Geopolitics Show Daily 2016 day 3

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INDIA 2016

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DEFENCE n DIPLOMACY n SECURITY WEDNESDAY 30, MARCH 2016

GEO INTERACTS

RAKSHA MANTRI TO SMES:

YOU WILL BE IN THE COMPETITION

CMDE SUJEET SAMADDAR NM (Retd), CEO, ShinMaywa Industries India Private Limited

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VINAYAK RAJAGOPAL

Director of Global Services and Support, Defence, Space & Security, Boeing

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CMD, Mishra Dhatu Nigam Limited

S K SHARMA

Chairman & MD, BEL

22 3 ULF NILSSON Head, Saab Business Area Aeronautics

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he representatives from Small and Medium Enterprises opened up in front of Defence Minister Manohar Parrikar and expressed their fears of being relegated to the sub-contract level with the aim to keep them out of competition. This came during a seminar at Defexpo and just a day after the Defence Procurement Policy was released by the Ministry of Defence.

Speaking at the Global Investor Summit: Make in India for Defence Sector organized by Assocham, Anil Ambani, Chairman and CEO, Reliance ADA Group said, “Opportunity is being denied in the name of experience.”

He also added that it was like a landmine, a booby trap to kill the competition. Ambani stressed on changing the mindset as it would help the private sector to achieve its important share in enhancing national security. The Reliance chief was pointing towards the experience of private industry while awarding contracts. He also made a reference to defence equipment being segmented by giving the example of ‘Surface and Sub-surface’ equipment related to the navy. Internationally, this did not happen, he said. Other speakers from industry also aired their worries.

Speaking on the occasion, Bimal Sareen, OIS-AT Director, voicing the worries of industry, said, “SMEs are disturbed as large industries have convinced the Ministry of Defence that industry be divided tier-wise.” He also added that he was worried about SMEs being relegated to the sub-contract level. Sareen congratulated the Rakhsa Mantri for making the Defence Procurement Procedure simpler and mentioned that the IDDM (Indigenous

How about offsets financing startups?

Manohar Parrikar and Baba Kalyani in discussion during the seminar at Defexpo

efence Minister Manohar ParD rikar threw up a concept for wider discussions by the industry

on whether offset obligations could also be met by contribution towards a special fund which would finance startups in the field of defence in line with the idea of ‘Make in India’.

He also expressed his willingness to consider a proposal from entrepreneurs in defence SMES that they could be given easier terms of credit from the banks. “Please discuss the ideas among yourselves and then give me a sectoral suggestion. I will look into it sympathetically,” the Defence Minister said during a seminar on Defence Offset: Challenages and Opportunities, organised by the CII at the 9th Defexpo today.

Design Development and Manufacturing) was a great gift.

On his part, Ambani gave his suggestions to make the procurement process fair and transparent and said that Public-Private partnership held the key to success. According to him outsourcing to private industry needed to be extended significantly.

Defence Minister Manohar Parrikar flayed the fears of the SMEs and said that the DPP was just a ground rule to create a level playing field and nothing beyond that. He said, “I am aware of the concerns and what are the constraints.” He added that suggestions and recommendations were welcome. “Maybe after six months we will see how the DPP works.” Parrikar also said that “the DPP will be as good as we execute and your cooperation is of utmost importance. DPP is the first step towards making our destiny.” Talking about the Defence Public Sector Undertakings, Parrikar said that retaining the Ordnance Factory Boards and PSUs was a necessity of the forces. Although it was not possible that 100 per cent defence manufacturing could be done by the DPSUs and the OFBs, he talked about a situation where a private company would have to stop operations if it did not get any orders. Thus, DPSUs and OFBs were necessary since they serve the defence forces at the critical time.

Speaking about the DPP, Parrikar also said that it was a way to remove the shackles. The first target of his ministry was not procurement but to provide the best arms and equipment.

He was quick to add: “Everyone should be ready for scrutiny.”

— Mayank Singh, Goa

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RUSSIA READY FOR JVS IN INDIA FOR GLOBAL MARKET

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osoboronexport of Russia is ready to widen cooperation with India within the framework of ‘Make in India’ programme. “We are prepared to coproduce our military assets in India along with either Indian public sector undertakings or the private enterprises and export them all over the world,” said Validmir Dronzhov, senior official of Rosoboronexport.

Emphasising that IndiaRussia Military Technical Cooperation is a priority for Russia, Dronzhov said that his country was not unduly worried by the recent trend of India diversifying its defence purchases. “We are sure of the quality of our products and they will be of great interest to India. At the present time, for instance, we are in talks on the feasibility of developing Project 75(I) submarines based on the latest Amur1650 diesel-electric submarines, and on the procurement of an additional lot of Project 11356 frigates and setting up of their license production in India,” said Sergei Goreslavsky, Deputy

products that their aftersales maintenance and spare parts are highly problematic, Dronzhov said that “we have offered India for signing long-term agreements on the maintenance issue to solve these problems”.

According to the preliminary agreement, Russian Helicopters will provide repairs for the Mi-17 fleet and also supply spares throughout the entire lifecycle of the rotorcraft. Repairs of helicopters operated in India will be performed by enterprises that are part of Russian Helicopters.

“These are exciting times for India’s defence industry...This has led to India’s defence services focus even more strongly on modernisation and expansion.

Within that ambit we plan to sign a contract that will lay the foundation for a new era of after-sales collaboration between Russian Helicopters and India.

This is now being discussed with the Air Force, Navy and border patrol troops of India,” said Sergei Chemezov, CEO of Rostec State Corporation.

Dmitry E Shugaev, DDG, (L) S Goreslavskiy Vice DG Rosonboron Esport

Director General of JSC Rosoboronexport.

The Russians also expect that India will be interested in their T-90MS main battle tank, BMP-3 infantry combat vehicles, Kalashinkov assault rifles of the hundredth series, air defence systems such as S-400, PantsirS1 and Tor-M2KM (mounted on the Indian made Tata chasis), Amur-1650 submarine, Project 11356 frigate, Project 11711E large landing ship, Project 21301 rescue vehicle and Project 12701 Alexandrite-E mine countermeasures ship.

About the standard complaints against the Russian

BEL, Rosoboronexport MoU

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P C Jain, Director (Marketing), BEL, exchanging MoU documents with Vadim V Belyaev, Head of Section, Offset Division, Rosoboroneexport

harat Electronics Ltd (BEL) and Rosoboronexport (part of Rostec State Corporation) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) at the Defexpo.

BEL and Rosoboronexport will co-operate for the joint development of various sub-systems of major defence projects under the offset clause of the Defence Procurement Procedure (DPP) of

the Defence Ministry, according to the MoU. The industrial tie-up will cater to the requirements of all the three arms of the Indian defence forces, as well as the civilian sector. The MoU will also boost BEL’s long-standing association with Russia and will go a long way to further the ‘Make in India’ initiative of the government.

India’s increased use of Boeing

MKU & Shvabe to set up EO unit

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he rising profile of Indian Military has seen the significant rise in the use of weapon platforms manufactured by US Defence manufacturer Boeing.

India is using the antisubmarine and anti-surface warfare aircraft, P-8I and the C-17 Globemaster III airlifters. Soon the Apache attack helicopter and the Chinookhelicopters will also be added.

The P8I and Globmaster have been used well by the Indian Navy and air force.

Globemaster has helped the Indian military in extending humanitarian aid and disaster relief, possible due to the good service and support being provided by the Original Equipment Manufacturer, Boeing.

Vinayak Rajagopal, Director of Global Services and Support at Boeing Defence, Space and Security said, “Boeing offers a wide array of sustainment services and support systems globally. The company works to increase

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KU and Russian company Shvabe have signed a MoU to manufacture Electro Optical (EO) devices in India. MKU has recently entered the EO business and the production facility will be situated in Kanpur. This JV is not only focused on manufacturing of EO devices, but to cater to in-service EO equipment with the Indian Army and MoD. The Indian Army has been using EO devices from Shvabe for sometime now and many of these devices require upgaradation, refurbishment and maintenance to keep with the changing combat theaters and its intense requirements. More specifically, devices on platforms require mission specific upgradation and maintenance.

its products reliability, lower their cost and maintain their effectiveness.” He added that the services provided are as per need and the product thus a focused work is done on the aircrafts. The initial two year services and support comes as part of the warranty and then it is extended as per the contracts.

Boeing’s expert service doesn’t end with its own products, some of which it has maintained for more than five decades, but it extends to others. Boeing delivers the industry’s largest portfolio of support and services.

ENERGISING INDIAN AVIATION

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aab is all gung-ho about its Gripen fighter. The Swedish company is ready to ‘Make in India’ the Gripen fighter. Ulf Nilsson, head of Saab Business Area Aeronautics, in his presentation at the Defexpo pitched for the aircraft to be a great fit for India as it is an updated aircraft. The Gripen is also value for money when it comes to its life cycle cost.

For many countries, Gripen has made a modern air force viable. It adapts to work with the existing military technology and communications systems. Overall, Gripen is versatile, reliable and cost-effective. It protects the defence budget as well as the citizens.

(Full story to be carried in our regular issue)

DRDO IS READY TO EXPORT “T

he Arjun MkII tank will have to shed weight before being inducted by the Army”, said Dr S Christopher, Secretary, Department of Defence Research & Development and Director General, DRDO at the Defexpo, 2016 at Goa today.

“The tank’s present weight of 67 tonnes is slightly on the higher side. The MkI, 124 of which have been inducted by the Army, weighs at 61 tonnes, though it was supposed to be of 55 tonnes. Yet to be accepted by the Army, the MkII’s ideal weight should have been between 55 and 61 tonnes, but because of additional features, the weight went up”, said Dr Christopher.

But this weight is problematic to the Army, which prefers Russian T-90 tank.

The Army says that there are bridges where MkII might find it difficult to move. But at the Defexpo, the DRDO developed a bridge, which the tank is crossing over again and again.

“We are reducing the weight of the tank by 1.6 tonnes within next six months.

And if we succeed in developing our indigenous engine to replace the current German engine in the tank, the weight will be further reduced,” said the DRDO head, adding “We are all for a trial along with the T-90 to convince the Army of our worth. Even if we may not be able to use MkII as it is everywhere that the Army wants, there definitely are places where it can be used.”

Dr Cristopher argued that there are many DRDO products that may not be up to the expectations of our forces.

But surely, they can meet the expectations elsewhere outside the country and can be easily exported. He gave the example of the Pinaka missiles, which are in demand in countries of West Asia. “I am all for exporting our products abroad after meeting the domestic demands. We also can export items that do not have domestic demands. As our defence minister Manohar Parri-

Defence Minister Manohar Parrikar launching the Sonar Dome at Defexpo

kar has pointed out, India can be an arms-exporter. We have demands for our Brahmos and Akash missiles, small arms and many other products”.

The DRDO chief is happy with the latest DPP that the defence minister pronounced yesterday. “Earlier, we were having a long gestation period between design and development of production. Now we can start everything together by taking the needs of the enduser right at the very beginning. The latest DPP also facilitates further the contributions of the private sector players, with whom we will join hands heartily. We are not afraid of competition”, he said.

Dr Christopher gave a long list of products such as missiles, Awacs and unmanned vehicles that the DRDO have been successfully developing. And today happened to be a proud day for the DRDO, according to him, as the organisation delivered the ‘Sonar Dome’, developed by its laboratory in Pune, through Defence Minister Parrikar at the Defexpo to Mazgaon Docks, Mumbai.

Sonar will vitally strengthen the country anti-submarine warfare (ASW). ASW ships have a sonar array fitted to the ship structure below the waterline. The sonar, which has to be acoustically transparent, functions as the ship’s underwater eyes and ears. The Sonar Dome is a structure fitted over the sonar array so that its electronics and sensors are not exposed to surrounding hostile environment.

— Prakash Nanda, Goa

JV by OIS Advanced Technology and SAMP

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IS Advanced Technology (OIS-AT) and SAMP of France have entered into a Joint Venture agreement where the two have agreed to manufacture proven, advanced Penetrator Bombs in India and to conduct research and development for India’s customised requirements. This will utilise advanced technology from SAMP, which is a proven supplier in this field.

“We are pleased that SAMP has agreed to support establishing a joint venture with OIS-AT to manufacturing, and research and develop a portfolio of advanced penetrator bombs in India. We believe that these also directly support and advance the Government of India’s Make In India programme,” said Sanjay Bhandari, Chairman and Managing Director of OIS Advanced Technology.

“We are pleased with our Joint Venture relationship with OIS-AT to establish an advanced penetrator bomb manufacturing facility, and to establish a research and development facility for customised local requirements. We will provide the necessary technology transfer to OIS-AT and the Joint Venture to develop and manufacture a range of penetrator bombs for Indian requirements to serve the requirements of the Indian military,” said Christian Martin CEO of SAMP (France).

Penetrator bombs are specialised weapons use with precision by Air Forces to be able to penetrate hardened enclosures. When coupled with a precision guidance kit, and advanced weapon release technologies, it becomes an effective, and relatively low cost precision weapon for an Air Force to complete missions by limiting collateral damage. In addition, this agreement with SAMP will also lead to the transfer of technology and the manufacturing in India of general purpose bombs of a new type.

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VISIT AT 3.1.3

VISIT AT 2.1.1

IDAS – Self-Protection for Airborne Platforms Saab’s Integrated Defence Aids Suite (IDAS) system, selected as the Electronic Warfare self-protection system for the Indian Army’s and Air force’s Advanced Light Helicopter (Dhruv), is an Electronic Warfare system designed to provide self-protection for airborne platforms in sophisticated, diverse and dense threat environments. IDAS is a fully integrated multi-spectral system that can be configured for radar warning, laser-warning, and missile-approach-warning.

Even though IDAS has been designed as an integrated system from the onset, its modular system architecture allows the system to be configured in any combination of the three sensor-system types as user requirements may dictate. An optional digital receiver (DRx) is available to enhance the radar warning performance of the system.

providing exceptional performance in a lightweight form for rotary winged, fixed wing and fighter aircraft.

It also comes in a compact version configured with only electrooptic sensors and CMDS, designed specifically for the protection of aircraft against man-portable air-defence systems (MANPADS) and laser-based threats. Multiple interfaces and low box-count allows easy installation in helicopters, transport aircraft and fighters.

Saab has signed a long term business agreement with Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) for the supply of IDAS and will include transfer of technology of the system. The programme is now in the series production phase and has received multiple production orders in the past years, with more orders to follow during 2016.

Saab’s new advanced lightweight Counter Measure Dispensing System (CMDS) is fully integrated with IDAS. The dispensers are controlled via a fully integrated chaff-and-flare dispenser controller that resides in the EWC. This allows for automatic dispensing under the control of the EWC upon threatidentification. The system can handle mixed payloads per dispenser, i.e. chaff and flares mixed in each dispenser.

The IDAS system offers cost-effective defensive aids,

VISIT AT 1.1.3K CONTROP AND DEFSYS SIGNS COOPERATION AGREEMENT CONTROP announces an agreement with the Indian company, Defsys Solutions Pvt. Ltd. According to the agreement, Defsys will market and locally produce CONTROP's advanced electro-optical solutions for the Indian market.

According to Dror Sharon, CONTROP's President & CEO, "We are delighted to partner with the Indian company, Defsys, a supplier of electro-optic solutions to the Indian Ministry

of Defence. The company has very advanced manufacturing facilities that will allow us to produce our products in India, and thus meet the 'Make in India' policy promoted by the Indian government. CONTROP has been active in India for more than 10 years. There is a significant need in India for our extremely popular intruder detection systems and camera payloads, which their unique technology characteristics make

ARI SIMULATION A RI Simulation is a leader in manufacturing of highspecification sophisticated simulation systems used in training, screening, feasibility analysis and process development.

The company has announced that it has successfully completed the manufacturing of a suite of Warship Navigation Simulators for Kenyan Navy under

them good value for money solutions. We see the Indian market as strategic and with huge potential - and are very much ready to transfer knowledge and production to local industry."

According to Dmitry Bernadiner, Defsys' Executive Director, "We are proud to partner with CONTROP - a global leader in electro-optics - and to manufacture CONTROP's unique solutions in India."

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EL exhibits a wide portfolio of products and systems which addresses the needs and expectations of its major customers: the Indian Army, Indian Navy and In-

dian Air Force along with the Para Military forces.

The display includes Land and Naval Radars for surveillance, navigation, weapon location and fire control; state-ofthe-art, multi-band tactical radios, ship and airborne tactical data link, IP gateway; a range of communication encryptors supporting different interfaces and speeds; portable Unit Level Switch Board Mk III and SRAX; Land, Naval and Airborne Electronic Warfare systems and Avionics products like Jammers, DF systems, Light Weight ESM systems, latest generation Radar Warning Receivers, Heliborne protec-

manoeuvring training and Convoy training can be practiced using this simulator. The primary bridge has more than 300 degrees horizontal field of view visualisation system presented using high end projection systems.

The suite also replicates the exact set of vessel maneuvering controls with navigation and collision avoidance equipment as found on board the Kenyan naval vessels. Communication system and Safety control modules are also integrated in the suite.

CoMPASS and other customised displays for tanks.

Models of various elements of indigenously designed and developed Akash Missile System, Sonars and IAC MoD C along with Lynx U2 Tracker Mount are also on display.

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Specialised naval manoeuvring operations like Group/Fleet Tactical

tion suites and different LRUs of UAVs; XD4 and XR5 II Tube based Night Vision Devices and weapon and tank sights, Thermal Imagers, Laser Range Finders, Laser Warning Systems, Electronic Fuzes and a variety of batteries for various applications. Upgraded L-70 Gun, upgraded electronic systems for 155 mm/52C artillery Gun, model of Upgraded Schilka Weapon System, Tank Intercom system, Integrated Fire Detection and Suppression System (IFDSS),

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CENTRAL PARAMILITARY FORCES IN INDIA’S SECURITY MATRIX Considering the rise in tactical and equipment sophistication, steps towards cohesion and harmony in the units should be taken

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he CPMF have a very important role to play in the Security Matrix of India. The border guarding forces act as the first line of defence of India. The border guarding forces also have specific war time role of assisting Army in their war efforts. Their very presence creates a sense of security amongst the border population as these forces are perhaps the only visible face of Govt/administration in these remote areas to whom they can approach for resolution of several of their immediate problems and request for help during emergencies. These security forces also perform the function of a link between the border population and the administration. Since the troops of Border guarding forces remain constantly on the borders,they are familiar with the problems of Border population the advice of the Border guarding forces can therefore be used gainfully for designing and implementing development programs for the border areas and thereby improve the security environment in border areas.

The intelligence branches of the paramilitary forces have been giving very useful intelligence inputs which have gone a long way in preventing several serious incidents having grave implication on security both along the borders and also in the interior. The forces responsible for internal security on the other hand play a very important role in aid to civil authorities in controlling the law and order situations and battling the insurgency and militancy situations for which the Police is neither trained nor equipped. These forces are also extensively deployed to ensure smooth and fair

conduct of Elections. But time has come to bring upgrade and modernise the training.

The training ethos of atleast the Border Guarding forces is inclined towards imparting Army type training. This perhaps is rooted in the very origin of these forces. The Border Security Force and also the Indo Tibetan Border Police were raised consequent to the conflicts with Pakistan and China respectively when it was felt that it would be unwise to keep our Army permanently deployed for border guarding.

So the operational ethos of an organization like BSF so far has been 'Ek Goli Ek Dushman' and “Use of Maximum Force”. The training philosophy is similarly oriented.

This operational philosophy is not applicable in respect of other two border guarding forces namely SSB and BSF. In the case of SSB which is deployed along IndoNepal and Indo-Bhutan Border, which are friendly countries and with whom we have open borders with free flow of people from both sides of the border, the training in soft skills is more important. The force there is generally required to deal with unarmed people who may be taking small consignments of items of daily use for personnel consumption or unarmed criminals indulging in petty smuggling.

Further, there are reports of Pakistan using these open borders to infiltrate terrorists and send in consignments of weapons. Hence, their training has to focus more on imparting soft skills and intelligence operations. There hardly is any prospect of a war along Indo –Nepal and Indo- Bhutan borders so any training which is oriented to enable them to fight war is not recommended.

BSF also has a war time Role in which most of its Units will be deployed in aid

of the war effort. However, on the Eastern Borders we have a friendly neighbor with whom we want to further our relations. The type of crime here is of petty nature except the Cattle smuggling which is a major irritant for the Border guards. The training for the BSF troops deployed on the East, therefore, has to cater for compliance of the Govt policy which requires that situation along Indo-Bangladesh borders does not escalate and at the same time, the troops should be trained to defend themselves with minimum use of force if attacked.

Initiate modernisation in training with measures to train the Jawans in use of modern surveillance devices start at the initial induction level itself.

Time also demand that soldiers be thinking soldiers and not be robots. It is essential to ingrain responses to some common situations as basic drills so that the Jawans react automatically to known emergencies. In case of CRPF which is a force for internal security, the importance of use of minimum force, quick reaction and evolving basic drills is extremely important.

It is also recommended that an extensive audit of the training facilities of the CPMF should be carried out and good practices shared amongst the forces. This is also necessary to ensure optimum utilization of the training capacities.

Modernisation of minds is what is required along with modernisation of equipment and weaponry.

In my view, some of the equipment presently authorized is not suited to the operational requirements and the tasks of the CPMF. Unfortunately, the concept of modernisation as conceived by the leadership is limited to acquiring more and more vehicles (specially light

vehicles) which are mostly used for transportation of senior officers.

Coming to weapons, heavy weapons including those with high trajectory will not be effective in the heavily forested area where Maoist insurgency is spread because the splinters will get obstructed by Trees.

These will also not be effective in built up area because of the threat of collateral damage.

Surprisingly, additional weapons like Rocket Launchers, Automatic Grenade launchers have been authorised. We need to assess the actual requirement according to the role required to be performed by the force in a particular area of deployment. The forces needs to promote the use of Information technology beyond administrative purpose. In so far as Border guarding forces are concerned, we need to focus on developing/ acquiring effective surveillance equipment which give us adequate early warning to enable proper response in required time frame. The present man power intensive domination system has to be replaced with intelligent domination methodology which will ensure adequate rest and relief to troops and also effective border crime control. The domination system has to change from deployment of men all along the borders in small teams to QRT system located at BOPs who will react on being given early warning by a control room monitoring the inputs from a surveillance devices placed along borders.

Upgrading the organizational structure to meet the ever changing challenges being faced by the forces cannot be left out. For example, in the early part of last decade, number of company was raised in every BSF unit from six to seven. This has resulted in increase of manpower in a unit by

almost 1/5th of the original strength. The responsibilities of a Commandant have thus increased exponentially both administratively and also operationally and has lead to a state of flux in the organisation. May be one of the causes of increased cases of indiscipline and suicides etc have to do something with this overstretched command of the unit commander. We need to reconsider this and revert to the original six company unit at the earliest.

Considering the rise in tactical and equipment sophistication, steps towards cohesion and harmony in the units should be taken.

A jawan or an officer should ideally continue to remain in the same unit till he becomes surplus in a particular rank or unless he is being deployed for a staff or training assignment. Even after these outside assignments, they should preferably revert to their parent unit. The concept of Parent Unit exists in the Tenure Rules but is not being followed.

Most importantly, the Government needs to take a closer look at the policy of bringing in officers at higher levels. The deputationists do not have any knowledge of the operational philosophy and ethos of these organisations and therefore they tend to take decisions which may be well meaning but are not in the best interest of the forces. The original Cadre officers who have grown with the organization should get opportunity to command these forces as the will be in a better position to understand the requirements of the organization and deal with them effectively.

— S K Sood ADG (Retd.), BSF

VISIT AT 9.1.3 MICA is the reference multi-mission air-to-air missile system for the Rafale and the latest versions of the Mirage 2000 combat aircraft developed

by MBDA. It provides a high level of tactical flexibility.

Breaking away from established

doctrines, the very high technical standards set by MICA are the result of an innovative operational concept.

These evolved from the global understanding of the air-to-air battle space and the appreciation of the need for a weapon system that would ensure asymmetry to win in aerial combat.

MICA stands for “Missile d’Interception, de Combat et d’Autodéfense”.

A clear statement that this single missile system had to cover all facets of the airto-air battle - BVR (Beyond Visual Range) interception, dogfight and self-defence.

The MICA system comprises 2 versions: MICA (EM)

RF with an active radio frequency seeker and MICA IR with a passive dual waveband imaging infrared seeker. Both missiles are fully qualified and in mass production, being currently flown by numerous air forces worldwide.

A “full MICA” configuration on an aircraft such as Rafale gives a very flexible and high BVR fire power for Air Superiority during all kind of missions: combat air patrol, sweep, deep strike, recce, maritime operations.

MICA missile in BVR mode introduces a new way of waging air combat by offering multi-target capability at extended ranges with the two interoperable guidance systems to hamper enemy counter measures. All carried (EM) RF or IR MICA missiles are fully

BVR, being operable with or without data link target designation updating.

In short range (SR) combat, a MICA configuration on an aircraft offers a full "new generation" capability thanks to the outstanding performance of the missile (extreme agility and manoeuvrability). An additional advantage lies in the possibility of launching MICA with its seeker (namely IR) either locked-on to the target or not, while still featuring all BVR qualities.

The same MICA missile provides a dual use (air-launched or surface-launched). The surfacelaunched variant, named “VL MICA”, is launched vertically either from naval- or ground-based air defence systems.

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Our trusted 50 series respiratory masks are standard issue to the US military and other highly regarded specialist agencies worldwide, meet CE and NIOSH specifications for gas masks and breathing equipment, and were approved by all police agency commanders in 2010.

The FM53/CSPAPR/ST53 Combination Unit Respirator System willbe available for demonstration on the Avon stand.

The new Avon CSPAPR™ is the newest generation of CBRN Powered Air Purifying Respirator (PAPR) designed

for use in Combination Unit Respirators (CURs). The ability to change protection levels dependent on the threat provides the wearer with increased duration and safer operation. The low profile shape of the Avon

CSPAPR delivers bestin-class integration with self contained breathing apparatus systems, and delivers reduced weight and size compared to other systems. Deploying crush proof hose technology, the quick release mask connection includes a single rotary selector that allows the wearer to select all modes of protection with one simple action. Lighter and smaller than legacy equipment, the optional auto filter covers module seal off the PAPR filters to protect against extreme environments when in SCBA mode.

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OUR INDIGENOUS R&D EFFORTS SHOULD BE THE KEY DRIVERS OF STRATEGIC SOLUTIONS

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undertake the world class -DOT, being the Telecom manufacturing and producR&D Centre of the Govt. tion. Not only this, of India is in the foreour support mechafront of indigenizanism has been rotion and innovation, bustly designed to working relentlessly enable the necessary to align its cutting updates, upgrades edge research with and other feature the objectives of naenhancements, tional development. throughout the With a workforce product life cycle, of the best engineerVIPIN TYAGI as required by the ing talent from the industry to cope with the premier technical institutes burgeoning trends and chalof the nation, C-DOT has lenges. been developing the costOur targeted R&D efforts effective technologies that with thrust on the upcomnot only meet the global ing technologies and manustandards but also fulfil the facturing bottlenecks, are growing aspirations of the specially aimed at catalyzIndian Industry to outshine ing the industrial preparedothers in the fiercely comness for meeting the highpetitive market. performance metrics in a As a not-for-profit scientime bound manner. C-DOT tific society, C-DOT works is posed to play a monumenon the “ToT (Transfer of tal role in the landmark iniTechnology)” Model that tiative of the Govt. of India, specifically aims to boost “Make in India”. indigenous manufacturing India is a vast country and spur industrial growth. with diverse geographical Our innovative solutions and terrains and thus calls for technologies, after successful specifically designed strateand rigorous field trials are gic solutions to address this transferred to the prospecdiversity. India’s Defence tive manufacturers through manufacturing needs to foour ToT package, whereby cus on the operating environan extensive training and ment including the power, support is given to them to

especially for rural areas and inhospitable terrains including the borders. The increasing number of cases pertaining to cybercrime, data theft, phishing, malware etc. in the software solutions is a matter of utmost concern.

As the technologies, today, are driven by the embedded software and managed by the web consoles, this issue warrants a serious attention. The electronic components need to be procured cautiously to avoid these malicious attacks. Our indigenous R&D efforts should be the key drivers of strategic solutions with thrust on security and typical Indian Defence requirements.

As the telecom R&D centre of the Govt. of India, CDOT is committed to serve the nation with its technical innovations. The mission to undertake and support R&D initiatives has been clearly set out in the objectives of our organization. C-DOT has been playing instrumental roles in several initiatives of the Govt. of India viz.

“Digital India”, “Make in India”,”BharatNet” etc.

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ASTRONAUTICS

VISIT AT 1.1.2A

C-MAN - Computerized Maritime Navigation System

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urn Key system solution for shipboard integrated navigation and inertial data distribution. Data computation and data distribution to all shipboard sub-systems of all directions motion sensing, attitude and position. Interface to command & control, weapons, electro optical directors, radar antennas and other ship’s inertial data users.

High accuracy, high reliability inertial sensor with embedded GPS, accurate positioning.

System Redundancy  Designed for full RLG INS/GPS sensors redundancy architecture.  Multiple outputs of synchro and/or digital signals to support full system redundancy.

Flexibility and Modularity  Modular architecture allowing the use of any combination of sensors (INS/GPS, EM/Doppler Log, Echo sounder, Meteorological sensors, etc.)  From basic low cost small vessels single sensor system, to high-end large surface vessels and advanced Extended Performance (EP) lowest drift submarines applications.  Multiple outputs – supporting modern digital format sub-systems as well as analog/synchro shipboard systems.

Advanced Processing utilising Kalman filters optimized for naval navigation data, incorporates accurate compensation and data filtering taking into account latency and utilizing unique prediction algorithm considering the characteristics of naval vessels.

‘THE INDIAN FORCES HAVE EXPRESSED INTEREST IN OUR COMBAT VEHICLES’ MR. PANKAJ DUBEY, MD, Polaris India Pvt Ltd. is upbeat about the prospects of the Polaris Defense combat vehicles, especially the Ultra Light combat vehicles that will be on show for the first time in the country You have been developing a range mobility for up to 9 passengers, of vehicles to serve various armies Polaris Defense combat vehicles throughout the world. Have you provide world class mobility with dynamic customised any of the payloads. vehicles for the Indian Last year Kerala forces? police took the deWe have been livery of four Posupporting the laris All-Terrain Indian Forces based Off-Road Vehicles on the required (ATVs) to their arcustomization. moury. These ATVs We have done have applications customisation in all in the anti-Maoist vehicles based on operations in the the inputs required PANKAJ DUBEY northern districts of by the Indian Forces Kannur, Wayanad, and the strengths of the product. Polaris Off-Road Kozhikode (rural) and MalapVehicles have very extensive puram. They help the police in customization options available chasing anti social elements in difficult terrains particularly in in the accessory range. forest areas. It can also be used Has any of your combat vehicles for beach patrolling. The vehifound interest among the Indian cles are powerful enough even to pull a heavy load attached to defence forces?

Yes, the Indian Defence Forces it. It can cruise to a speed of 100 have expressed high interest in km per hour in just five seconds. our combat vehicles. We have We have also trained policeman been demonstrating the same to familiarize them with driving in various events including the these vehicles.

Bagging its first commerDefence Expo. With versatile

cial order in India, Polaris also won order for its model RZR S 800 from Gujarat Police. The model is specifically designed to take on off-road terrain and hold tremendous potential to be a dependable and effective force multiplier. Besides this, the order also included supply of model Coastal Police Ranger Crew 800.

What are your future plans keeping in mind the ‘Make in India’ concept?

Future plan is to demonstrate further the capabilities of our latest models to the Indian Defence Forces. We are going to participate in the Defence Expo 2016 at Goa from March 28 to March 31, 2016 and demonstrate some of the latest Ultra Light Defence combat vehicles for the first time in India. We will continue to meet and support defence forces with the best of our services. We will get into ‘Make in India’ concept at the time when it makes business prudence.

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ATK ARMAMENT SYSTEMS

VISIT AT 3.2.2B

Orbital ATK Armament Systems specializes in innovating low-cost, highly reliable and precise weapons and ammunition for artillery and mortar systems, medium caliber weapons platforms, battle tanks and the individual soldier M1156 PGK

Today’s battlefield is everchanging in terms of terrain and engagement criteria.

Reducing the risk of friendly and civilian casualties and collateral damage to infrastructure is critical. This combination of constraints coupled with the performance of conventional artillery munitions has often limited the commander’s options and, sometimes, has taken artillery out of the fight. To remain relevant, artillery must be accurate, responsive and flexible. PGK provides the necessary preci-

ment for the M830 HEAT round. It has demonstrated a 20-percent performance increase against bunkers and a 30-percent performance increase against light armored vehicles. The M830A1 uses a discarding sabot with subcaliber warhead and a multifunction fuzing system. It has a unique airburst capability that is quickly selectable by the tank crewman. The unique fuzing options and fast time of flight make this round the ultimate warhead in urban warfare. Known commonly as “MPAT,” it was the round of choice in opera-

velopment in providing an advanced, tactical kinetic energy round for 120mm smooth-bore cannons. KET capitalizes on Orbital ATK’s proven technological and system integration competencies. Given the KET’s performance capabilities, the round provides the ability to defeat targets at ranges greater than 4,000 meters with extreme accuracy and superior penetration and improved defeat capability against Heavy Explosive Reactive Armor (HERA). The KET has successfully passed testing that proves: strength of design, lethality against HERA and RHA and target impact dispersion and is fully compliant with STANAG 2895, 4385 and 4493 requirements.

Diesel-Electric Submarine

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he Amur 1650 diesel-electric submarine belongs to a new generation of Russian non-nuclear submarines. It is designed for defeating enemy naval surface combatants, transports and submarines, as well as for conducting reconnaissance teams. The Amur 1650 submarine is capable of carrying out appropriate missions across the World Ocean in any weather, without restriction.

The submarine carrying a powerful sonar system enjoys such features as low noisiness,

The sonar highly sensitive sound locating antenna is placed in the submarine forward end, and these sonar system capabilities are much better compared to those of similar submarines.

The periscope module includes an attack periscope with optical and video links (night vision included) and an optronic non-penetrating mast. Antennas for receiving signals from radars and satellite navigation systems are also placed in the mast.

The navigation system

XM395 Precision Mortar

sion and flexibility and at a price that permits its use in tactically significant quantities as well as for training.

Orbital ATK’s Precision Guidance Kit (PGK) transforms existing 155mm high explosive artillery projectiles into affordable, GPS-guided precision weapons. PGK provides maneuver forces with an organic, precision capability that is highly responsive and available around the clock and in all weather conditions. With a circular error probable (CEP) of less than 10 meters, PGK fills an effectiveness gap between conventional artillery and smart munitions.

This low-cost, highly reliable, fuze-sized guidance kit installs in the projectile fuze well and also provides traditional fuze functions for height-of-burst and point detonation.

M230LF Chain Gun

The 30mm M230LF is a more capable version of the 30mm cannon featured on the Apache helicopter and is a member of the Chain Gun family of externally powered, combat-reliable conventional automatic weapons.

The M230LF boasts a DC drive motor with a firing rate of 200 rounds per minute. Other features include an anti-hangfire system, extended-length barrel for enhanced muzzle velocity and a delinking feeder that allows the use of linked ammunition.

The M230LF is ideal for use on ground vehicles and patrol boats.

M830A1 Cartridge

The M830A1 HEAT-MP-T was developed as a replace-

tion IRAQI Freedom.

Mk44 Bushmaster Automatic Cannon

The 30mm/40mm Mk44 Bushmaster Automatic Cannon is a next-generation Chain Gun weapon available and in use today. It continues the Bushmaster tradition of excellence with its design simplicity, external power, positive round control, ease of maintenance, and constant velocity ammunition feed. What’s more, it incorporates all of the battleproven features of the 25mm M242 Bushmaster cannon, with significant system commonality for low-risk, proven performance.

MK44 Bushmaster Automatic Cannon configurations fires all 30mm x 173mm, 30mm x 170mm Rarden & KCB ammunition.

Orbital ATK offers a simple and cost effective upgrade to 40mm Super Forty and/or airburst munition capability.

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The 120mm Kinetic Energy Tungsten (KET) APFSDS-T is Orbital ATK’s latest de-

The XM395 precision mortar is the U.S. Army’s guided projectile solution for its Accelerated Precision Mortar Initiative (APMI). Developed and produced by Orbital ATK, the XM395 gives brigade commanders an organic, accurate indirect fire capability. It provides a quick, reliable, and lethal response – especially in mountainous terrain inaccessible to artillery and in built-up areas where collateral damage is prohibitive. XM395 provides maneuver commanders with a precision indirect fire capability to neutralize targets on reverse slopes, in narrow gullies, in urban areas, and in other complex terrain where they are inaccessible to low-angle fire.

Additionally, greater accuracy enables the commander to engage fleeting targets with improved success and reduces the number of rounds required to successfully defeat targets.

Based on Orbital ATK’s Precision Guidance Kit (PGK) for 155mm artillery projectiles, XM395 combines GPS guidance and directional control surfaces into a package that replaces standard fuzes, cost-effective, transforming existing 120mm mortar inventory into precision guided munitions. This design-leveraging approach has reduced the timeline and costs associated with fielding a new munition.

comprising a large scale auand tomation level, VISIT AT 1.2.1 GLONASS GPS receivers an ability to use enables to acboth torpedoes and the Club-S missile sys- curately locate the submarine tem. The submarine weapon present position and its motion load includes anti-ship cruise parameters necessary for safe missiles, versatile deep-water navigation and weapons emtorpedoes and mines. The sub- ployment.

The automated radio commarine is capable of engaging land-based targets deep in the munication system includes a enemy territory. The subma- trailed antenna for receiving rine automated command in- secure command signals and formation system develops and data messages at depths down feeds data necessary to launch to 100 meters.

The officers and other missiles and torpedoes. A provision is made for fitting the complement members are acAmur 1650 submarine with commodated in cabins. The air a fuel cell air-independent pro- ventilation and conditioning pulsion system making it pos- systems maintain the complesible to extend its underwater ment’s comfort and cool the equipment in warm waters. navigation up to 20 days.

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The Mistral is a short-range (6 km class) surface-to-air missile capable of intercepting a wide variety of aerial targets including those with even a low infrared signature It is characterised by an outstanding success rate (96% from more than 4,700 live firings), a high effectiveness against manoeuvring targets, and has demonstrated its capabilities against fixed-wing aircraft, nap-of-the-earth helicopters, unmanned aerial vehicles, cruise missiles as well as moving land vehicles and FIAC at sea.

MBDA has developed several land, naval and airborne weapon systems operating the Mistral “fire and forget” missile with its advanced infrared seeker. Mistral weapon systems are equipped with a thermal imager for day/night operation and can also be fitted with an autonomous IFF interrogator.

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he ‘Make in India’ campaign seems to focus on ‘Build to print’ as per drawings supplied by a foreign OEM. While this may provide some shortterm benefits, it will not lead to self-reliance in the long term.

Experts in the A&D have openly acknowledged that the so-called ‘Transfer of Technology’ has never resulted in any provision of core technology other than basic manufacturing and maintenance documents. To be truly selfsufficient in this critical sector, we need to Create, Innovate, Design, and Manufacture in India through indigenous R&D. Any entrepreneur desiring to design and manufacture for the A&D sector faces many challenges.

These are:

Internal 1. Lack of specialised domain knowledge and awareness of the stringent quality standards and military specifications. This is a result of the historical confinement of the domain within DPSUs for the last six decades with no access to the private sector.

2. Capability to design equipment to overcome harsh conditions imposed by extremes of temperature, humidity, altitude, vibrations, corrosive atmosphere, etc.

3. Competence to engage in technical discussions with certification authorities.

4. Multi-disciplinary domain knowledge that is essential for holistic design and manufacture.

External 1. Delays in all processes up to several years for even a small project. Tender bids are required to be valid for at least six months and often for

12 months.

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Small volumes leading to problems in sourcing specialised components at competitive prices.

3. Uncertainty about future production orders for an indigenisation product.

4. Funding and Availability of trained workforce.

While the responsibility to develop competency in the domain rests with the entrepreneur, the external challenges above are detailed as follows: RFQ and tender stage One of the greatest challenges relates to lack of ownership and decision making in the DPSUs and the Armed Services. It often takes two years for a requirement to mature to an RFQ, even for ‘critically required’ LRUs, subassemblies and spare parts. The subsequent process of tender evaluation, price negotiation and order release takes at least 6 months. In many cases, orders are not released even after the L1 vendor has attended price negotiation meetings.

These are highly demotivating to an entrepreneur. In most cases, technical specifications of the OEM equipment are not even available with the tendering agency and the RFQ states ‘Generation of technical specifications is a part of the indigenisation process’. If this is so, how does a bidder specify what he would deliver and how does the tendering agency evaluate the bid?

Small volumes In most cases, annual quantities of specialised parts and equipment are in single digits. This makes purchase of specialised, military graderaw materials and components very difficult.

These include even screws, nuts, washers, consumables, etc., that are used on airborne equipment.

This imposes either very high costs on a small quantity, or a large inventory of unused materials.

Qualification Testing 1. Before the indigenised unit can be integrated into a military platform, it needs to be qualified by subjecting it to stringent life-cycle tests. This includes expensive EMI/EMC and Environmental testing that is only carried out in a few specially equipped laboratories. These tests can by themselves cost anywhere from `6 to 10 lakhs.

2. Qualification tests are to be conducted in Govt. approved test agencies. While large corporates are able to afford investments in expensive test facilities within their organisation, MSMEs find it unaffordable. MSMEs, therefore, have to rely on external service providers such as DRDO or DPSUs. Time slots at such external agencies are very difficult to obtain for a private company. This hurts the progress of the projects leading to cost escalation. Reputed test houses in the private sector are far more expensive than government controlled agencies.

Serial Production There have been many instances where no production orders have been placed after indigenous development of even a ‘critically required’ item that has been designed, tested and qualified by a vendor. This is a complete let down and one of the demotivators for design entrepreneurs to enter this sector.

Funding and cash flow Funding for long gestation A&D development projects is just not available. Indian banks and funding agencies do not appreciate the value of research, design and development. While the present Indian Govt. has proposed to set up a Defence R&D Fund for MSMEs, the modalities of making this available to genuine entrepreneurs is yet to be formalised.

Availability of trained workforce Trained workforce, especially design engineers, is simply not available due to disconnect between industry and the academia. This is even more severe in the specialised A&D sector.

Suggestions 1. DRDO and DPSUs should facilitate domain specific knowledge sharing with A&D MSMEs to empower them to appreciate the intricacies and challenges of indigenous development.

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Funding mechanisms for long gestation D&D projects need to be created on priority since this involves self-reliance in defence and aerospace. One method could be the award of rating points (similar to credit rating by CIBIL), proportional to the value of A&D related orders successfully executed by an MSME. The accumulation of points would indicate the maturity and capability of the vendor. These could be accumulated and monetised for obtaining special financing from Public Sector Banks, as well as for proportional reduction of monetary Performance Guarantees to the customers.

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Establishment of virtual

clusters of MSMEs linked to larger private companies or DPSUs/DRDO will result in an organised growth of MSMEs with specialised aerospace domain knowledge that can ultimately lead to complete indigenous equipment and systems development capability over time.

4. The same ecosystem can then be leveraged by the educational institutions for teaching as well as training the graduates in the field of A&D, within industries on live projects. Engineering colleges today teach the aeronautical subjects without even a physical contact with a live aircraft or engine.

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Materials Bank to be established for easy availability of commonly used military grade raw materials and standard parts for MSMEs. 6. Establishing testing labs by the Government, exclusively for use by private MSMEs or by directing a priority allotment of time slots at govt. labs.

7. Excise duties, Service Tax and VAT (GST) should be exempted for all related inputs as well as the final product/ services. It does not make any sense for duties and taxes to be paid from one Govt. account to another through the intermediary private vendor who has to also deal with the cash flow issue.

There is no dearth of technology and competencies among Indian private sector industries in undertaking challenging indigenisation projects. All they need is a friendly and supportive induction into the sector.

—Raj Narayan Managing Director, Radel

ASHOK LEYLAND SHOWCASES NEW INTRODUCTIONS FOR DEFENCE AT DEFEXPO 2016

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or over 50 years Ashok Leyland, a pioneer in the Indian commercial vehicle industry, has been a market leader in the Defence logistics vehicles segment. More than 70,000 Stallion trucks form the backbone of the logistics operations of the Indian army.

The vehicles withstood stringent evaluation criteria at induction stage and are today well known for their performance, reliability and durability.

The company has embarked on a growth strategy drawing strength from its core competency of making vehicles. It involves (a) expanding our product lines and (b) integration of global weapon systems on vehicle platforms.

Product Line Expansion In the last five years, company has been successful in making challenging and demanding products giving ever greater offensive and defensive capabilities to our Defence forces.

A Field Artillery Tractor (FAT) 6x6 on Super Stallion platform shall function as a Common Gun Tower for all artillery guns. This versatile FAT provides the Army an unprecedented flexibility in utilisation of artillery resources and rapid deployment.

On the Super Stallion plat-

Ashok Leyland’s Rhino 4x4 highly improved logistics vehicle

form FAT 6x6, Multi-barrel Rocket launcher (MBRL) 6x6 and HMV 8x8, Ashok Leyland has recently won orders of over 450 vehicles from Indian Army.

The Rhino 4x4 is a highly improved logistics vehicle offering greater crew comfort and easy drivability. It has a higher power to weight ratio and grade ability. It has increased payload, ground clearance and step climbing capability. It has ABS, CTIS, reduced turning circle diameter, provision for HVAC and many more exciting features. A must have for Army looking to modernize and enhance its capability.

The Ambulance 4x4 is air conditioned and has double walled insulated body to maintain temperature inside. It is appointed with equipment meeting Advanced Life Support standards. The rear air suspen-

Ashok Leyland’s Field Artillery Tractor (FAT) 6x6

VISIT AT 5.2.10 sion reduces shocks to casualties during transportation. The Ambulance instills confidence by providing enhanced medical support in the immediate hours of sustaining injuries. Ashok Leyland recently won an Indian Army order for 825 nos in 4x4 & 4x2 configurations.

Ashok Leyland is always in the forefront in perceiving Army’s needs and rendering viable solutions. Consequently, besides Rhino 4X4 logistics vehicle, Truck Driving Simulator for Stallion 4x4 has been showcased. Army vehicles ply on challenging terrain like snow covered roads and undulating sand dunes. The company has co-developed the simulator with SAAB to reduce training costs and provide situational train-

ing in a secure environment.

All types of terrain, weather conditions in India including fog, rain, snow, highway, and city traffic are simulated on a full scale replica of the driver’s compartment making it realistic. The self-learning package renders a detailed review at the end of individual training session to improve driving proficiency. Multiple simulators can be integrated for group movement training like moving in a convoy.

In aggregate, Ashok Leyland vehicles are available from 4x4 to 10x10 configurations for applications like Troop Carriers, Mine Protected Vehicles, Field Artillery Tractor, Tank Transporter to platforms for Weapons systems like Multi Barrel Rocket Launcher, Mounted Gun System, UAV launcher and Command Post, Electronics Warfare Systems, Bridge Launcher and more.

The Defence exports portfolio grew with Left Hand Drive Stallion vehicles powered by 230HP BS III driveline in 4x4 & 6x6 configurations, Fully

Built Vehicles and 165kW MPV kits.

Ashok Leyland vehicles entered United Nations Peace Keeping Force fleets at Mali and South Sudan.

Company has contracts with UNOPS, Tanzania, Kenya and Nigeria. With channel partners in Nigeria, 700 vehicles Stallion 4x4 (LHD) are being assembled.

Integration with Global Weapon Systems Suppliers Ashok Leyland and SAAB have an agreement to deliver High Mobility Vehicles for SAAB’s BAMSE Short Range Surface to Air Missile (SRSAM) system. All sub-units of BAMSE SRSAM will be integrated with Super Stallion 8x8 capable of operating in all weather and terrain conditions.

The company has provided a Super Stallion 6x6/ 8x8 High Mobility Vehicle for Nexter Systems’ Caesar Gun-Howitzer (155mm/52-calibre) for the Mounted Gun System for Indian Army.

Similar relationships underscore Ashok Leyland’s commitment to provide the Indian Army with the best available technology for logistics and tactical solutions. Truly, the trusted mobility partner for India’s Defence forces.

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VISIT AT 5.2.7 iXBlue is a leading global provider of innovative solutions and services for navigation, positioning, and imaging. Civil and defense customers rely on our systems, operations, and services for the challenges they face at sea, on land, in the air or in space.

We are recognised for our pioneering work on the development of ultimate performance fiberoptic gyro-scopes (FOG), acoustic and sonar signal processing, and inertial-acoustic sensor data fusion. In all of these areas, we work to ensure that our products provide high accuracy, unrivalled performance and unsurpassed reliability. iXBlue is heavily involved in

various projects and programmes in India, ranging from provision of products to transfer of knowledge and skills to the local industry.

We have plans to continue this in the long run. iXBlue is setting up local repair facilities as part of the strategy to create a strong presence in India. iXBlue's offerings encompass inertial navigation systems, photonic components and modules, acoustic positioning and sonar solutions, imaging systems, motion simulators, and stabilised platforms.

Our solutions are used in challenging applications,

CENTUM ELECTRONICS C entum’s Strategic Electronic Products division, designs and develops customised electronic systems and modules for A&D and Space applications.

Their design engineers specialise in analog, digital, RF, Power and mechanical domains work together in multidisciplinary teams to realise complex products.

These include guidance systems for Missiles, High Power RF Amplifiers and Transmitters for radars, ELINT system for Electronic warfare, Power subsys-

tems and electro-optic sensors, digital systems for satellites & aircrafts, communication modules for military radios and many more.

The Centum EMS division offers a wide-range of manufacturing and product life-cycle services enabling customers to supply competitive products to end users. These include Electronic warfare suites, Engine control, cockpit, Radar electronics for aerospace applications, RF & seeker subsystems for missiles, power systems products, process automation products, measurement systems for power generation, oil & gas and other large industrial applications as well as

including offshore construction and dredging, geophysics and hydrography, ocean science, maritime vessels and yachting, fishing, naval and land defense, land and air survey, optical communications and instrumentation, as well as aerospace. iXBlue also differentiates itself through full value chain expertise and vertical integration, easy-to-use versatile products, professional services, customer care, and long-term partnerships.

VISIT AT 3.2.1A Honeywell invents and manufactures technologies to address some of the world’s toughest challenges initiated by revolutionary macrotrends in science, technology and society

— Maarten Van Beelen, Area Sales Manager - India, Middle East & South Africa

VISIT AT 3.1.16 control and power subsystems for MRI and X-ray imaging equipment. The manufacturing services are 100 per cent exported and also serves international defence customers like Thales, Rafael, L3, Rockwell Collins under the Indian offset policy. Centum Frequency Products division, a joint venture with Rakon, a world leader in Frequency-Controlled Products, is engaged in the design and manufacture of highly stable crystal oscillators including OCXOs, VCXOs and TCXOs. Centum Rakon has grown to be one of the largest OCXO companies in the world, serving all the major telecom OEMs.

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he next-generation CTS800 turboshaft family of engines was developed by the Light Helicopter Turbine Engine Company (LHTEC), a 50:50 partnership between Rolls-Royce and Honeywell.

The highly reliable and maintainable CTS800 principal engine design was originally developed to power the US Army's Boeing Sikorsky RAH-66 Comanche helicopter.

The CTS800 engine features a modular

design with dual shafts, two-stage centrifugal compressor, annular combustor, two-stage HP and two-stage power turbine.

All models are equipped with an inlet particle separator module. Many applications require the incorporation of an output speed reduction gearbox (RGB).

All models are controlled by an advanced, highlyredundant, dual channel full authority digital engine control (FADEC) system.

Your early-warning advantage on any dangerous ground.

When a perimeter breach could have costly consequences, you choose your sentries wisely. The Patrol Persistent Surveillance System from Rockwell Collins guards any boundary with unattended, all-weather ground sensors. Ultrasensitive to movement and sound, the sensors are part of an integrated system that also provides real-time video surveillance. Know what’s happening at the moment a trigger event occurs.

Senses movement, ground vibrations, aircraft, speech and more Perimeter detection ranges 10 km (6.2 miles) or more Scalable to any size perimeter or facility

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MICROFLOWN

VISIT AT 10.4.5 (darkness, fog, dust) and also works under adverse weather conditions (heavy rain).

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icroflown AVISA being showcased at Defexpo 2016, is based on the revolutionary Acoustic Multi-Mission Sensor (AMMS) which can be used to detect, locate and (where applicable) track three sorts of audible threats on the battlefield: • Small Arms Fire (SAF) • RPG’s

• Rockets, artillery and mortars (RAM) • UAVs and helicopters Enabler is the Microflown, the world’s first and only acoustic sensor that measures acoustic particle velocity instead of the well-known sound pressure. An AMMS is passive, cannot be jammed, requires no line of sight

As the AMMS is low Size, Weight and Power, it has been fielded on various platforms: unattended ground sensor, vehicles, helicopters and multicopters.

The related products/ systems which Microflown AVISA will be showcasing are : 1) Ground Based Acoustic Multi-Mission Sensor (AMMS) 2) Compound Protection Systems 3) Vehicle Based Gunshot Localisation system (V-AMMS) 4) Clip – On Acoustic Pointed for mini UAVs

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ONTROP Precision Technologies Ltd. – a world leader in EO/IR defense and homeland security solutions – announces it has recently shipped its 2000th STAMP Dual Sensor Day/Night Stabilised Payload.

Ideal for small UAS (Unmanned Aerial System), VTOL (Vertical Take-Off and Landing) Systems and aircraft, the STAMP is operational in dozens of locations

around the world.

According to VP Marketing, Mr. Johnny Carni, "We are excited to celebrate the shipping of the 2000th STAMP system to an extremely satisfied customer. Throughout the years, the STAMP family has gone through modifications and enhancement procedures that

have kept it in its position as a market leader. Technologywise, this is the only small camera payload in the world to incorporate 3 gimbals, which allows for an unprecedented stabilized picture when looking both horizontally and vertically.

This high level of stabilization is critical, particularly when using an uncooled thermal camera with a zoom lens, in order to provide the user with a clear and detailed image. With the STAMP, we have basically taken the most high-end technology in Electro-Optics and miniaturized it to fit even the smallest of platforms."

The STAMP is a family of gyro-stabilized payloads especially designed for day and night tactical over-the-hill reconnaissance missions. Lightweight yet ruggedised, the STAMP provides precise geolocation and can withstand highshock landings. With low power consumption, the STAMP incorporates only one LRU and provides the most cost-effective

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solution of its type.

Carni goes on to say that, "CONTROP's STAMP line of EO/ IR systems is in daily operational use in dozens of different locations and applications worldwide, and receives high praises from its users. We have plans to expand the line with new systems to fill up operational gaps and will hopefully be announcing a new STAMP system during 2016 ".

The STAMP Family includesthesuper lightweight newcomer-MICRO-STAMP – a 300 gram gyro-stabilized payload thatprovides a dual(2) FOVUncooled IR camera and a Day Camerawith a Continuous Zoom Lens; the M-STAMP, a1.3 kggyro-stabilised Multi Sensor Payload with anUncooled IR Camera with a Continuous Optical Zoom Lens, a Day Camera and a Laser Pointer; and the T-STAMP, a triple sensor gyro-stabilized EO/IR payload which includes a Cooled IR Camera with a Continuous Zoom Lens up to three degrees in the NFOV, a Day Camera and an optional Laser Pointer all in a compact and versatile 3.3 kg payload.

‘MIDHANI TO BUILD INDIGENOUS SUBMARINES’ DR D K LIKHI, CMD, Mishra Dhatu Nigam Limited on the kind of innovative work being done by the organisation and the efforts that are being put in for the 'Make in India' initiative in defence manufacturing of armour panels with better You have developed some critiperformance. The weight has cal component for Jaguar fightbeen reduced by around 40 er. Can you share details about per cent. In addition, the fuel this? efficiency increased, augmentMidhani has developed a host ed service ceiling & enhanced of alloys including Titanium maximum speed. alloy, Titan 26A (equivalent Total 30 sets of composite to IMI 685) forged bar feedarmour panels were supplied stock for compressor disc of to Indian Air Force and fitted Adour engine, powering Jagin Mi-17 helicopuar aircraft. Feedters with in cost, stock manufacturtime & scope of the ing process is type project thus meetcertified by airworing the requirethiness agencies. ment of Indian Air Presently Midhani is Force. Presently, executing developMidhani is gearment & supply order ing up to provide for Titan 26A comarmour solutions pressor disc with for land systems, upfront technology DR D K LIKHI air systems & naval of isothermal closed systems. die forging. They The Raksha Mantri Award are used as welded compresfor creativity and innovation sor drum operating at 450°C. was received for the efforts Development of the alloy is made by MIDHANI for makcritically dependent on use of ing light weight, high perforhigh purity raw material like mance Armour Panels for MiTitanium sponge, Aluminum 17 Helicopters. granules , Zirconium sponge.

To achieve high level of metalTell us about your MoU with Hinlurgical cleanliness, the alloy dustan Shipyard Limited (HSL)? is triple melted under vacuMishra Dhatu Nigam Limum. Isothermal forging generited (Midhani) along with ates uniform creep and fatigue Bharat Heavy Electricals Limproperties on the disc. ited (BHEL) and Hindustan Shipyard Limited (HSL) have You have recently received an joined hands to form a consoraward from Defence Minister, tium for building submarines Manohar Parrikar for creativity indigenously.

The Consorand innovation. Can you elabotium will be participating in rate for what innovative work tender for project P75i. The you were awarded for?

RFP for P75i is yet to be isMi-17 helicopters are used sued by Ministry of Defence. for different operations and The consortium will make efexercises by Indian Air Force forts to convince the Ministry and are equipped with steel of Defence as a prospective armour. Technology was developed along with DMRL (Debidder for the proposed P-75 fence Metallurgical Research (I) project of the Indian Navy Laboratory) with an objecfor building six submarines at tive of reducing the weight an Indian shipyard.

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Elno is a state-of-the-art in the design and manufacture of communication systems for severe environment alongside many armed and mainland security forces in the world HPH700 Helicopter Pilot Helmet HPH700 provides the highest level of comfort, protection and communications which is required by the helicopter’s crew.2 integrated visors • Smart plug & play NVG system • NVG wiring integrated in the helmet • Wide field of view • Optimised center of gravity • High level of passive protection

ELIPS Full Digital IP Intercom for armoured vehicles ELIPS is ideal for all configurations ranging from simple to highly complex. It can be used to equip all wheeled or tracked vehicles for command, reconnaissance, support or troop transport missions.

• Distributed intelligence IP control unit: no master/slave configuration, no central server • Voice over IP compatible • Power over Ethernet link (PoE) • High reliability and limited maintenance cost • Full configuration through integrated web server, control through webpage • Compatible with mounted/dismounted systems

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DSM DYNEEMA Dyneema Force Multiplier Technology Dyneema Force Multiplier Technology addresses all three of the market’s needs, including exceptional performance, trauma protection and flexibility, without any compromises in comfort, agility, payload or function.

Products made with Dyneema Force Multiplier Technology are excellent for developing soft and hard ballistic protection applications such as vests, inserts and helmets for personal protection. Depending on the threat level, Dyneema Force Multiplier Technology can reduce the weight of body armor by up to 30 percent without sacrificing ballistic protection, while enhancing comfort and agility with fewer layers of material and increased flexibility.

Used in helmets, Dyneema Force Multiplier Technology enables designs protecting against 9mm FMJ handgun ammunition and fragments to weigh as light as about 1 kg.

Products made with Dyneema Force Multiplier Technology are also used for designing composite armour used in air, land and

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sea vehicles, enabling the introduction of much lighter and thinner armor concepts with enhanced ballistic protection levels. Depending on the protection level, armor made with Dyneema Force Multiplier Technology offers weight reductions of up to 50 per cent compared to glass and aramid armor concepts, and up to 90% compared to full steel vehicle armor standalone concepts — without sacrificing ballistic protection.

Lighter and thinner armor gives vehicles better operational performance, greater range, agility and lower operation costs thanks to improved fuel.

RAFAEL Protector®USV – the only operational unmanned naval vessel, operational with several navies around the world

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ith naval challenges on the rise and an increasing threat of terror attacks aimed at both military and civilian targets, Rafael offers PROTECTOR USV - an unmanned integrated naval system for Intelligence, Surveillance, Target Acquisition and Reconnaissance (ISTAR).

The PROTECTOR USV is fitted with a comprehensive sensor suite and can accommodate a variety of mission modules.

The Toplite Electro-optical director and a radar system provide day/night detection, identification and tracking of targets. Toplite subsystems include a third-generation Forward-Looking Infra-Red (FLIR) sensor, color Charge-Coupled Device (CCD) camera an eye-safe laser rangefinder (LRF), and an advanced correlation tracker. The PROTECTOR USV is available in both 9m and 11m configurations.

The Anti Terror/Force Protection payload includes the Toplite Electro-Optical Director (EOD), Mini-Typhoon Stabilised Weapon

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Station, a Water Cannon System and auxiliary sensors. The Mini-Typhoon is a stabilized gun mount that is highly accurate and includes fire control capabilities, yielding excellent shooting accuracy. The Water Cannon system provides less-lethal engagement at close range as well as firefighting capabilities.

PROTECTOR is operated from a Control Station. The Control Station includes two control consoles, one for the USV commander and one for the Payload Systems operator. The Control Station receives, via communications links, all the system data, video imagery and audio required to effectively build a situational awareness picture and operate the system. The system can be easily incorporated in a wider defense array via a standard interface to an external C4I system.

Based on a highly maneuverable platform the USV has excellent maneuvering capabilities. The platform has water jet propulsion systems powered by diesel engines.

The platform systems include control over propulsion, maneuvering, and navigation.

The PROTECTOR's core element is an advanced control system, which interfaces with all of the PROTECTOR's sub-systems and provides a remote operator with the ability to plan, prioritize and execute naval missions by day and night, under adverse weather conditions, without exposure to risk.

The PROTECTOR's modular design enables the Customer to select those sub-systems that will best meet his own particular operational requirements.

When mounting effectors, the PROTECTOR can effectively close the fire circle for an all-round 'sensor-to-shooter' solution.

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SOLDIER OUT OF HARMS WAY

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anomotion Ltd designs and manufacturers piezo motors and motion modules designed to optimize SWaP (Size, Weight, and Power) for meeting the most demanding applications in defense optronics. Our modules are designed into large payloads for shutter & filter changer requirements, utilized on thermal weapon sights, incorporated into hand-held target acquisition devices and a host of other applications.

In addition to SWaP, our systems operate silently and meet the environmental/temperature requirements of defense products.

As our products are used to motorize /automate functions that were previously uncontrollable, our efforts are to take the "Soldier Out of Harms Way" by giving them the tools to function more effectively. Nanomotion is currently supporting several programs in India, on the development of new devices that can benefit from the functionality of our products. We will continue to look for mutual R&D developments in India that can yield product solutions that will benefit the Indian defense market.

UNITED SHIPBUILDING CORPORATION PROMOTES RUSSIAN SHIPBUILDING POTENTIAL

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he Corporation is promoting products of its subsidiaries represented by warships and conventional submarines of different classes.

The USC delegation headed by the President of the Corporation includes specialists from 14 naval enterprises and design bureaus, subsidiaries ofthe Corporation.

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Specialists from the USC enterprises and design bureaus would be discussing with their Indian counterparts, MOD, Navy and major state-owned and private shipyards current issues about the on-going contracts and explore prospective projects.

Positions of the USC naval brands in the Indian market are traditionally strong. The exposition presents several warship projects that have already demonstrated their effectiveness in real combat conditions with the Russian Navy. The display by the USC enterprises, has: • Amur 1650 non-nuclear submarine with air independent propulsion plant; • Project 636 large dieselelectric submarine; • Project 11711E large landing ship; • Project 22356 multipurpose

frigate; • Project 22500 patrol ship; • Project 21301 salvage vessel; • Project 12701 coastal mine countermeasures vessel; • Project 10750E minesweeper; • Small coastal submarines Piranha and Pirahna-T; • Project 22160 patrol ship.

Under the “Make in India” initiative, various areas of cooperation, will have construction of Russian-designed vessels in Indian shipyards and integration of Indian and foreign-made equipment and systems. Russia’s experience in building aircraft-carrying ships is highly needed for designing and equipping an Indian-built aircraft carrier. The Rosoboronexport State Corporation and Russian design bureaus render assistance to the Indian Navy in designing and equipping Project 15A/15B destroyers and Project 17 frigates.

The USC integrated exposition at the Defexpo India 2016 presents products of leading Russian shipbuilding enterprises, namely: Sevmash Production Association, Admiralty Shipyards, Baltic Shipyard, Severnaya Shipyard, Yantar Shipyard, Zvezdochka Ship Repair Centre, SredneNevsky Shipbuilding Plant, Proletarsky Plant, and design bureaus, such as: Rubin Central Design Bureau of Marine Technologies, Malachite SaintPetersburg Marine Design Bureau, Almaz Central Marine Design Bureau as well as Severnoye, Zelenodolskoye and Nevskoye Project Design Bureaus.

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von Protection’s argus thermal imaging cameras have been used by the Indian Navy for over 20 years.

Our P Type and TT Type cameras are also in use withIndian security, law enforcement and border patrol agencies forperimeter surveillance and potential threat identification.

Field proven, our cameras deliver reliable detection, identification and recognition thermal imagery, are light enough to be carried on routine patrol and versatile enough

to be used to save lives across the spectrum of operations.

The argus P Type camera is ideal for security patrols at high value locations such as airports and airbases, oil refineries and mining operations, critical national infrastructure, nuclear, military and intelligence facilities. The camera can assist patrols in rapidly detecting potential threats, identifying the nature of the threat and supporting interdiction operations through the capture of high quality images.

The TT camera is ideal for supporting anti-smuggling operations and vehicle check points. The camera’s dynamic range of thermal detection, identification and recognition software enables the operator to rapidly identify changes in heat signatures, such as from hidden cavities, changes in materials or concealed individuals. When used as an aide to search, the TT may be used to identify concealed devices, hidden weapons or suspicious activity.

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yient Foundation, the corporate social responsibility (CSR) arm of Cyient, takes education, skills development, and employability very seriously. In September 2014, the Cyient Foundation launched a skills development program to train over 3,500 students from 19 tier-2 engineering colleges.

With the long term vision of enhancing the employability of engineering students and creating a pool of quality talent, the pioneering project also aims to make Hyderabad an attractive destination with a ready to use talent pool.

Cyient Foundation has also set up digital libraries and National Digital Literacy Mission (NDLM) centers. The Centers aim to empower neighborhood communities with digital literacy, and facilitate use of digitally-enabled citizen services. These digitally literate citizens will be able to participate actively in the government’s “Digital India” initiative. Engaging primarily with youth and women, the Foundation’s NDLM centers help to generate social, cultural and economic advantages for

tion, the defense under-served comindustry should munities. As part of graduate to Buildthe program, comto-Spec projects. munity members are Acknowledging the being trained to opimportance of makerate computers or ing-in-India, the digital access devices Ministry of Defence (such as tablets), has announced and use the Internet introducing in its to search for inforKRISHNA BODANAPU 2016 Defence Promation, send/receive curement Proceemails and access various e-governance services. dure (DPP) a new procurement Training modules have been category—Indigenous Design developed by the NASSCOM Development & Manufacturing Foundation, covering content (IDDM).

Cyient has been designing on health, education, literacy solutions for the global majors and livelihood.

India has a robust defense in the aerospace and defence manufacturing sector, creat- sector for 15+ years, and reing jobs and helping to reduce search and development (R&D) imports in the short term. It is in the DNA of the company. is essential that we develop We are also working with self-reliance in the long term, the International Advanced and this will require building Research Centre for Powder design capabilities and under- Metallurgy & New Materials taking upgrades. The ‘know (ARCI, under the Department why’ is more important than of Science & Technology, of the the ‘know how’, particularly government of India), and are in the case of defense electron- proposing to support India’s ics, where the life of technol- R&D initiative in the areas of ogy tends to be less than five additive manufacturing. years. Instead of remaining — Krishna Bodanapu, MD, satisfied with Build-to-Print Cyient Limited capabilities or licensed produc-

DOK-ING

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DOK-ING is a 100 per cent privately owned Croatian company, established in the late 1991 and registered for the production of robotized and special purposes systems and equipment MVF- 5 The MVF-5 is the unique multifunctional robotic firefighting system developed to extinguish fires in life threatening conditions and inaccessible areas.

The system is operated from a safe distance by using remote-control technology. The MVF-5 extends the reach of fire fighters as to protect high risk industrial facilities and other dangerous environments.

Multifunctional Remote Controlled Robotic System – CBRNe and Counter Terrorism, Crisis Management tool.

The system exceeds human limitations providing the “ears, eyes and power“ as a crisis mitigation tool in the follow-

Key capabilities are: Reconnaissance, Scene observation, object tracking, initial medical assessment, Firefighting, Hazard disposal, Removal of hazards, Image transfer, Resource hauling.

ing areas: Flammable materials Warehouses, Military depots, Anti-riot and Counter terrorism applications, Oil refineries and terminals, Petrochemical plants, Chemical plants and warehouses, Power plants

MV-4 Multifunctional remotely operated system – Risk Mitigation and Combat Engineering  Designed and constructed for safe demining, today one of the best Dozer blade tool, Gripper tool, Rear world renowned robotic demining forklift, Rear shovel, Robotic arm system  Extended functions – combat engi Multifunctional tool attachments neering system, land mine clearsuch as; Flail tool (standard one), ance, vegetation clearance, removal Tiller tool, Segmented roller tool, of IED, risk maangement.

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US-2: A FORCE MULTIPLIER

he Indian Navy is no stranger to amphibian aircraft. Naval aviation, which formally took birth at Kochi on May 11, 1953, operated the Shorts Sealand amphibian aircraft, as its first Indian Naval Aircraft. However, the capability of operating such aircraft was lost only in the 1960s when the Indian Navy inducted conventional aircraft. With the advent of modern technology in amphibian aircraft, it is only natural that the Indian Navy has now sought to re-acquire this unique capability, to truly realise its ‘Blue Water’ capability.

Amphibian aircraft combine the capabilities of rapid surveillance and prompt response, whether for relief or arrest or intervention, in a single platform.

No other aerial or surface platform has such capability. Unlike helicopters and aircraft, amphibian aircraft can land at the location and enforce both the will and the law of the nation and thus are a platform of choice for military transportation, benign and constabulary missions of navies and possibly the Coast Guard for constabulary functions. Unlike ships, amphibian aircraft can reach the location far faster than ships can thereby preventing destruction or dumping of contraband/evidence or escalation of a precipitous incident at sea. This includes the ability of even shore based military and political authorities to undertake a first hand evaluation of a situation at sea which may have international ramifications if left to escalate without control.

The operational profile of an amphibian aircraft comprise a land/lake/river based launch with full cargo and personnel commensurate with the mission at hand, rapid transit to the target area mid-ocean or close ashore/inland water body, surveillance, data gathering and analysis during a stand-off ultra low level and low speed loiter, alighting on the water for executing the maritime mission and then either transit to another destination or return to the parent launch facility.

However, not all amphibian aircraft are suited for modern maritime missions. For mission effectiveness, the main parameters of performance evaluation would be rough sea operations, range, payload, STOL capabilities, shallow water operations and beaching ability. Of these, rough sea operations are paramount for India. According to a study only about 60 per cent of all waves are below 1.2m in height, but 96 per cent of all waves likely to be encountered are below 3m in height. Amphibian aircraft must, therefore,

by design, have full operational capability to undertake maritime missions in wave heights of 3m as a norm. The range must be adequate to conduct missions in the Malacca Straits on the eastern seaboard and the Gulf of Aden on the western seaboard including an ability to reach the island nations in the region should the need arise. For disaster relief operations, the amphibian must have a capacity for onboard first aid, a sick bay for at least ten patients and commensurate rescue gear. STOL features and shallow water operations must permit landing in busy waterways, possible riverine/high altitude lake operations as well as in open oceans. Low stalling speed would enable better observation of the target area to search for casualties swept away in cyclones or tsunamis.

Passenger capacity should be sufficient to carry one platoon of rescue personnel together with disaster relief material. In addition, amphibian aircraft should also be able to land in rivers and lakes of distant parts of the country and on short runways to support the local population.

As a total force level, the aggregate transportation capability of the amphibian squadron should be to be able to put ashore one battalion of army personnel in one tranche to make a mission truly successful. These missions would require about 15-18 amphibian aircraft after accounting for maintenance and strike off reserves.

The US-2 meets and in many cases exceeds these operational requirements. With an ability to operate in sea state 5, landing-take off distances at about 300m, transit speeds in excess of 550 kmph and a range of 4500 km, there is no other aircraft in its class. Combined with the world’s only Boundary Layer Control (BLC) system on a cargo and transport aircraft, spray suppression features, marinised AE 2100 engines, glass cockpits, pressurised cabins and highly sophisticated surveillance and communication suite the US-2 stands out as a product of renowned Japanese technology.

The US-2 has proven credentials of successful operations in open sea condition up to sea state 5 with wave heights of 4m and a wind velocity of about 40 km at a distance of about 1200 km from mainland Japan.

The large payload and high transit speeds permit the positioning of security personnel in a state seized with internal disruptions should such intervention be invited in India. In the past, India has provided such stabilisation forces and amphibian aircraft supplements this capability manifold. Rapid and precision induction and de-

induction of troops along undefended coastlines for covert/ diplomatic or force projection operations is one example.

Today, amphibian aircraft are capable of a variety of missions. Under Article 98 of the United Nations Conventions on the Law of the Seas (UNCLOS), “Every coastal State shall promote the establishment, operation and maintenance of an adequate and effective search and rescue service regarding safety on and over the sea and, where circumstances so require, by way of mutual regional arrangements cooperate with neighbouring States for this purpose.”

Amphibian aircraft can provide safety to mariners and thus fit this purpose completely.

Amphibian aircraft can be very useful in conducting antipiracy missions and efficient, effective and economic constabulary operations for safe and secure seas. Once the deterrence value of amphibian aircraft is clearly established by conducting a few successful operations that bring culprits to book, seas will become far more secure in the future and at lesser operating cost.

Of particular relevance to the Indian Navy, and in fact all navies that operate Long Range Maritime Patrol Aircraft (LRMR) – such as the P8I of the Indian Navy and AWACS aircraft of the IAF or deck based MiG-29K, or shore based maritime interdiction aircraft such as the MiG-29 or Su-30 or the Jaguar – amphibian aircraft is the most suitable aircraft that can conduct a near all-weather high speed rescue operation for the entire crew of a ditched aircraft. The aircraft is more easily replaceable than its highly trained aircrew. The rescue of a crew is faster and surer with amphibian aircraft than using ships or even helicopters. Such an assurance of recovery at sea builds huge confidence and markedly improves operational performance of the aircrew – capability that does not exist as of now. The same could also be true in case of submarines and ships in distress or damaged at sea. In the latest accidents involving. An aircraft like US-2 has the ability to fly low and fly slow with excellent endurance and unique capability to land on water. These capabilities along with a modern surveillance-cum-weather Radar and various sensor suites make US-2 an ideal long range SAR platform – a capability gap that clearly exists in the Indian Armed Forces aviation inventory as of now.

From a strategic perspective, India must not only be able to address its own immediate security needs and defeat the enemies of the state but must also be able

to contribute in the safety, security and stability in its area of interest and influence. In the maritime arena this power status contributes to burden sharing towards protection of global public goods and the oceanic commons to achieve firstly, freedom of navigation and safety at sea; secondly, promote regional stability through an open and participative security architecture; thirdly, proactively alleviate suffering during disasters in the littorals of friendly nations: and, finally a constabulary capacity to maintain order at sea for the common good of the region.

Development of such amphibian capabilities and induction of the appropriate enabling systems signal a firm regional commitment towards maintaining regional stability and maritime security and safety but is also an affirmation of delivering on the natural responsibilities that come with great power status.

A partnership with Japan for the production of the US-2 is not without significance to neighbouring countries that have formed production agreements with third countries inimical to Indian interests. These objectives are achieved by the induction of the US-2 aircraft. In the future once the Japanese policies on arms export controls are further liberalized, India will have first mover advantage and possibly many other defence goods such as the trainer aircraft, reconnaissance and surveillance helicopters, etc. may also begin to be sourced from Japan and built in India.

As per the fact sheet circulated by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Japan, the US-2 collaboration seeks to concurrently advance the aeronautics industry including the final assembly and manufacture of the US-2, its maintenance, repair and overhaul and parts manufacturing in India. The US-2, will also be permitted to be exported to third countries under mutual agreement. It is evident that the collaboration on the US-2, between India and Japan, is at the international level of immense diplomatic and strategic import, whilst at the domestic level the downstream benefits are across the military, technological, economic and social sectors. From a technology perspective the final assembly, integration and delivery of the aircraft from a manufacturing facility in India will leap frog India to amongst the few nations in the world with the ability to build sophisticated amphibian aircraft. One offshoot of this technology induction would be the ability to design and build the next generation amphibian aircraft to provide a civil use platform that would link the island territories

directly with the mainland without recourse to runways which damage the sensitive ecology of the islands. This would open up tourism trade and rapidly develop these off-lying islands. The US-2 induction has the potential to partner with National Aeronautics Laboratory in the design and production of the Regional Transport Aircraft which could well be amphibian catering to not only internal routes but also exclusive and difficult to access island resorts across the globe from a variety of destinations across the world. This is the first time ever that any country has offered to develop an aeronautics industry in the private sector in India through a well targeted partnership and therefore, the US-2 collaboration programme is completely aligned with Prime Minister Modi’s ‘Make in India for the world’ initiative.

From an economic perspective the Japanese offer to manufacture the US-2 in India in the private sector, will build the aeronautics supply chain and create a cluster of high technology SMEs servicing not only the US-2 but also global aircraft and helicopter manufacturing companies quite like the Suzuki model which galvanized the automobile industry in India. The potential for export of the US-2 aircraft to third countries under mutual agreement between India and Japan as well as the supply of sophisticated aero structures to global aircraft manufacturers can open a multi-billion dollar market. This would offset the defence import bill to some extent.

In addition, while the amphibious aircraft is a force multiplier for maritime forces, the time has come when India needs to carry out a serious study towards the relevance of ‘flying boats’ in easing the ever increasing demand of civil air traffic in the near future. The opportunities are many but options are limited.

Civil operations of a credible amphibian platform designed to suit the Indian market could surely be one solution. Of course, key operational parameters such as Very Short Take Off and Landing ability, high sea state operations, good payload, long range and high speed flight is a necessity for successful operations.

From a social perspective the US-2 induction would open the manufacturing sector with much needed high skill jobs. It is learnt that Japan has also offered to train Indian technicians in Japan in aeronautics and avionics.

The operational, technological, economic and social benefits of this Japan-India collaboration on the US-2 are indeed a force multiplier for India and its Armed Forces.

Cmde Sujeet Samaddar, NM (Retd)

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ROCKWELL COLLINS GETS CONTRACT FROM ECIL

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ockwell Collins has received a contract from the Electronics Corporation of India Ltd (ECIL) to supply communication and navigation components for radios being indigenously manufactured

by ECIL for the Indian defence forces.

These components supplied by Rockwell Collins are used for integration into digital V/UHF radio, an IP-enabled state-of-the-art transreceiver for ship to ship, ship to shore and ground to air communications.

“The recent award is part of a long-term agreement signed with ECIL in 2010. To

date, Rockwell Collins has delivered more than 1,000 units to ECIL,” said Sunil Raina, Managing Director, India, for Rockwell Collins.

Rockwell Collins is a pioneer in the development and deployment of innovative aviation and high-integrity soultions for both commercial and government applications. The company’s expertise in flight deck avionics, cabin electronics, mission communications, simulation and training, and information management is delivered by a global workforce, and a service and support network that crosses more than 150 countries.

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ata motors signed an additional order for the supply of 619 units, of its high-mobility (HMV) 6X6 multi-axle truck, from the Indian Army. Being built with a material handling crane, the Tata 6X6 HMV is meant for the loading-unloading and transportation of ammunition pallets, spares and other operational equipment.

Ministry of Defence DPP (Defence Procurement Procedure).

Vernon Noronha, Vice President, Defence and Government Business, Tata Motors Limited said, “With this contract we are proud to have received an additional order for 619 units, of our indigenously developed Tata 6 X 6 high-mobility vehicle, hav-

RELIANCE DEFENCE JV WITH RAFAEL

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n one of the biggest Joint Ventures (JV) between an Indian company with any Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM), Reliance Defence Ltd, and Rafael Advanced Defence Systems Ltd will set up a JV company in India in the highly specialised areas of Air to Air Missiles, Air Defence Systems and Large Aerostats. The JV will provide a big thrust into the field of indigenous production and development of High Precision and state-of-the-art Weapon Systems in India. The strategic partnership will mark Reliance Defence’s entry in the complex field of Air to Air Missiles and Air Defence Systems manufacturing in India.

The JV will have 51 per cent holding from Reliance Defence and 49 per cent by Rafael. The JV company will be located at Pithampur in MP and will generate more than 3000 highly skilled jobs. The project will have an initial capital outlay of more than `1,300 crore, without including the cost of technology. Based on the current requirements, the joint venture company will address multiple programmes valued at more than `65,000 crore over next ten years.

thyssenKrupp keen to take part in P-75(I) project thyssenKrupp Marine Systems is making a strong presence at the Defexpo, where visitors can experience an interactive display of a wide range of submarines, missile systems and naval surface ships from the company, which is one of the leading European system providers for non-nuclear submarines and high-end naval vessels.

The HDW Class 214 submarine, HDW Class 209/1500 submarine, HDW Fuel cell system with reformer technology, IDAS Launching Container and Blohm+Voss MEKO A-200 SAN frigate are among those on exhibition at the thyssenKrupp Marine Systems booth in Hall Number 9.

For more than a quarter of a century, the Indian Navy has been operating four HDW Class 209/1500 submarines, locally known as the ‘Shishumar’ class.

The after-sales service provider, Marine Logistik GmbH (MARLOG – today, a fully integrated activity of thyssenKrupp Marine Systems) has been a partner to the Indian Navy for more than two decades, delivering

spare parts for the Shishumar class. In addition, thyssenKrupp Marine Systems is in discussions with the Indian Navy to support the upgrade of two of these vessels through integration of the latest weapons and sensors, including HARPOON anti-ship missiles.

The Defence Ministry is expected to issue the P-75(I) RFP for which thyssenKrupp Marine Systems plans to offer the HDW Class 214 submarine, which combines best-in-class underwater endurance and diving depth. Besides its highly regarded anti-surface and antisubmarine operations, intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance capabilities, the HDW Class 214’s proven fuel cellbased Air Independent Propulsion system is the best available in the market and offers exceptional operational advantages to the Indian Navy. For projects such as P-75(I), thyssenKrupp Marine Systems is looking forward to partner with Indian companies to bring the most advanced technologies that are available currently in the world.

Esterline displays its acoustics products nternational aerospace and defence company Esterline is displaying its products at Goa. With facilities in Bangalore, Coimbatore and IDelhi, Esterline supports the ‘Make in India’ programme with direct

investments.

With its Codis and Racal Acoustics brands, Esterline has specific capabilities in rugged visualisation technologies and high-reliability communications that can support the Battlefield Management System (BMS) and Futuristic Infantry Combat Vehicle (FICV) programs of the Indian Ministry of Defence (MoD).

THALES AND BTSL TO DEVELOP PHAROS

T This is in addition to an earlier order given to Tata Motors for 1239 units of its 6X6 High Mobility Vehicles, and is the single largest order awarded to an Indian private OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturers) in land systems by the Indian army, under the Indian

ing cleared rigorous trials and successfully competed against products from rival bidders, from top European and global defence companies, underlining the stringent requirements of the Indian army, and the global standards of our defence offerings.”

Photos in this issue of Geopolitics by: H C Tiwari, Hemant Rawat, Ministry of Defence and PIB

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IDDM will be game-changer

ndian and foreign industry believe the new category, Indigenously Designed Developed & Manufactured (IDDM), will be a game-changer for the future, leading to real participation of domestic companies. This category is expected to bring significant in-

vestments in R&D and will ensure that the scientific talent in India is engaged in developing cuttingedge technologies in defence.

These findings are part of the PwC-ASSOCHAM Report – Make in India: Achieving self-reliance in defence production — released

hales and BEL-Thales Systems Limited (BTSL), the JV between Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL) and Thales, have signed a partnership agreement for the joint development of the Pharos: a fire control radar for both gun and missile systems.

Pharos provides defence against small, fast moving and highly manoeuvrable air and surface targets. The multiple target tracker is capable of simultaneously controlling — in all

Pierre-Eric Pommellet (left), Executive VP, Defence Missions Systems at Thales, exchanging the partnership agreement between Thales and BTSL for joint development of PHAROS fire control radar with S K Sharma, Chairman & MD, BEL

on Tuesday at Defexpo. According to the report, foreign OEMs (Original Equipment Manufacturers) have also welcomed the change but with some suggestions. They feel that this category will be difficult to implement as OEMs have moved away from manufacturing systems and components in their factories. They rely on a global

supply chain and have limited influence in mandating suppliers to localise in a given country unless economics and technical capability justify the investment.

Dhiraj Mathur, Partner, Leader Aerospace and Defence, PwC India, said, “While the industry is upbeat about the IDDM category, some OEMs are apprehensive

weather conditions — the engagement of these targets with guided ammunition.

This joint development will strengthen the co-operation of Thales and BTSL in the field of innovative technologies. The responsibility of overall system design will be borne by Thales.

BTSL will develop the mechanical design and radar processing modifications while Thales will be responsible for the design and production of the radar antenna.

about achieving the indigenous content of 60 per cent (most are struggling to achieve the existing 30 per cent). They feel that this needs to be reduced or, at least, calibrated. For instance, almost 70 per cent of the raw material in aerospace has to be imported as composites and many exotic alloys are not made in India.”

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