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Tomahawk Missile

It is a US-made long-range cruise missile used for deep-land attack warfare.It can be launched from a ship or submarine and deliver its warhead precisely to a target at a long range. It flies at low altitudes to strike fixed targets, such as communication and air-defense sites, in high-risk environments where manned aircraft may be vulnerable to surface-to-air missiles. Features: It is designed to fly at subsonic speed while maintaining a low altitude, making it difficult to detect on radar. It uses tailored guidance systems to manoeuvre at such low elevations. It has an accuracy of about 5 meters (16 feet). The 6-meter (18.4-foot) long missile has a range of…

31 January, 2024 Missile system

Astra Missile- Indian Missile development

The Minister of State for Defence recently flagged off the indigenously developed Astra Missiles for supply to the Indian Air Force (IAF) at Bharat Dynamics in Hyderabad. Astra Missile Astra is a beyond-visual-range (BVR) air-to-air missile designed to be mounted on fighter aircraft.  It is indigenously developed by the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) and manufactured by Bharat Dynamics Ltd. (BDL) for the Indian Air Force (IAF). The missile is designed to engage and destroy highly manoeuvring supersonic aircraft. It is the best in its class of weapon systems in the world in the category of air-to-air missiles. The missile is being developed in multiple…

21 January, 2024 Missile system

Electron rocket

Rocket Lab launched its Electron rocket from its launch site on the Mahia Peninsula, New Zealand recently. The Electron is a two-stage, partially reusable rocket designed to launch small satellites into low Earth orbit. It is the world's most frequently launched small rocket.

21 December, 2023 Missile system

Agni Missiles

Recently, training launch of Short-Range Ballistic Missile ‘Agni-1’ was carried out successfully from APJ Abdul Kalam Island in Odisha. It is a family of medium to long-range surface-to-air ballistic missile. Design and development – Defence Research and Development organisation (DRDO) Umbrella program – Integrated Guided Missile Program (IGMP) Operated by – Strategic Forces Command (SFC), a key tri-services formation that administers all the strategic assets and falls under the Nuclear Command Authority of India. Purpose - To act as deterrence & meet the country’s security requirements. Agni-I is the 1st in the series which was tested in 1989. Missile Range (Km) Features Agni-I Medium Range (700-1200) Customised weapon load Have…

09 December, 2023 Missile system

Igla-S anti-aircraft missiles

Russia has recently signed a contract to supply Igla-S hand-held anti-aircraft missiles to India and allow production of the Igla under licence in India. The Igla-S is a man-portable air defence system (MANPADS) that can be fired by an individual or crew to bring down an enemy aircraft with a range of upto 6km. It is also known as the Igla-Super and SA-24 Grinch India is the world’s largest arms importer and Russia remains its largest supplier (45%) with France providing 29% and the United States 11%.

21 November, 2023 Missile system

Prithvi-II Missile

Prithvi-II Missile From a test range off the coast of Odisha, India recently conducted a successful test launch of the tactical ballistic missile Prithvi-II. Regarding the Prithvi-II Missile: The Prithvi-II surface-to-surface missile short-range ballistic missile has a striking range of 350 kilometers, which is outstanding. It has light propulsion twin engines and can transport warheads weighing between 500 and 1,000 kg. It was incorporated into the arsenal of the Indian armed forces in 2003. It is a single-stage, nine-meter-tall liquid-fueled missile. The cutting-edge missile uses a sophisticated inertial guidance system and a manoeuvring trajectory to hit its target. The missile is…

13 January, 2023 Missile system

Agni-V ballistic Missile

Agni-V ballistic Missile The nuclear-capable intercontinental ballistic missile Agni-V was successfully tested by India. Characteristics of the ballistic missile Agni-V A sophisticated surface-to-surface ballistic missile with clever construction was created as part of the Integrated Guided Missile Development Programme (IGMDP). The missile's three-stage solid-fuel engine allows it to travel up to 5,000 kilometres and strike targets with extreme precision. Agni-5 has a range of up to 8000 kilometres. The missile boasts a remarkable Mach 24 top speed and extremely high target-hitting precision. Significance: The Agni-V programme aims to increase India's nuclear deterrence against China, which is reported to possess missiles…

22 December, 2022 Missile system

Very Short-Range Air Defence System (VSHORADS)

Very Short-Range Air Defence System (VSHORADS) Recently, Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO )conducted two successful test flight of Very Short Range Air Defence System (VSHORADS) missile from a ground-based portable launcher at the Integrated Test Range, Chandipur, off the coast of Odisha. Both flight tests have completely met the mission objectives. What is VSHORADS? Very Short-Range Air Defence System (VSHORADS) is a Man-portable air defence system (MANPADS) designed and developed indigenously by DRDO’s Research Centre Imarat (RCI), Hyderabad in collaboration with other DRDO laboratories and Indian Industry Partners The VSHORADS missile's design integrates a number of cutting-edge technology, including an integrated avionics system and a miniaturised reaction…

27 September, 2022 Missile system

Quick Reaction Surface to Air Missile (QRSAM) system

Quick Reaction Surface to Air Missile (QRSAM) System Six flight tests of the Quick Reaction Surface to Air Missile (QRSAM) system were successfully completed by the Indian Army and the Defence Research and Development Organization (DRDO). Image Source - Hindustan Times Major Points Because QRSAM is a canister-based system, it is kept in and used from compartments that have been specifically created for that purpose. The internal environment of the canister is regulated, making it easier to carry and store the weapon while also considerably extending its shelf life. The system has the ability to engage targets with brief halts…

12 September, 2022 Missile system

Brahmos Missile

Brahmos Missile Three Indian Air Force (IAF) officers have had their employment terminated by the Ministry of Defense as a result of the unintentional launch of a BrahMos missile that landed in Pakistan. About Early in 1980s, Dr A P J Abdul Kalam established the Integrated Guided Missile Development Programme, which went on to create a variety of guided missiles with a wide range of capabilities and ranges, including the Prithvi, Agni, Trishul, Akash, and Nag. Early in the 1990s, India's strategic leadership recognized the necessity for cruise missiles, which are guided missiles that travel practically continuously during the majority of…

26 August, 2022 Missile system

ANTI TANK GUIDED MISSILE (ATGM)

ANTI TANK GUIDED MISSILE (ATGM) Recently, the Main Battle Tank (MBT) Arjun successfully test-fired locally manufactured Laser-Guided Anti-Tank Guided Missiles (ATGM). The Defense Research and Development Organization (DRDO) has successfully tested laser-guided anti-tank guided missiles (ATGM) that were built indigenously. About ATGM The main purpose of ATGMs is to strike and obliterate strongly fortified military vehicles. The missiles may be fired and transported by a single soldier, as opposed to bigger tripod-based weapons that need to be transported and fired by a squad or team, as well as missile systems installed on vehicles and aircraft. These guided missiles use an…

06 August, 2022 Missile system

Agni 5 Missile

Agni 5 Missile A successful launch of the Surface to Surface Ballistic Missile, Agni-5, was carried out on October 27, 2021, at approximately 1950 hrs from APJ Abdul Kalam Island, Odisha. The missile, which uses a three-stage solid-fuelled engine, is capable of striking targets at ranges up to 5,000 kilometres with a very high degree of accuracy. The successful test of Agni-5 is in line with India’s stated policy to have ‘credible minimum deterrence’ that underpins the commitment to ‘No First Use’. Allied Topics: Click here to read about Agni P (Prime) Missile. For a complete Lecture on India Year…

27 October, 2021 Missile system

DRDO (Defence Research & Development Organisation)

DRDO (Defence Research & Development Organisation) DRDO is the R&D wing of the Ministry of Defence, Govt of India, with a vision to empower India with cutting-edge defence technologies and a mission to achieve self-reliance in critical defence technologies and systems, while equipping our armed forces with state-of-the-art weapon systems and equipment in accordance with requirements laid down by the three Services. DRDO's pursuit of self-reliance and successful indigenous development and production of strategic systems and platforms such as Agni and Prithvi series of missiles; light combat aircraft, Tejas; multi-barrel rocket launcher, Pinaka; air defence system, Akash; a wide range of…

31 August, 2021 Missile system

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