- MatrixSpace has launched its Portable 360 Radar, a compact counter-drone system offering panoramic low-airspace detection with minimal power requirements.
- The system integrates AI edge processing and AiCloud software, supporting multiple networked sensors and centralized command capabilities.
MatrixSpace, a Massachusetts-based developer of compact radar systems, has announced the launch of its Portable 360 Radar, a low-power counter-drone radar system designed to rapidly deploy in diverse operational settings ranging from public event security to military environments.
In a release dated December 9, 2025, MatrixSpace said the system provides 360-degree panoramic surveillance coverage for detecting low-flying drones and aircraft, with a focus on mobility, ease of setup, and low power consumption.
“Traditional radar systems are cumbersome, slow to set up and limited in effectiveness for mobile C-UAS deployments, with high-power requirements,” the company said. By contrast, MatrixSpace says its solution is the “industry’s lowest power, most portable and affordable low-airspace drone detection system available.”
The Portable 360 Radar integrates artificial intelligence with real-time edge processing and MatrixSpace AiCloud Enterprise Software. This combination allows multiple radars and sensors to be networked while maintaining standalone functionality. The platform provides local and centralized command centers with a detailed common operating picture and deep analytics for monitoring airspace activity.
The radar has already been adopted by several major corporations and U.S. government agencies, MatrixSpace said. The system also earned top recognition in the U.S. Army’s recent xTechCounter Strike competition, where it was awarded “Best Active Sensor.”
“We’ve already seen the tactical advantage MatrixSpace Portable 360 Radar offers, in some of the most challenging situations possible,” said Matthew Kling, Vice President and General Manager of AI Systems at MatrixSpace. “The demand for fast, easy setup of such capable systems is clear, as a wide range of organizations grapple with the reality of critical counter drone solutions.”
According to the company, the radar is well-suited for a variety of missions, including securing borders, protecting military installations, and monitoring large public events.
MatrixSpace says the system’s portability and affordability could enable broader deployment among government users and private operators facing increasing drone threats.