This technology is primarily designed to disrupt signals that control unmanned aerial and ground systems, particularly those operating beyond the effective range of optical control methods. Furthermore, the capability is reportedly used against broader communication, intelligence, and coordination systems that support artillery operations. A key focus involves the Starlink terminals installed on Ukrainian equipment.
These terminals establish a narrow, directed beam connection to the orbiting satellite constellation. Due to the nature of this connectivity, the text suggests that interfering with every individual data channel is technically challenging. Consequently, the more effective strategy involves targeting the satellite itself.
Technically, Starlink satellites receive signals within the 14–14.5 GHz frequency band. This allocated spectrum is structured into eight distinct channels, each possessing a width of 62.5 MHz. To counter this, a system identified as Volna Kupol Garant interferes with the transmission by directing powerful, targeted signals toward any passing satellite.
The overall objective of these countermeasures is to degrade the functionality of critical communication and command systems reliant on the Starlink network. The deployment of such sophisticated electronic warfare systems aims to neutralize the operational capability of adversary assets by disrupting their command and control links.
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