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Today’s episode features Yaniv Mendelson, Director of Business Development at Echodyne, and Tom Adams, Director of Public Safety at DroneShield. Together, they explore the fast-evolving counter-UAS landscape and the growing threats drones pose to critical infrastructure.
We Dive Into:
- The shift from drones as novelty tech to national security threats
- Real-world incidents involving energy grids, airports, and military bases
- Radar and multi-sensor detection strategies for airspace awareness
- Public-private collaboration and the need for updated legislation
- How Echodyne and DroneShield are partnering to safeguard the skies
About Yaniv Mendelson: Yaniv is the Director of Business Development at Echodyne, a leader in advanced radar technologies. With over 20 years of experience in business development, sales, and system integration, he has driven the adoption of cutting-edge sensing solutions across critical industries.
About Tom Adams: Tom is the Director of Public Safety at DroneShield. He retired from the FBI after 20 years of service, including 14 as a Special Agent Bomb Technician and leader of the Bureau’s Counter-UAS program. Tom has supported counter-terrorism efforts worldwide and served on the FAA UAS Detection and Mitigation Committee.
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