Chess Dynamics has been awarded a £1.4 million contract to supply its Hawkeye Electro-Optical Sensor System for next-generation mobile air defense units, reinforcing the role of electro-optical sensors in modern integrated air defense systems. The deal, valued at approximately $1.8 million, was placed by a prime customer whose identity was not disclosed.
The Hawkeye EOSS will equip mobile platforms with high-resolution optical cameras and thermal imaging sensors, supported by AI-driven tracking software and precision motion control. These capabilities allow operators to detect, identify, and track airborne threats with high accuracy, even in demanding battlefield conditions.
By employing DEFT AI algorithms, Hawkeye enhances long-range target detection and maintains continuous tracking without relying exclusively on radar. This approach improves performance against low-flying aircraft, unmanned aerial systems, and fast-moving targets, while reducing vulnerability to electronic countermeasures common in contested airspace.
Optimized for operations in urban terrain, coastal zones, and cluttered environments, the EOSS provides commanders with detailed visual intelligence and persistent situational awareness. Features such as automated target prioritization, stabilized sensors, and real-time data sharing with mobile command posts enable faster engagement decisions, supporting the evolving requirements of modern, sensor-rich air defense networks.
