Science · 19 Oct
DRDO working on laser weapon pod for helicopters; development to be completed by 2029
AI summaryThe Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) is developing a helicopter-mounted laser weapon pod to neutralise hostile drones, with completion expected by the end of 2029. The project involves CHESS and IRDE, with Hindustan Aeronautics' ALH Dhruv and Rudra as potential platforms. The article discusses the cost asymmetry of conventional air defence, the relevance of military helicopters, and India's continued import dependence for critical defence sub-systems.
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