FlyFocus Cableguard

Cableguard

Tethered drone

The Cableguard tethered drone system is an advanced solution designed for long-term border protection, providing continuous area surveillance using both day and thermal (IR) cameras.

The system streams real-time video to the command center, allowing for immediate response. Cableguard is fully integrated with the ATAK system, allowing for easy cooperation with the existing operational infrastructure.

The system features advanced automatic detection and recognition of moving objects, allowing for instant information transmission to management systems to take appropriate actions. Cableguard also offers radio station functionality, providing radio coverage up to 30 km and the ability to create MESH communication networks with vehicles and portable radios.

Working with RWŁC vehicles, Cableguard significantly extends communication range and enables the use of electronic warfare modules, such as SigInt or IMSI Catcher, for effective monitoring and control of the operational area.

The system includes: a drone, battery, power station, GCS, and optional components such as a parachute, ADS-B system, and electro-optical heads.

Waterproof All system components (UAV, ground power station, antenna tracker, GCS) are designed to withstand the toughest weather conditions.	Additional Battery The built-in battery allows CableGuard to continue flying for up to 30 minutes after detachment. Battery replacement takes less than 30 seconds.
Long Range Transmission The tracking antenna with digital, encrypted video, and data link provides up to 10 km of range under EU standards (CE) and up to 15 km under US standards (FCC).	Configurability Thanks to the universal payload mount, attaching our modules and those requested by the customer is not a problem.
Unlimited Mobility The ease and speed of assembling individual components of the set allow for trouble-free transport.	Tethered Power The high-voltage power supply system allows energy transmission to the drone through a lightweight and durable cable. This enables the UAV to stay airborne 24/7.

ISR Observation up to 7 days

The ISR (Intelligence, Surveillance, Reconnaissance) system is equipped with long-term observation capabilities, allowing continuous area monitoring for up to 7 days.

+ 30 minutes of free flight

The Cableguard system is a patented solution allowing detachment from the tether, enabling the drone to track a detected target for 30 minutes. The drone streams live video back to the command center. After completing the mission, it returns to the base station and is reconnected to the tether to continue operations.

Silent Operation

The fiber-optic connection option allows missions to be conducted in complete radio silence, making the drone undetectable by RF-based anti-drone systems. The drone is also GPS jamming resistant, ensuring safe and reliable operations in harsh EW conditions.

Manufacturer

FlyFocus sp. z o.o. is a fully Polish company operating in Warsaw. For years, it has specialized in designing and manufacturing unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) for the civil, military, and law enforcement markets. The core team consists of experienced engineers with a wide range of skills and expertise in UAV systems.

The company also provides product development and custom engineering services, not limited exclusively to UAVs. FlyFocus sp. z o.o. is the contractor for R&D programs of modern defense technologies for the state.

Technical Specifications

Flight time:	Up to 7 days on tether + 30 minutes free flight
Cable length:	up to 100 m
Payload:	Up to 5 kg
MTOW:	Up to 14 kg
Wind conditions:	Sustained - 13 m/s, gust 18 m/s
Weather resistance:	IP 55
Maximum altitude:	3000 m ASL
Temperature range:	from -30 to +40 °C
Charging station power supply:	Generator, alternator mounted on vehicle, or 230V mains power
Autopilot:	COTS or compliant with DO178/254/810
Wired connectivity:	Single / dual fiber optic (single/duplex mode) with bandwidth up to 10 Gbps
EO/IR Sensors:	Day camera with 40x zoom, thermal camera 640×480, detection and tracking
Continuous power:	Up to 3 500 W
Peak power:	Up to 4 500 W
Target tracking:	Laser rangefinder