Andy Lowery - Inside the World’s Most Advanced Drone Killing Machine | SRS #299

Published on April 27, 2026
Duration: 115:49

Andy Lowry, CEO of Eperis, discusses the development and application of counter-drone technology, specifically their flagship product, Leonitis. The technology utilizes high-power microwave energy to neutralize drones and other electronic threats. Lowry details his background in nuclear power and electronic warfare, highlighting the critical role of gallium nitride in advancing directed energy systems. The conversation touches on the early stages of Eperis, its valuation, and its significant US government contracts.

Quick Summary

Eperis's Leonitis is an advanced counter-drone solution employing high-power microwave energy to neutralize threats. The technology leverages critical components like Gallium Nitride, a semiconductor that enhances signal amplification and power density, enabling effective directed energy applications against drone electronics.

Chapters

  1. 00:08Introduction of Andy Lowry
  2. 00:35Early Drone Video Footage
  3. 01:15Early Stages of Eperis Development
  4. 02:09Andy Lowry's Bio and Eperis Overview
  5. 03:30Integral Noetic Sciences Study
  6. 06:23Navy Nuclear Power Career
  7. 08:39Career at MACOMs and Raytheon
  8. 09:05Raytheon's Electronic Warfare Programs
  9. 10:00Gallium Nitride Technology Explained
  10. 11:01Next Generation Jammer (NGJ)
  11. 12:22Microwaves vs. Directed Energy
  12. 13:53Joining Eperis
  13. 15:36Leonitis Generation 2
  14. 18:53Eperis Founding and Timeline
  15. 19:44Evolution to Counter Drone Technology
  16. 20:36How Directed Energy Affects Electronics
  17. 21:14Founders' Vision for Eperis
  18. 23:49Leonitis as the First Product

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Eperis and its primary technology?

Eperis is a venture-backed American defense tech company specializing in counter-electronics technology. Their flagship product, Leonitis, is a world-leading counter-drone solution that uses high-power microwave energy to neutralize drones and other electronic threats.

How does Eperis's Leonitis system neutralize drones?

Leonitis utilizes high-power microwave energy to target and neutralize drones. This directed energy system effectively disrupts the electronic systems of drones, causing them to cease functioning, similar to a severe electronic interference event.

What is the significance of Gallium Nitride (GaN) in directed energy systems?

Gallium Nitride is a remarkable semiconductor that can amplify signals and withstand significantly higher power densities than traditional semiconductors. This capability is crucial for unlocking new classes of directed energy and electronic warfare systems, enhancing their power and effectiveness.

When was Eperis founded and what was its initial focus?

Eperis was founded in 2018, with significant development occurring during the COVID-19 pandemic. While the company is known for counter-drone technology, its initial concept was a high-powered RF transmitter that could also serve as a radar system.

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