Radars for Critical Defense Applications
smartmicro radar technology supports a wide range of defense applications where reliable sensing, high accuracy, and robust performance are required. The solutions are optimized for short- to mid-range scenarios and can be adapted to specific operational requirements.
Altimetry
High-precision radar altimeters for accurate distance-to-ground measurement in airborne platforms, including UAVs, helicopters, and fixed-wing aircraft.
Radar-based altitude measurement operates independently of environmental conditions such as fog, rain, dust, or lighting, ensuring stable and reliable performance. This makes it suitable for low-altitude flight, landing support, and terrain-following applications.
Drone Detection
Radar-based detection of small, low-flying, and fast-moving objects for the protection of critical infrastructure such as energy facilities, airports, military bases, and other sensitive areas.
The systems enable reliable detection and tracking of drones in complex environments, including cluttered or low-visibility conditions. Combined with software and sensor fusion capabilities, they support early threat identification and continuous monitoring.
Collision Avoidance for Defense Vehicles
Short- and mid-range radar sensing for obstacle detection, proximity monitoring, and situational awareness in defense vehicles.
Based on proven automotive radar technology, these systems provide reliable object detection in dynamic and harsh environments. They support functions such as collision avoidance, maneuver assistance, and safe operation in complex terrain.
Critical Infrastructure Protection
Radar-based monitoring solutions for securing defined areas and detecting movement around critical infrastructure.
The systems can be deployed in fixed or mobile configurations and are capable of detecting objects under varying environmental conditions. Typical applications include perimeter protection, intrusion detection, and monitoring of sensitive zones.
Airborne Sensing for UAVs and Aircraft
Radar solutions for airborne sensing tasks such as navigation support, terrain awareness, and object detection.
The systems can be adapted to platform-specific constraints, including size, weight, and power consumption (SWaP), making them suitable for integration into drones and other airborne platforms.
From Proven Radar Systems
to Fully Configurable Platforms
smartmicro supports defense applications with both standard radar products and customer-specific development. Existing products provide a validated baseline for integration and testing, while platform-based engineering enables targeted adaptation to specific requirements. This ensures a controlled development process and predictable system performance.
smartmicro offers proven radar products that are available as ready-made solutions for short integration times and low development risk. Existing products provide a validated starting point for evaluation, integration, and deployment, while reducing engineering effort and shortening project timelines.
Made in Germany
Unbreakable Design
Low Power Consumption
Available in High Volume and in Full Production
Defense Base Radars
DRVEGRD 166
High-resolution automotive imaging radar designed for advanced object detection and separation in both azimuth and elevation. The sensor enables reliable detection of closely spaced objects, making it ideal for collision avoidance for defense vehicles.
Frequency: 76-77 GHz
Range: up to 300 m (mode-dependent)
Best application: Collision avoidance for defense vehicles
Drone Altimeter
Compact 76–77 GHz radar altimeter for small UAV platforms operating in demanding environments, including GNSS-denied conditions. The sensor is designed for lightweight integration and robust operation, with support for PX4 and Ardupilot ecosystems. It enables reliable altitude measurement with ranges of up to 500 m, depending on configuration and application, and provides both processed altitude data and raw radar data for advanced processing.
Frequency: 76–77 GHz
Range: up to 500 m possible (application-dependent)
Best application: Altimetry for small drones and UAVs in GNSS-denied environments
Micro Radar Altimeter
Compact 24 GHz radar altimeter for airborne platforms requiring accurate height measurement under demanding environmental conditions. smartmicro positions it for UAVs, helicopters, fixed- and rotary-wing aircraft, including VTOL and terrain awareness use cases. The product sheet lists an operating frequency of 24.0 to 24.25 GHz and a maximum height of 500 m.
Frequency: 24.0–24.25 GHz
Range: 0.5–500 m
Best application: Altimetry for drones, helicopters, and aircraft
Sensor Fusion – Multi-Sensor Synchronization with COM HUB
smartmicro’s sensor fusion technology enables the synchronization of multiple sensors through the COM HUB Edge Device, creating a consistent and reliable system-wide view.
By combining data from different sensors, the system ensures that a single object detected by multiple sources is assigned one consistent ID. This allows for more stable tracking, improved accuracy, and extended observation over time.
The result is a significantly enhanced understanding of object behaviour and movement.
Key Advantages
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- Synchronization of multiple sensors within one system
- Consistent object identification across all sensors
- Improved tracking stability and trajectory accuracy
- Extended observation time of detected objects
- Enhanced data collection and situational awareness
Radars Built Around Your Requirements
smartmicro develops customer-specific radar systems based on proven platforms, hardware, and software components.
Instead of starting from scratch, we adapt and extend existing technology to meet application-specific requirements — enabling efficient development with predictable performance.
Our role can range from component supplier to full development partner, depending on project scope.
Key Advantages
Reduced Development Risk
Reuse of validated platforms minimizes technical uncertainty and enables predictable system behaviour.
Shorter Time-to-Market
Existing hardware and software building blocks significantly reduce development time compared to fully new designs.
Project-Specific Performance
Radar systems are adapted to the actual operational requirements instead of forcing a standard product into the application.
Cost Efficiency Through Platform Reuse
Leveraging proven technology enables cost-efficient solutions, even for demanding applications.
High Flexibility
Solutions can be adapted across multiple dimensions — from hardware configuration to software functionality and system integration.
Engineering Expertise
smartmicro combines experience from automotive, traffic, and defense radar development, including long-range radar systems and airborne applications.
Made in Germany
All development is carried out in Germany, ensuring quality, reliability, and supply chain transparency.
Software – Sensor Fusion Drone Tracking & Perception
smartmicro provides advanced software solutions for real-time tracking, detection, and visualization in defense applications.
The Sensor Fusion Drone Tracking & Perception Technology enables operators to monitor drones and other objects within a unified interface, combining data from multiple sources into a clear and actionable operational picture.
The software is designed to be fully customizable based on customer requirements, allowing adaptation to specific missions, environments, and system architectures.
Capabilities
- Real-time detection and tracking of drones and moving objects
- Visualization of object trajectories and movement patterns
- Integration of radar and additional sensor data
- Configurable interface and feature set based on operational needs
- Support for continuous monitoring and threat assessment
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