FPV Drone Fried by Light Beam
@HarryBloke's light beam fried a waiting FPV drone's electronics, drawing 0.3A initially but spiking to 112.7A [https://x.com/i/status/2031334519673073817]. The drone was smoked [https://x.com/i/status/2031334519673073817].
FPV drones typically use batteries ranging from 12V to 22.2V to power their electronic components. A sudden surge to 112.7A would likely damage the electronic speed controller (ESC), which regulates the power to the motors. ESCs need to be matched to the motor's power requirements to function correctly. The rise of FPV drones in the Russia-Ukraine conflict has led to innovations in counter-drone technology. Fiber-optic controlled FPV drones are immune to electronic jamming, as they rely on a physical cable for control. This makes lasers a potential countermeasure. Ukraine has reportedly been developing directed-energy weapons, including lasers, to combat drones. While there's no official confirmation, footage suggests lasers could target the fiber optic cables. Russia has also been developing laser systems like the "Posokh" to counter FPV drones. Standard 5-inch FPV drones often use 4S (14.8V) or 6S (22.2V) LiPo batteries. These drones often use 2204-2207 motors with a KV rating between 1800-2600. Typical power consumption during flight can range from 10-45 amps, but can peak much higher during maneuvers.
