Experts rated the new Chinese drone Mavic 4 Pro for war - Forbes

The publication reminds that the name "Mavic" has already become a nickname for combat quadcopters-although the DJI manufacturer insists that its drones are "only for peaceful use" and in every way condemns their use for military purposes. The Chinese company even banned the sale of its drones in both Ukraine and Russia. But DJI occupies about 70% of the world consumer drones. And this is a simple explanation - such drones provide quality shooting even for an inexperienced user.

In addition, such drones are very compact, so it is not surprising that they are very popular both in the Armed Forces and the Russians. In both armies, there is a whole industry that is engaged in "breaking" drones, the modification of the firmware to bypass the restrictions imposed by manufacturers, and the prevention of tracking. Small drones have changed the idea of ​​the war - they help to identify hidden enemy goals and adjust the sight, causing much more damage to less shells.

They can also act as effective bombers: "Mavik" is able to throw grants very accurately, and ammunition fall into both trenches and trenches and hatches of vehicles. There are also known air battles in which quadcopters destroyed the drones of the enemy, taranating them. Improved characteristics indicate that the new Mavic 4 Pro will exceed its predecessor in all types of military operations.

The main feature of Mavic 4 Pro is its improved optics with three separate cameras, including 4/3 CMOS Hasselblad with a completely new 100MP sensor. Military operators will be more interested in a long-range camera with a 50-megapixel sensor 1/1. 5 inches and a 168 mm lens. Experts say that such a camera should be perfect for tracking wild animals - as well as to find hidden goals. Mavic 4 Pro also exceeds its predecessor in flight, developing a maximum speed of 56 miles per hour (about 90 km/h).

For comparison, Mavic 3 Pro has 47 miles per hour (about 75 km/h). In addition, the new "Mavik" received an improved battery and the flight duration increased from 43 to 51 minutes. Increased speed also means more capacity as well as the choice of choice between intercepting and escape in the air combat. High endurance is crucial in intelligence: when the opponent is in 15 minutes of flight, a large battery capacity directly means more minutes above the target area.

Another new feature is Infinity Gimbal. It rotates 360 degrees, as well as the ability to look up at an angle of 70 degrees. Operators can check the blind area over their drone in a way that was impossible in earlier versions, and this will change the tactics of air combat. Mavic 4 PRO provides two important new functions - nocturnal obstacles and expanded autonomy functions.

It is equipped with a LIDAR obstacle bypass system, as well as six all -directional fish eye sensors that work in low light, equivalent to the full moon. One of the experts found that Mavic 4 PRO is flying around trees and buildings without problems, which would be risky for the previous model. Since LIDAR does not rely on visible light, the obstacle circumference system works in the dark. Mavic 4 Pro has what manufacturers call "intellectual autonomy".

This includes an extended home return function: the drone creates a visual map of its original route, which it can follow, even if GPS is lost. It can overcome the complex reverse way through the urban area. The Actvetrack feature was also upgraded. This allows the operator to be fixed on the object to control without the help of hands. Now the drone can continue to track the object, even if it disappears from view, and follow it, avoiding obstacles.

The new drone is available in the European market for $ 2500. However, as already stated, it is not sold in Ukraine, in the Russian Federation, and also in the US. This is due to the state's tariff policy on China and political tension in general. The publication notes that the Americans, as well as Ukrainians and Russians, may probably need agents in third countries to access novelties in the field of unmanned equipment.