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Skyperion
A passive drone detection system that uses radio frequency technology to identify, track and locate unauthorised UAVs and their operators. It can be deployed as a permanent ground installation, on vehicles, on vessels or as a body-worn unit for dismounted personnel. The multi-sensor configuration provides 360-degree coverage and runs autonomously year-round, sending automatic alerts when drone activity is detected. Skyperion holds NPSA accreditation and is listed in the UK government's Catalogue of Security Equipment.
Hyperion
A compact signals intelligence (SIGINT) sensor designed for general spectral monitoring and advanced signals exploitation in constrained size, weight and power (SWaP) applications. Hyperion can operate airborne or on the ground, making it suitable for both platform integration and fixed or mobile ground deployments where detailed RF environment awareness is needed.
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Metis SKYPERION
SKYPERION Drone Detection System
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Metis Aerospace is a Lincoln-based UK defence company founded in 2011, specialising in radio frequency detection technology for counter-drone and signals intelligence applications. CEO Tony Burnell, a former RAF signals intelligence specialist, built the company from his background in anti-submarine warfare and SIGINT, developing the company's two flagship products from 2014 onwards.
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Lincoln, United KingdomCustomers & Partners
LeonardoQinetiQCobhamChess DynamicsBabcock
Timeline
2014
Began development of the Skyperion drone detection system and Hyperion SIGINT sensor.
2011
Incorporated in Lincoln, UK, by Tony Burnell following his career as an RAF signals intelligence and anti-submarine warfare specialist.
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Products & Solutions
Skyperion
A passive drone detection system that uses radio frequency technology to identify, track and locate unauthorised UAVs and their operators. It can be deployed as a permanent ground installation, on vehicles, on vessels or as a body-worn unit for dismounted personnel. The multi-sensor configuration provides 360-degree coverage and runs autonomously year-round, sending automatic alerts when drone activity is detected. Skyperion holds NPSA accreditation and is listed in the UK government's Catalogue of Security Equipment.
Hyperion
A compact signals intelligence (SIGINT) sensor designed for general spectral monitoring and advanced signals exploitation in constrained size, weight and power (SWaP) applications. Hyperion can operate airborne or on the ground, making it suitable for both platform integration and fixed or mobile ground deployments where detailed RF environment awareness is needed.
Videos
Metis SKYPERION
SKYPERION Drone Detection System
About
Metis Aerospace is a Lincoln-based UK defence company founded in 2011, specialising in radio frequency detection technology for counter-drone and signals intelligence applications. CEO Tony Burnell, a former RAF signals intelligence specialist, built the company from his background in anti-submarine warfare and SIGINT, developing the company's two flagship products from 2014 onwards.
Offices
Lincoln, United KingdomCustomers & Partners
LeonardoQinetiQCobhamChess DynamicsBabcock
Timeline
2014
Began development of the Skyperion drone detection system and Hyperion SIGINT sensor.
2011
Incorporated in Lincoln, UK, by Tony Burnell following his career as an RAF signals intelligence and anti-submarine warfare specialist.
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