Cambridge Pixel and OpenWorks Engineering have announced a new partnership aimed at enhancing counter-drone capabilities for law enforcement agencies across Europe.
The collaboration integrates Cambridge Pixel’s radar processing software with OpenWorks’ Vision Flex optical tracking system, creating a multi-sensor solution designed to detect, track and assess aerial threats in diverse operational settings.
Combining radar and artificial intelligence
The rise in the use of UAS for hostile purposes in homeland contexts has prompted an urgent need for reliable countermeasures, particularly in urban environments where drones pose security risks. This new system fuses radar data with AI-powered optical tracking to provide law enforcement with a comprehensive view of potential threats, improving situational awareness and decision-making.
Cambridge Pixel’s software, compatible with most modern counter-UAS radars, plays a key role by enabling multi-sensor data fusion, target tracking and automated alerting. OpenWorks’ optical technology ensures high-precision identification of aerial threats, allowing rapid response in real-time scenarios.
David Johnson, Director at Cambridge Pixel, described the collaboration as an opportunity to deliver scalable, field-proven solutions tailored for law enforcement agencies:
“Our collaboration with OpenWorks Engineering brings together best-in-class sensor technology and software expertise,” said Johnson. “This partnership allows us to offer scalable, field-proven solutions tailored to the complex requirements of law enforcement agencies operating in diverse scenarios.”
Similarly, OpenWorks CEO Chris Down emphasized the importance of UK engineering firms working together to address evolving security challenges:
“Combining our advanced camera technology with Cambridge Pixel’s radar processing delivers a powerful counter-UAS capability. It’s a great example of UK engineering companies working together to address real-world security challenges.”
The integrated counter-UAS system has already been tested in demonstrations and is undergoing refinement to meet the procurement and operational needs of multiple police forces in Europe. Its modular design offers flexibility, allowing for fixed installations, mobile deployments and rapid-response applications.
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