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Chinese hobbyists are experimenting with rockets on model aircraft.

Chinese hobbyists are experimenting with rockets on model aircraft.

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WATCH: Footage of Israeli soldiers being targeted by a Hezbollah FPV drone in southern Lebanon, released for the first time by the IDF.

WATCH: Footage of Israeli soldiers being targeted by a Hezbollah FPV drone in southern Lebanon, released for the first time by the IDF.

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U.S. company Mara has presented its Spike counter-drone system, designed to defend against FPV drones. The system consists of two main components: the Spotter detection module, which uses visual and acoustic sensors to identify incoming drones, and the Seeker interceptor UAV. The Seeker reportedly has a maximum speed of up to 200 km/h (124 mph) and an operational range of approximately 1.5 km (0.9 miles). Mara estimates the complete Spike system will cost between $30,000 and $100,000, depending on the number of Seeker interceptors included. A single system can reportedly accommodate up to 48 interceptors. The company says the interceptor itself is intended to cost approximately the same as its target, or up to twice as much. A stationary version of Spike is planned for late 2026, while vehicle-mounted and portable versions using manual launch are expected in 2027. The system reportedly underwent testing in Ukraine in July 2026. #USA #Mara #Spike #CounterUAS #CounterDrone #FPV #Drones #DroneWarfare #Interceptor #MilitaryTechnology #Defense

U.S. company Mara has presented its Spike counter-drone system, designed to defend against FPV drones. The system consists of two main components: the Spotter detection module, which uses visual and acoustic sensors to identify incoming drones, and the Seeker interceptor UAV. The Seeker reportedly has a maximum speed of up to 200 km/h (124 mph) and an operational range of approximately 1.5 km (0.9 miles). Mara estimates the complete Spike system will cost between $30,000 and $100,000, depending on the number of Seeker interceptors included. A single system can reportedly accommodate up to 48 interceptors. The company says the interceptor itself is intended to cost approximately the same as its target, or up to twice as much. A stationary version of Spike is planned for late 2026, while vehicle-mounted and portable versions using manual launch are expected in 2027. The system reportedly underwent testing in Ukraine in July 2026. #USA #Mara #Spike #CounterUAS #CounterDrone #FPV #Drones #DroneWarfare #Interceptor #MilitaryTechnology #Defense

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The 45th Brigade of the Russian Armed Forces is reportedly working on developing a robotic, spider-like mine. Source: @yigal_levin

The 45th Brigade of the Russian Armed Forces is reportedly working on developing a robotic, spider-like mine. Source: @yigal_levin

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#WATCH The Pixel Drone Invention

#WATCH The Pixel Drone Invention

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#WATCH The moment of intercepting a "Geran-4" drone at close range with the fire of a 30mm cannon of a Ukrainian MiG-29 near Belgorod-Dnestrovsky in the Odesa region this morning.

#WATCH The moment of intercepting a "Geran-4" drone at close range with the fire of a 30mm cannon of a Ukrainian MiG-29 near Belgorod-Dnestrovsky in the Odesa region this morning.

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📸 Wing-over-copter design: This concept, known as a “carrier copter,” is reportedly being used more frequently by Ukrainian teams. By using the lift generated by the wing, it reportedly extends the range of standard FPV drones from around 10 km to approximately 30–50 km.

📸 Wing-over-copter design: This concept, known as a “carrier copter,” is reportedly being used more frequently by Ukrainian teams. By using the lift generated by the wing, it reportedly extends the range of standard FPV drones from around 10 km to approximately 30–50 km.

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#NEW Footage from this morning’s strikes on Russia reportedly shows a previously unseen long-range UAV, believed to be the Ukrainian “Bravo” jet-powered drone. According to reported specifications, the Bravo is said to have a range of up to 2,000 km, a payload of 100–200 kg, and a cruising speed of approximately 650–700 km/h. The unit cost and current production rate of the platform remain unknown.

#NEW Footage from this morning’s strikes on Russia reportedly shows a previously unseen long-range UAV, believed to be the Ukrainian “Bravo” jet-powered drone. According to reported specifications, the Bravo is said to have a range of up to 2,000 km, a payload of 100–200 kg, and a cruising speed of approximately 650–700 km/h. The unit cost and current production rate of the platform remain unknown.

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Yet another bird-mimicking UAV from China

Yet another bird-mimicking UAV from China

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U.S. company Robinson Unmanned has unveiled the SPIRIT one-way attack drone. The compact drone is designed for strike missions and features a coaxial dual-rotor configuration, a modular design, and an all-weather airframe. According to the manufacturer, the system can be rapidly deployed by a single operator and is intended for both long-range strike missions and close-range combat. The company has not yet disclosed detailed specifications, including the drone’s range, speed, payload capacity, or warhead.

U.S. company Robinson Unmanned has unveiled the SPIRIT one-way attack drone. The compact drone is designed for strike missions and features a coaxial dual-rotor configuration, a modular design, and an all-weather airframe. According to the manufacturer, the system can be rapidly deployed by a single operator and is intended for both long-range strike missions and close-range combat. The company has not yet disclosed detailed specifications, including the drone’s range, speed, payload capacity, or warhead.

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#WATCH Ukrainian DARTS medium-range one-way attack UAV, which is said to be equipped with a 7 kg warhead. The DARTS family includes several variants, including the single-engine DARTS DC, the twin-engine DARTS DM, and the newer DARTS 2 model. According to the manufacturer, the DARTS DC has an endurance of up to 90 minutes, a range of up to 50 km, and a payload capacity of up to 5 kg, while the DARTS DM is said to reach more than 120 km with up to 110 minutes of flight time and a payload of up to 10 kg. The DARTS 2 model represents a further development of the platform. According to the manufacturer, it features a maximum range of up to 200 km, a maximum speed of 140 km/h, and a payload capacity of up to 10 kg. According to available information, the DARTS UAV family is equipped with electro-optical guidance systems, including dual-camera configurations on some variants, providing terminal guidance and autonomous target-locking capabilities intended to improve accuracy and reduce vulnerability to electronic warfare.

#WATCH Ukrainian DARTS medium-range one-way attack UAV, which is said to be equipped with a 7 kg warhead. The DARTS family includes several variants, including the single-engine DARTS DC, the twin-engine DARTS DM, and the newer DARTS 2 model. According to the manufacturer, the DARTS DC has an endurance of up to 90 minutes, a range of up to 50 km, and a payload capacity of up to 5 kg, while the DARTS DM is said to reach more than 120 km with up to 110 minutes of flight time and a payload of up to 10 kg. The DARTS 2 model represents a further development of the platform. According to the manufacturer, it features a maximum range of up to 200 km, a maximum speed of 140 km/h, and a payload capacity of up to 10 kg. According to available information, the DARTS UAV family is equipped with electro-optical guidance systems, including dual-camera configurations on some variants, providing terminal guidance and autonomous target-locking capabilities intended to improve accuracy and reduce vulnerability to electronic warfare.

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Russia’s “Matryoshka” FPV drone system is reportedly entering serial production. The drone is stored in sealed tubes that maintain battery charge and enable cold-weather operation. As citied #Russia #FPV #UAV #DroneWar

Russia’s “Matryoshka” FPV drone system is reportedly entering serial production. The drone is stored in sealed tubes that maintain battery charge and enable cold-weather operation. As citied #Russia #FPV #UAV #DroneWar

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China has unveiled a mobile aerosol smoke-screen system designed to rapidly obscure large areas during military operations. The system was recently tested in a live-fire exercise by the PLA. According to Chinese sources, it can generate broad, multi-spectral smoke screens intended to interfere with multiple types of surveillance and strike systems simultaneously. The system is reportedly designed to degrade the effectiveness of UAVs, thermal imaging systems and precision-guided weapons by obscuring targets and disrupting observation. #China #PLA #Military #ElectronicWarfare #Drones #UAV #CounterUAS #Defense
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China has unveiled a mobile aerosol smoke-screen system designed to rapidly obscure large areas during military operations. The system was recently tested in a live-fire exercise by the PLA. According to Chinese sources, it can generate broad, multi-spectral smoke screens intended to interfere with multiple types of surveillance and strike systems simultaneously. The system is reportedly designed to degrade the effectiveness of UAVs, thermal imaging systems and precision-guided weapons by obscuring targets and disrupting observation. #China #PLA #Military #ElectronicWarfare #Drones #UAV #CounterUAS #Defense

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„Laser weapons“ powered by a backpack energy source have appeared in the Russian Armed Forces
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„Laser weapons“ powered by a backpack energy source have appeared in the Russian Armed Forces

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Ukrainian FPV pilots sometimes take a creative approach to intercepting enemy drones.
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Ukrainian FPV pilots sometimes take a creative approach to intercepting enemy drones.

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U.S. company Mara has presented its Spike counter-drone system, designed to defend against FPV drones. The system consists of two main components: the Spotter detection module, which uses visual and acoustic sensors to identify incoming drones, and the Seeker interceptor UAV. The Seeker reportedly has a maximum speed of up to 200 km/h (124 mph) and an operational range of approximately 1.5 km (0.9 miles). Mara estimates the complete Spike system will cost between $30,000 and $100,000, depending on the number of Seeker interceptors included. A single system can reportedly accommodate up to 48 interceptors. The company says the interceptor itself is intended to cost approximately the same as its target, or up to twice as much. A stationary version of Spike is planned for late 2026, while vehicle-mounted and portable versions using manual launch are expected in 2027. The system reportedly underwent testing in Ukraine in July 2026. #USA #Mara #Spike #CounterUAS #CounterDrone #FPV #Drones #DroneWarfare #Interceptor #MilitaryTechnology #Defense
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U.S. company Mara has presented its Spike counter-drone system, designed to defend against FPV drones. The system consists of two main components: the Spotter detection module, which uses visual and acoustic sensors to identify incoming drones, and the Seeker interceptor UAV. The Seeker reportedly has a maximum speed of up to 200 km/h (124 mph) and an operational range of approximately 1.5 km (0.9 miles). Mara estimates the complete Spike system will cost between $30,000 and $100,000, depending on the number of Seeker interceptors included. A single system can reportedly accommodate up to 48 interceptors. The company says the interceptor itself is intended to cost approximately the same as its target, or up to twice as much. A stationary version of Spike is planned for late 2026, while vehicle-mounted and portable versions using manual launch are expected in 2027. The system reportedly underwent testing in Ukraine in July 2026. #USA #Mara #Spike #CounterUAS #CounterDrone #FPV #Drones #DroneWarfare #Interceptor #MilitaryTechnology #Defense

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The American company Dzyne has introduced the BlitzBox system, a container for covertly launching a swarm of attack drones. On the outside, it looks like an ordinary cargo box, but inside, it can hold up to 100 Blitz drones, ready to launch in minutes. #DroneWars #UAS #UAV
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The American company Dzyne has introduced the BlitzBox system, a container for covertly launching a swarm of attack drones. On the outside, it looks like an ordinary cargo box, but inside, it can hold up to 100 Blitz drones, ready to launch in minutes. #DroneWars #UAS #UAV

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216,644 views • 3 months ago

U.S. company Teledyne FLIR Defense has unveiled the Black Recon autonomous reconnaissance system at Eurosatory 2026. The system is designed for armored vehicles and fixed installations and consists of a launch station with up to three micro-UAVs #USA #FLIR #BlackRecon #UAV #UAS
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U.S. company Teledyne FLIR Defense has unveiled the Black Recon autonomous reconnaissance system at Eurosatory 2026. The system is designed for armored vehicles and fixed installations and consists of a launch station with up to three micro-UAVs #USA #FLIR #BlackRecon #UAV #UAS

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169,826 views • 2 months ago

Russian company Lobaev Arms has reportedly launched serial production of the “Dvoinik” robotic sniper system, designed for remote or AI-assisted operation in stationary or mobile configurations. #Russia #Robotics #Defense #Sniper #MilitaryTech
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Russian company Lobaev Arms has reportedly launched serial production of the “Dvoinik” robotic sniper system, designed for remote or AI-assisted operation in stationary or mobile configurations. #Russia #Robotics #Defense #Sniper #MilitaryTech

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192,665 views • 4 months ago

Installation of the "Pantsyr-SM" air defense missile system combat module on the roof of the Nordstar Tower business center on Begovaya Street in Moscow using a Mi-26T helicopter.
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Installation of the "Pantsyr-SM" air defense missile system combat module on the roof of the Nordstar Tower business center on Begovaya Street in Moscow using a Mi-26T helicopter.

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Russian modules "Dym-2". These modules are equipped with 8 blocks, each containing 10 machine gun barrels with a caliber of 5.45.
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Russian modules "Dym-2". These modules are equipped with 8 blocks, each containing 10 machine gun barrels with a caliber of 5.45.

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📸: Footage shows Russian FPV interceptor drones attacking Ukrainian fixed-wing drones in mid-air — Notably, the interceptor drones appear to be equipped with a forward-extended contact charge attached to a long arm mounted in front of the drone. #DroneWars
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📸: Footage shows Russian FPV interceptor drones attacking Ukrainian fixed-wing drones in mid-air — Notably, the interceptor drones appear to be equipped with a forward-extended contact charge attached to a long arm mounted in front of the drone. #DroneWars

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📸 Wing-over-copter design: This concept, known as a “carrier copter,” is reportedly being used more frequently by Ukrainian teams. By using the lift generated by the wing, it reportedly extends the range of standard FPV drones from around 10 km to approximately 30–50 km.
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📸 Wing-over-copter design: This concept, known as a “carrier copter,” is reportedly being used more frequently by Ukrainian teams. By using the lift generated by the wing, it reportedly extends the range of standard FPV drones from around 10 km to approximately 30–50 km.

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Israeli company Axon Vision has demonstrated its ForceField counter-UAS system, a 30 kg module that detects drones using optical sensors. According to Axon Vision, ForceField uses a 5.56 mm rifle as its kinetic effector and can be configured with multiple modules. #Israel #Axon
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Israeli company Axon Vision has demonstrated its ForceField counter-UAS system, a 30 kg module that detects drones using optical sensors. According to Axon Vision, ForceField uses a 5.56 mm rifle as its kinetic effector and can be configured with multiple modules. #Israel #Axon

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Slovak company KolArms has presented the Nemesis remotely controlled anti-drone module, a vehicle-mounted system designed to provide short-range protection against aerial threats. The module reportedly weighs 920 kg and can be installed on a pickup truck or other suitable vehicle. In its demonstrated configuration, Nemesis is equipped with four 12.7 mm DShK machine guns, four anti-drone grenades, eight smoke grenades and an integrated sighting system. According to KolArms, the weapon configuration can also be adapted to the mission. Instead of the four DShK machine guns, the module can reportedly be equipped with two 23 mm 2A7M cannons, four 12.7 mm Browning M2 machine guns or four 14.5 mm KPV machine guns. The modular weapon arrangement is intended to allow the same remotely operated platform to be adapted to different counter-UAS requirements and vehicle configurations. #Slovakia #Nemesis #KolArms #CUAS #AntiDrone #Drones
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Slovak company KolArms has presented the Nemesis remotely controlled anti-drone module, a vehicle-mounted system designed to provide short-range protection against aerial threats. The module reportedly weighs 920 kg and can be installed on a pickup truck or other suitable vehicle. In its demonstrated configuration, Nemesis is equipped with four 12.7 mm DShK machine guns, four anti-drone grenades, eight smoke grenades and an integrated sighting system. According to KolArms, the weapon configuration can also be adapted to the mission. Instead of the four DShK machine guns, the module can reportedly be equipped with two 23 mm 2A7M cannons, four 12.7 mm Browning M2 machine guns or four 14.5 mm KPV machine guns. The modular weapon arrangement is intended to allow the same remotely operated platform to be adapted to different counter-UAS requirements and vehicle configurations. #Slovakia #Nemesis #KolArms #CUAS #AntiDrone #Drones

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17,731 views • 22 days ago

German company Quantum Systems says its Apex Recordhunter electric drone reached a horizontal speed of 699 km/h during testing, exceeding the current official world record of 657.59 km/h by more than 40 km/h. #Germany #QuantumSystems #Drone #SpeedRecord
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German company Quantum Systems says its Apex Recordhunter electric drone reached a horizontal speed of 699 km/h during testing, exceeding the current official world record of 657.59 km/h by more than 40 km/h. #Germany #QuantumSystems #Drone #SpeedRecord

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Russian "Bars-Sarmat" demonstrated the use of UAVs "Molniya-2" as a carrier for drones. The video shows several variants: one FPV drone on top, 2 FPV drones under the wings, or 1 UAV interceptor under the fuselage. #Molniya #Russia #FPV #FPVDrones #Mothership
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Russian "Bars-Sarmat" demonstrated the use of UAVs "Molniya-2" as a carrier for drones. The video shows several variants: one FPV drone on top, 2 FPV drones under the wings, or 1 UAV interceptor under the fuselage. #Molniya #Russia #FPV #FPVDrones #Mothership

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11,548 views • 17 days ago

California-based Elroy Air is set to begin serial production of its Chaparral hybrid VTOL cargo drone. The company says it has received 1,400 pre-orders worth $5 billion, including from FedEx, Bristow Group, the U.S. Army and U.S. Marine Corps. #ElroyAir #Chaparral #CargoUAV
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California-based Elroy Air is set to begin serial production of its Chaparral hybrid VTOL cargo drone. The company says it has received 1,400 pre-orders worth $5 billion, including from FedEx, Bristow Group, the U.S. Army and U.S. Marine Corps. #ElroyAir #Chaparral #CargoUAV

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Suspected 🆖 member loading explosives onto a DJI Matrice 400 drone. Somewhere in Mexico. Unknown date. Via ZULU
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Suspected 🆖 member loading explosives onto a DJI Matrice 400 drone. Somewhere in Mexico. Unknown date. Via ZULU

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A new report from Ukraine highlights the deployment of the HX-2 loitering munition by the 59th Separate Assault Brigade of the Air Force. Developed by the German defense company Helsing, the HX-2 has a reported range of up to 100 km, a top speed of 220 km/h, a 2.5 kg warhead, and terminal guidance capabilities. Germany has ordered a total of 6,000 HX-2 systems for Ukraine, with each unit reportedly costing around €17,000. So far, the HX-2 has only been publicly observed in service with the 59th Separate Assault Brigade of the Air Force. The brigade previously operated Helsing’s HF-1 system, which is based on the AQ 100 Bayonet airframe developed by Terminal Autonomy and integrated with Helsing’s software. Via ArmyTV, Military Journal #Ukraine #Helsing #Drones #MilitaryTechnology #Defense #UAV #Innovation
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A new report from Ukraine highlights the deployment of the HX-2 loitering munition by the 59th Separate Assault Brigade of the Air Force. Developed by the German defense company Helsing, the HX-2 has a reported range of up to 100 km, a top speed of 220 km/h, a 2.5 kg warhead, and terminal guidance capabilities. Germany has ordered a total of 6,000 HX-2 systems for Ukraine, with each unit reportedly costing around €17,000. So far, the HX-2 has only been publicly observed in service with the 59th Separate Assault Brigade of the Air Force. The brigade previously operated Helsing’s HF-1 system, which is based on the AQ 100 Bayonet airframe developed by Terminal Autonomy and integrated with Helsing’s software. Via ArmyTV, Military Journal #Ukraine #Helsing #Drones #MilitaryTechnology #Defense #UAV #Innovation

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#WATCH U.S.-owned gas storage tanker was struck by a Kamikaze Drone at #Damietta Port in #Egypt The attack was seemingly carried out with a possible “Jaffa” (Samad-3) pattern or a similar V-Tail Kamikaze Drone. Via War Noir
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#WATCH U.S.-owned gas storage tanker was struck by a Kamikaze Drone at #Damietta Port in #Egypt The attack was seemingly carried out with a possible “Jaffa” (Samad-3) pattern or a similar V-Tail Kamikaze Drone. Via War Noir

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Someone clearly confused an FPV drone with an aviation simulator #FPV
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Someone clearly confused an FPV drone with an aviation simulator #FPV

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