In Russia, they created a new perimeter protection system “Prometheus”. The complex received combat modules with large-caliber machine guns. Armed robots – guards will be able to transmit warnings to violators. This was announced by the Director General of the NGO “Electomashin” (enters the “Uralvagonzavod” concern “Rostech”) Igor Afanasyev, reports TASS.
The security complex for the development of the NGO “Elekma” includes up to 16 combat modules that operate operator. Robotic guards can detect a violator and transfer violation alert.
If necessary, the robot protects the protected object. Afanasyev noted that the operator of the security complex manages the remote control, which allows you to switch to one of the modules. After detecting the violator, the robot can reproduce the automatic warning. In turn, the operator has the ability to transfer a message through loudspeakers installed on the module.
The complex is designed to protect the perimeter of specialized enterprises and power departments. Afanasyev stressed that “from software to the most combat module” system is an independent development of the NGO “Electromash”.
Previously, the American edition of Stars and Stripes noted that the demonstration of Russian combat robots on the “West-2021” teachings aroused concern in Western countries. The authors emphasized that the technologies shown are stage in the creation of a Russian unmanned army.