As a model that frequently appears in the Russian-Ukrainian conflict, FPV drones are susceptible to electronic interference, resulting in poor image quality and exposed positions. Therefore, the Russian military is committed to making FPV drones have strong anti-interference capabilities. According to the Euro News website, Russia's new anti-interference drones are being widely used in the Ukrainian war, claiming that this will make "electronic warfare systems lose their power." The weapon they described is Russia's newly developed "fiber-optic guided drones." Operators can control the flight and attack targets of drones through optical fibers, thereby avoiding electromagnetic interference from enemy anti-drone technology. This method can avoid almost all common forms of electronic interference and is another major advancement in drone technology. The unique method of the Russian military can also solve key problems such as preventing interference from suicide drones. Fiber-optic guidance is not a new technology. The wired guidance method has long been adopted by the armies of various countries. It is common in anti-tank missiles, cruise missiles and attack drones, but this is the first time it has been used for cheaper FPV suicide drones. The biggest advantage of this achievement is that FPV drones can use radio and fiber-optic guidance at the same time. Operators can control the flight and attack targets of drones through optical fibers, thereby avoiding electromagnetic interference from enemy anti-drone technology.
Fiber-optic communication drones have high data transmission rates, large bandwidth, and low loss, making it possible to transmit high-definition images, videos, and large amounts of data in real time. It overcomes some of the shortcomings of radio and has higher combat accuracy, allowing drones to carry out precision strikes within a range of 1,500 meters, 5,000 meters, or 20 kilometers. In particular, the 5,000-meter-long fiber optic reel allows FPV drones to operate normally in the face of various types of electronic interference and heat-sensitive bombs. This enhanced adaptability gives fiber-optic guided FPV drones a great attack advantage on the modern battlefield, a qualitative improvement over traditional FPV drones.