Telemachusjammer is a portable anti drone system made by the Hellenic Aerospace Industry (HAI) in Greece. It can spot and block small enemy drones, including FPV and fiberoptic guided ones that fly very low. The system uses radar and jamming technology to stop threats like drone swarms and mini UAVs, helping strengthen Greece's air defense.
Overview
The Telemachus jammer is portable system designed to help modernize the Greek military.[1][2] Its purpose is to locate and block enemy drones and drones swarms using advanced jamming technologies. It is one of three new Greek anti drone systems, completing the Centauros and Iperion systems and is scheduled to reach production in 2026. These projects are part of the Greek defense modernization plan (2025–2036) aiming also to expand Greece's defense industry.[3][4][5]
Development and context
The Telemachus jammer was developed as part of Greece's €30 billion defense modernization program, aimed to increase the local industry of electronic warfare and UAV systems while reducing dependence on foreign imports.[6][7] The system was developed due to the threat increase of land and maritime drones in conflict areas, especially referring to Turkey. Operational test of its previous systems, specifically the Centauros system, showed success in international mission, such as the reportedly detecting and disabling drones in the Red Sea. These events boosted plans for production of both Telemachus and Iperion systems, starting in 2026.[2][3]
Design and features
The Telemachus jammer works by blocking the radio signals drones use for control and video. It can also disturb GPS and other navigation signals, causing drones to lose their position or switch to a safety mode.
Its key features are:
Portability
The jammer system design make it look like a riffle, allowing soldiers to aim and engage drones directly.[2][3][5]
Frequency Range
The jammer is capable of jamming multiple commercial and military drone radio signals.[2][3][5]
Operational Range
The jammer is effective within a tactical radius suitable for perimeter defense.[2][3][5]
Power Supply
The jammer has rechargeable battery packs for field deployment.[2][3][5]
Operational use
Following the successful military tests conducted with the system, it was integrated into the Geek army as part of its wider anti drone plans. Its main goal will be to protect troops in warzones, to defend from spying enemy drones or one carrying bombs. Reports claim that the system has been used in places where small drones from insurgent groups are a serious threat to soldiers on the ground.[3][7]
