The Army’s operational landscape increasingly features small, commercially available drones used for intelligence gathering, targeting, and attack. D-Fend Solutions’ EnforceAir2 delivers an RF-cyber takeover approach intended to neutralize hostile UAS precisely and with reduced risk to friendly operations, while scaling from dismounted teams to vehicle-mounted and fixed-site defense.
D-Fend Solutions’ approach that addresses evolving threats without disrupting friendly operations has been recognized with the Innovation Award in the 2025 Army Technology Excellence Awards. The company won in the Adaptive Counter-UAS category for delivering a flexible, non-jamming, and intelligence-driven counter-drone solution that supports rapid deployment and scalable defense across varied Army missions.
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Adaptive counter-UAS flexibility across mission profiles
What distinguished EnforceAir2 in the field was its ability to shift quickly between mission configurations without changing core hardware. Units can deploy the same system as a fixed, pole-mounted asset for 24/7 site protection, as a rooftop or tripod-mounted tactical node, as a vehicle-mounted solution for on-the-move protection, or as a man-portable backpack for covert or dismounted operations. The transition between these modes is designed to take minutes, supported by compact, purpose-built SDR hardware, high-performance MIMO antennas, and smaller, ruggedized cases that meet MIL-STD-810H, MIL-STD-461, and IP66 requirements.
This modularity addresses the variety of Army use cases, including convoy movement, base defense, urban operations, and dispersed patrols, where teams need to reconfigure quickly without additional specialist equipment. In practice, this was demonstrated during the Combined Resolve 25-02 exercise, where the 3rd Infantry Division trialed backpack, stand-mounted, and vehicle-connected configurations, including integration with the Armored Multi-Purpose Vehicle (AMPV). The system’s SWaP profile enables meaningful coverage without imposing undue logistical burden, and the bundle approach (tactical, vehicle, pole-mount, backpack) simplifies planning for units that must cover multiple mission types in rapid succession.
Another element is passivity during detection and identification. For forces concerned about emissions revealing their position, the ability to monitor and classify without broadcasting is particularly relevant. It gives commanders an option for perimeter layers and forward elements that balances protection with signature control. Just as importantly, the deployment options allow coverage plans to be tailored to terrain, altitude, and clutter so teams can optimize RF line-of-sight in dense urban or complex rural settings.
Non-disruptive neutralization and actionable intelligence
Another reason for recognition is mitigation that aims to reduce collateral effects and preserve mission continuity. EnforceAir2 applies RF-cyber takeover to detect and identify unauthorized drones, assume control, and land them in a designated safe area. This approach avoids the risks associated with kinetic defeat and the operational trade-offs of broad-spectrum jamming, which can interfere with friendly communications, GPS, and authorized drones operating in the same airspace.
By remaining passive through detection and identification, the system supports operations where minimizing electronic signatures matters. Once mitigation is necessary, selective control enables continuity of friendly UAS missions, which are increasingly integral to Army maneuver, targeting, and battle damage assessment. The ability to discriminate and act only on specific hostile platforms is a practical advantage in crowded RF environments or near sensitive infrastructure.
The intelligence value is also notable. Capturing and analyzing drone data such as home take-off locations identified mid-flight and controller/operator positions provides units with actionable insights that support immediate force protection and longer-term threat understanding. Knowing the types of drones repeatedly encountered, their operating patterns, and where they originate helps inform posture, route planning, and countermeasures. This is particularly relevant against DIY or modified commercial systems used in asymmetrical contexts, where the adversary iterates quickly and traditional signatures are limited.
Scalable C2 integration and operational validation
The system’s command-and-control architecture enables a scalable defense posture. Through the Multi-Sensor Command & Control (MSC2) platform, multiple EnforceAir deployments can be managed remotely from a single server. For installations, training areas, or dispersed maneuver elements, this means protection zones can be layered and synchronized across a wide area, with operators able to coordinate responses and adjust coverage in near real time. This capability aligns with multi-sensor, layered defense concepts and supports rapid scaling to match changes in threat activity or force disposition.
Ease of operation further underpins scalability. Setup typically takes about 10–15 minutes. Basic operation can be learned within hours, with formal training completed in two to three days. The combination of fast setup, intuitive planning, and short training timelines lowers the barrier to adoption across units and reduces reliance on niche skill sets at the tactical edge. In turn, it supports wider coverage with the same personnel footprint and enables rapid redeployment as missions shift.
Operational use and trials add weight to the technical claims. The system has been used at Fort Carson, Colorado, as part of the USNORTHCOM Falcon Peak demonstration, and Army experimentation has included backpack, tactical, and vehicle-mounted configurations, with connection to the AMPV. Environmental and radio compliance to MIL-STD-810H, MIL-STD-461, and IP66 indicates suitability for harsh conditions and varied climates.
Company Profile
D-Fend Solutions is the leading global provider of field-proven, RF cyber-driven, non-kinetic, AI-enhanced, counter-drone takeover solutions for sensitive and challenging environments. By focusing on the acute threat, the most dangerous drones, the company’s technology enables organizations around the world to maintain full control, safety, and continuity during rogue drone incidents and be prepared for future threats. EnforceAir, their core offering, autonomously executes radio frequency (RF) cyber-takeovers of rogue drones as a standalone, multilayer, or integrated system, delivering safe landings and controlled outcomes.
Contact Details
Email: info@d-fendsolutions.com
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