Taiwan unveiled its first drone an attacking laptop, a model similar to the US one, which is being used in Ukraine’s war against Russia as China ramps up its military pressure on the island.
He drone The disposable weapon was unveiled by the National Chung Shan Institute of Science and Technology and was designed to be worn in a backpack and able to stay airborne for 15 minutes.
“Because it’s light and portable, it’s like flying a big grenade,” said Chi Li-ping, head of the institute’s aviation systems research department.
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The device is similar to the American-made Switchblade 300 used by Ukrainian soldiers.
“It is effective against targets close to our coast,” Chi added, noting that its maximum range is 10 km.
23.5 million inhabitants Taiwan They live under the constant threat of a Chinese invasion that considers the democratically ruled island part of its territory and has vowed to take it over one day, even by force.
Threats from Beijing have intensified in recent years under President Xi Jinping.
Taiwan also developing the next generation drones attacks, Chi said, including versions that could be used for long-range attacks. (AFP)
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