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Russia Develops Unique Self-Healing Anti-Drone Fabric: Media

Russia Develops Unique Self-Healing Anti-Drone Fabric: Media

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Russia Develops Unique Self-Healing Anti-Drone Fabric: Media"Its cells are shaped like the Latin letter Z. When a drone detonates on the fabric, the structure... 18.04.2026, Sputnik Africa

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Russia Develops Unique Self-Healing Anti-Drone Fabric: Media"Its cells are shaped like the Latin letter Z. When a drone detonates on the fabric, the structure doesn't shred—it 'slides,' with adjacent cells shifting to partially close the hole. This reduces the breach area by up to 50%, making repeat corridor attacks far harder," the producer told local media. The net is made of polypropylene, weighing just 40g per square meter. Special reinforced cells along edges and key zones form load-bearing cables when stretched, it added.Subscribe to @sputnik_africa Sputnik Africa | X

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