SAS Technology, the pioneer Greek company in armed unmanned systems, completed another important step in the test program of the UCAV SARISA SRS-1A with a 2.75'' rocket, carrying out the second successful firing and adjusting the necessary improvements.
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SAS Technology, committed to its goals of implementing its pioneering and innovative systems in the field of manned aerial vehicles, is proud to announce the completion of another milestone, as the UCAV SARISA has successfully completed its second test with 2.75'' (70mm) rockets. This achievement cements SAS Technology's position as a pioneer in the development of state-of-the-art armed unmanned aerial systems.
The second airstrike, conducted on 27-6-23, was a complete success, meeting all of its objectives, as detailed below:
- Launcher angle change system: New system, designed to change the launcher angle in the vertical plane and assist in aiming, which worked flawlessly.
- Aiming Accuracy: Despite the relatively adverse wind conditions (Avg. 12m/s, 6+ bft), aiming to a point with reference to the coastline was perfectly possible and accurate.
- Reduction of rocket exhaust effects: Aerodynamic and mechanical interventions carried out by the SAS Technology design team significantly reduced the rocket's hypersonic exhaust feedback.
With the successful completion of the development phase of the UCAV SARISA armed with 2.75'' rockets, SAS Technology is preparing for tactical trials using production models.
Update of the armed forces Staff
The armed forces staffs who responded to SAS's proposal for a presentation of its systems and capabilities have already been thoroughly presented with the capabilities of the UCAV SARISA, as well as all the other systems developed or under development by the company. Proposals were also made for special cooperation programs of the company with the armed forces, to increase the capabilities of systems that are already in operational use by them.
Corporate funding and cooperation with the armed forces
In a related Press Release, SAS Technology proudly highlights that all its achievements to date have been made possible exclusively through self-financing. This practice, although it has clearly limited possibilities, proved the company's technological proficiency and its ability to innovate, while it has sparked the interest of international defense hardware manufacturing companies to cooperate in installing their systems on the company's UCAVs. However, as international practice has proven, even in cases of industrial giants of international scope, the development and evolution of weapons systems requires the cooperation and active participation of the armed forces and the government in general, of the country concerned. Therefore, the evolution and development of the Defense Industry in Greece could not have taken a different path.
Tests in realistic operational scenarios
Regarding the now technologically mature SARISA system, proposals were made to the relevant staffs to jointly conduct tests, based on realistic operational scenarios with real fire, for the 2.75 rocket (guided and unguided), in different operational environments. As SAS Technology achieves another major milestone, its team remains steadfast in its commitment to pioneering and innovative developments in areas of defense interest. The successful UCAV SARISA test program underlines the company's dedication to shaping the future of unmanned aerial vehicles in Greece and strengthening its position in international competition.
Important information about the Program in question
The first armed unmanned aerial platform, the UCAV SARISA, is thoroughly tested on a General Directorate of Defense Equipment and Investments firing range under its supervision, ensuring compliance with the highest levels of safety and procedural accuracy.
SAS Technology's collaboration with the Hellenic Defense Systems has yielded the maximum in the successful development of the program. The memorandum of cooperation between the two companies has opened the way for groundbreaking innovations in this field.
The internationally recognized “THALES Group”, through its Belgian business unit (Thales Belgium), has provided unwavering support, providing the test ammunition and issuing a UCAV SARISA certification document for use with its entire range of 2.75 rockets. Their expressed intention to continue cooperation in testing their highly reliable and effective guided rockets (FZ275 LGR), further broadens the horizons of the program. As a confirmation of the excellent cooperation and results regarding the tests of the UCAV SARISA equipment program, THALES Group issued an international announcement on its website.
The UCAV SARISA can be the pillar of armed unmanned aerial vehicle power development for the Greek military, a move necessary for future battlefield viability, as evidenced daily by the hostilities in Ukraine, but also the participation of UAVs, UCAVs on other fronts such as Libya and Nagorno Karabakh.
