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In July 2024, DRDO's 'AD Launch Site' for future BMD tests was suspended due to fishermen's concerns regarding temporary restrictions during missile tests. The new Chief Minister has stated that the project has now been approved and fast-tracked.
Progress on DRDO's 'AD Launch Site' in Junput, West Bengal is now visible on Google Earth's updated imagery for the month of April. The launch pad will be used to fire target ballistic missiles for upcoming tests of India's Ballistic Missile Defence (BMD) systems.
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Specs
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Additional mentions, which are not part of the Bourrelet series, but nevertheless equally interesting. Ramjet and TGM shells:
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Here's a better image of the LCA (TD-2, KH2002) on a rotating platform for RCS measurement at DRDO's ORANGE Facility.
Here's an image of the LCA mounted on a rotating platform at DRDO's Open Range RCS measurement Facility (ORANGE) in Dundigal
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I try to build electronics for UAV (rc plane, nothing fancy, will try gps nav this time).
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First look at the indigenous 105 mm for Zorawar ILT. Highly subject to change, given the PDC is around ~5 years.
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HAL's Utility Helicopter Maritime (UH-M)
We asked some Important questions regarding UH-M, LCH & LUH to Wg Cdr Subash P John (Retd.) who is executive director, Chief test pilot (Rotatory Wing) HAL. The camera got tilted in between and the audio is not as clear but understandable if you focus. cc: @ReviewVayu
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Here is a look at the latest, updated design of HAL's HLFT-42. Do note: • The wings are no longer low mounted. They are now mid mounted. • The tail and spine have minor changes. • The air intakes are now low mounted and very different from previous iterations. They look similar to that of the LCA AF Mk2. It is unclear whether this is the only design configuration currently being pursued.
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Happy New Year :)))
Could also consider a special mystery hull : )) but maybe another day.
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Defence Products by @vectortechnics Pic 1- Early Prototype of ULPGM Launcher Pic-2 On left- Break Parachute Actuator for Tejas MK1 On Right- Antenna Positioning system for DRDO Rustom Source- youtu.be/JzToT6zcg54?si=TWy3… @ragebaitop @alpha_defense @Defencematrix1
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The 50T class motor being mentioned here is the first stage motor for K5/SLBM. 2.4m diameter and 8 meter length. It will also have a carbon composite casing.
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OK confirming that this is indeed a SAN ENGINEERING DIESEL HYDRAULIC LOCOMOTIVE MODEL : DL-400 -OBO-BG-45T Do I need to provide any more details?
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Felt obliged to post an update regarding this & the accompanied assertions: CVRDE has recently issued RFIs seeking partners for a new 1500 HP engine & transmission. The powerpack, named CV1500A, is confirmed to have a T-type config (longitudinal engine, transverse transmission).
The 1500 hp powerpack is a U-shape config. Won't fit in an Arjun engine bay without redesign. Some mod might be done in the test vehicles, but how long does that take from there to production Mk.1As, if at all, is anyone's guess. That is why, imo, the old setup might stay.
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Some demo bench of VRDE's unmanned turret combat module for the AAP (Advanced Armoured Platform) project.
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DRDO-LRDE's airborne radars can be categorized based on the architectures being used. The plank architecture (Uttam) supports dipole antennas. The newer, more compact tile architecture (Virupaksha) can house high bandwidth Vivaldi antennas. New details are discussed as follows:🧵
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Since the last thread had a good reception, I will be somewhat continuing the lore with the various ammunition types made for the Arjun over it's development period till date. nitter.cf/thugner101/status/1927…
A thread on some pictures of DRDO/CVRDE's Arjun MBT prototypes I found. Total 12 were made between 1983 and 1989 but I haven't got a positive ID on each and every one of them so it will be limited. Will update in the future as new info surfaces.
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A thread on some pictures of DRDO/CVRDE's Arjun MBT prototypes I found. Total 12 were made between 1983 and 1989 but I haven't got a positive ID on each and every one of them so it will be limited. Will update in the future as new info surfaces.
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VRDE's patent on a "Truck-Mounted Heavy Artillery System" about the MGS. Weirdly, the prints are missing the loading pendulum and the charge tray.
Replying to @thugner101
A much better MGS closeup, than some grainy oversped snap (had to slow it down).
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This is misinformation. Users should note that Chinese firm MizarVision, which released post strike imagery of PAF's Pasrur and Chunian radar facilities used by the OP, assessed that the facilities were indeed damaged.
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Reposting this insightful observation from our CEO, @UTobyM. It's truly remarkable to see the dedication at ADA, led by Dr. Jitendra Jadhav. @DynamaticTech's 30-year collaboration with them speaks volumes about our enduring commitment to the Indian Defence Forces. We are deeply proud to be a part of developing critical aerospace technologies for our nation. This long-term partnership exemplifies our dedication to 'Make in India' and reinforces our resolve to support India's self-reliance in defence. #IndianDefence #ADA #DynamaticTech #MakeInIndia #DefenceManufacturing #StrategicPartnership @DefMinIndia @DefProdnIndia @SpokespersonMoD @RamMNK @MoCA_GoI @CMofKarnataka @MBPatil @CommIndustries @ACSIC_GOK @AndhraPradeshCM @ncbn @CMOTamilNadu @mkstalin @TRBRaja
Wonderful to spend the morning at ADA with Dr Jitendra Jadhav, Director-General and his team of distinguished scientists. They have been at the forefront of Indian military aircraft design & development. @DynamaticTech has been privileged to be associated with them for 3 decades
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I was not wrong. DRDO's lighter "Shoulder Fired VSHORAD: missile has just broken cover. But it has pleasantly surprised me in a few ways. It is certainly not your grandfather's Igla/Stinger. It's reflective of a missile designed in 2025 by a missile powerhouse.
It also leaves the space for an even lighter and cheaper man-portable missile. DRDO did issue an RFP for such a missile a couple of years back. It was called MPDMS then. That would be in the Igla class. Let's see.
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