Russian technology company Neurobotics has introduced a drone that can be operated through a brain-computer interface. According to reports cited by Reedus, and referencing the National Technology Initiative’s NTI press service, engineers have linked the unmanned aircraft to a neural interface, enabling control via brain impulses. This breakthrough demonstrates a direct channel between neural activity and aerial maneuvering, signaling a potential shift in how pilots interact with drones in both competitive and therapeutic settings.
The developers claim that such a system could find practical use in rehabilitation programs during drone-based competitions and other inclusive events. By widening participation and providing new ways to engage with unmanned flight, the technology could help athletes and participants build focus, stamina, and procedural accuracy while adapting to varying physical abilities. The NTI press service highlighted that the real value for pilots lies in enhanced concentration skills and the ability to recover quickly after intense tasks, a feature that may translate to shorter learning curves and greater confidence in competition environments.
Earlier, JSC Kotlin-Novator, based in St. Petersburg, announced the development of a new reconnaissance drone named Veter, which has entered mass production. The company also indicated plans for ongoing modernization and upgrades to extend the platform’s capabilities in the future, signaling a continued push to expand automated and semi-autonomous drone assets within the region’s aerospace sector.
Additionally, there have been efforts linked to the Russian Su-57 fifth-generation fighter program to explore tiny unmanned aerial vehicles that could be carried aboard the aircraft. The idea is to enable the parent fighter to command a small drone swarm, creating a networked formation that enhances reconnaissance and target acquisition while maintaining scene control and coordination between manned and unmanned assets.