Get the latest Science News and Discoveries

Stealth radio hides signal in background noise to protect drone pilots


As drones have risen to prominence on the battlefield, so too has electronic warfare, in which adversaries attempt to mask, jam or trace radio signals. Now, a new stealthy radio device could help give people the edge, letting them fly drones without detection

None

Get the Android app

Or read this on New Scientist

Read more on:

Photo of Signal

Signal

Photo of background noise

background noise

Photo of drone pilots

drone pilots

Related news:

News photo

Researchers Uncover “Eat-Me” Signal That Triggers Alzheimer’s First Symptom

News photo

Your Neck Size Could Be a Signal For Hidden Health Problems

News photo

'Wow!' Signal Was More Powerful Than We Thought, New Analysis Reveals