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France to Supply Ukraine With Advanced Tetrapulse Sensors for Underwater Mine Detection
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France-based company ELWAVE will supply Ukraine with its electromagnetic Tetrapulse sensors to assist in detecting mines and unexploded ordnance (UXO) in Ukrainian waters.
The initiative is part of a broader support effort led by French companies Exail and Geomines under France’s reconstruction assistance program for Ukraine, according to Naval News on March 21.
The Tetrapulse sensors are based on ELWAVE’s proprietary CEDAR technology (Controlled Electric Detection And Ranging), which creates an artificial electromagnetic field to identify both metallic and non-metallic explosive objects, including those buried in seabeds.
This technology has demonstrated its effectiveness in trials with several NATO navies and is particularly suited for use in low-visibility conditions where traditional detection methods—acoustic, magnetic, and optical—are limited.
The sensors will be integrated into the R7 ROV (Remotely Operated Vehicle) developed by Exail, enabling remote and precise underwater surveys in potentially hazardous environments. According to ELWAVE, the system provides a fully integrated solution designed to enhance the safety of waterways and harbors, facilitating the resumption of maritime activities essential to Ukraine’s economy.
“The selection of Tetrapulse for this mission highlights the operational readiness of our technology,” said Pierre Tuffigo, CEO of ELWAVE. “We are committed to supporting demining efforts where they are most needed.”
ELWAVE is a French deeptech company specializing in electromagnetic sensors for defense, energy, and environmental monitoring. In addition to demining, its technology is used to monitor electromagnetic fields generated by underwater infrastructure, such as cables from offshore wind farms.
Earlier, the Ukrainian Ministry of Defense announced plans to establish a testing ground for evaluating AI-powered demining technologies. The initiative, discussed with government agencies and international partners, aims to accelerate humanitarian demining efforts, enhance safety, and integrate AI-driven mapping and detection solutions.
