Tool-Less Drone and Unmanned Aerial System (UAS) Payload Adapter with Integrated Directional Fragmentation Training Aid for Counter-UAS, EOD, and Law Enforcement Training
The Directional Fragmentation Drone Payload Adapter is a modular system that integrates an inert replica of a directional fragmentation improvised explosive device (IED) with a drone payload mounting solution. It is designed for use with drones and unmanned aerial systems (UAS), also referred to as unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), to support training, demonstration, and controlled scenario development involving drone-delivered explosive threats.
This system replicates a class of improvised drone payloads observed in Latin America and regions along the U.S. / Mexico border, where directional fragmentation devices have been adapted for use with UAS platforms. These devices are designed to be positioned by a drone operator and remotely initiated, producing a directional fragmentation effect while disabling the aircraft.
The integrated training aid includes simulated directional fragmentation characteristics, inert explosive components, and a representative remote-controlled initiation system, allowing personnel to train on identification, hazard recognition, and response procedures associated with these types of drone-delivered threats.
38 Sierra’s Directional Fragmentation Drone Payload Adapter supports Drone Incident Response Training (DIRT) and related programs by enabling realistic training scenarios involving drone-mounted IEDs while maintaining a safe and controlled training environment.
Integrated directional fragmentation IED training aid
Simulated remote-controlled initiation system
Tool-less attachment system – no modification required
Designed for training, demonstration, and controlled testing
Enables realistic replication of drone-delivered fragmentation threats
This product includes a fully integrated inert directional fragmentation training aid designed to replicate key characteristics of improvised drone-mounted explosive devices.
Directional fragmentation layer
Inert explosives and electric blasting cap
Simulated remote-controlled initiation system
This integrated design allows personnel to train on:
Identification of directional fragmentation threats
Recognition of drone-mounted IED configurations
Response considerations for remotely initiated devices
DJI Mavic 3
DJI Mavic 3 Pro
DJI Mavic 3 Classic
DJI Mavic 3 Cine
DJI Mavic 3 Enterprise
Anzu Robotics Raptor
Anzu Robotics Raptor T
This payload adapter supports training environments where drone-delivered explosive threats and improvised explosive devices are a concern.
Demonstration of drone-mounted directional fragmentation devices
Training on identification of UAS-based IED payloads
Integration into EOD and law enforcement training environments
Support for counter-UAS training scenarios
Grounded drone inspection involving suspected IED payloads
Identification of remotely initiated explosive devices
Response to drone overflight involving explosive threats
Training lane development for domestic drone threat scenarios
Improvised drone-mounted fragmentation devices have been observed in cartel-related activity in Latin America and regions near the U.S. border, demonstrating an evolution in how explosive threats are deployed using commercially available drone platforms. These systems combine directional explosive effects with remote initiation, creating complex hazards for responding personnel.
Unlike traditional explosive threats, these devices may be encountered in unconventional locations and configurations, requiring responders to rapidly assess both the payload and the delivery platform. This evolving threat environment highlights the importance of training focused on recognition, hazard identification, and safe response procedures.
Not certified for use with aircraft in flight
Drone shown for demonstration purposes only – product does not include aircraft
Integrated drone payload adapter with inert IED training aid
Represents directional fragmentation drone threat systems
Designed for counter-UAS, EOD, and law enforcement training
Enables realistic training without modifying aircraft
Durable construction for repeated training use
Compatible with widely used small UAS platforms
This product supports training across:
Counter-UAS and grounded drone response
Improvised Explosive Device (IED) recognition
Domestic drone threat response
Payload identification and hazard assessment
Learn more about this threat type: → Drone-Delivered Explosive Threats
Tool-Less Drone and Unmanned Aerial System (UAS) Payload Adapter with Integrated Directional Fragmentation Training Aid for Counter-UAS, EOD, and Law Enforcement Training
The Directional Fragmentation Drone Payload Adapter is a modular system that integrates an inert replica of a directional fragmentation improvised explosive device (IED) with a drone payload mounting solution. It is designed for use with drones and unmanned aerial systems (UAS), also referred to as unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), to support training, demonstration, and controlled scenario development involving drone-delivered explosive threats.
This system replicates a class of improvised drone payloads observed in Latin America and regions along the U.S. / Mexico border, where directional fragmentation devices have been adapted for use with UAS platforms. These devices are designed to be positioned by a drone operator and remotely initiated, producing a directional fragmentation effect while disabling the aircraft.
The integrated training aid includes simulated directional fragmentation characteristics, inert explosive components, and a representative remote-controlled initiation system, allowing personnel to train on identification, hazard recognition, and response procedures associated with these types of drone-delivered threats.
38 Sierra’s Directional Fragmentation Drone Payload Adapter supports Drone Incident Response Training (DIRT) and related programs by enabling realistic training scenarios involving drone-mounted IEDs while maintaining a safe and controlled training environment.
Integrated directional fragmentation IED training aid
Simulated remote-controlled initiation system
Tool-less attachment system – no modification required
Designed for training, demonstration, and controlled testing
Enables realistic replication of drone-delivered fragmentation threats
This product includes a fully integrated inert directional fragmentation training aid designed to replicate key characteristics of improvised drone-mounted explosive devices.
Directional fragmentation layer
Inert explosives and electric blasting cap
Simulated remote-controlled initiation system
This integrated design allows personnel to train on:
Identification of directional fragmentation threats
Recognition of drone-mounted IED configurations
Response considerations for remotely initiated devices
DJI Mavic 3
DJI Mavic 3 Pro
DJI Mavic 3 Classic
DJI Mavic 3 Cine
DJI Mavic 3 Enterprise
Anzu Robotics Raptor
Anzu Robotics Raptor T
This payload adapter supports training environments where drone-delivered explosive threats and improvised explosive devices are a concern.
Demonstration of drone-mounted directional fragmentation devices
Training on identification of UAS-based IED payloads
Integration into EOD and law enforcement training environments
Support for counter-UAS training scenarios
Grounded drone inspection involving suspected IED payloads
Identification of remotely initiated explosive devices
Response to drone overflight involving explosive threats
Training lane development for domestic drone threat scenarios
Improvised drone-mounted fragmentation devices have been observed in cartel-related activity in Latin America and regions near the U.S. border, demonstrating an evolution in how explosive threats are deployed using commercially available drone platforms. These systems combine directional explosive effects with remote initiation, creating complex hazards for responding personnel.
Unlike traditional explosive threats, these devices may be encountered in unconventional locations and configurations, requiring responders to rapidly assess both the payload and the delivery platform. This evolving threat environment highlights the importance of training focused on recognition, hazard identification, and safe response procedures.
Not certified for use with aircraft in flight
Drone shown for demonstration purposes only – product does not include aircraft
Integrated drone payload adapter with inert IED training aid
Represents directional fragmentation drone threat systems
Designed for counter-UAS, EOD, and law enforcement training
Enables realistic training without modifying aircraft
Durable construction for repeated training use
Compatible with widely used small UAS platforms
This product supports training across:
Counter-UAS and grounded drone response
Improvised Explosive Device (IED) recognition
Domestic drone threat response
Payload identification and hazard assessment
Learn more about this threat type: → Drone-Delivered Explosive Threats
