SOURCE: RAUNAK KUNDE / NEWS BEAT / IDRW.ORG
DRDO’s Stealth Wing Flying Testbed (SWiFT) is undergoing a significant redesign as India pushes the boundaries of unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) technology. The latest iteration of the SWiFT, a crucial stepping stone to the larger Ghatak UCAV, features a dramatic departure from its predecessor. The most noticeable changes are in the aircraft’s rear exhaust and air intake systems.
The latest iteration of SWiFT showcases dramatic changes in its aerodynamic profile. The most prominent alterations are in the exhaust and inlet designs. The earlier rounded and hooded rear exhaust has been replaced with a radical new design, expected to enhance stealth characteristics. Similarly, the tridiagonal engine inlet has been transformed into a U-shaped intake, repositioned towards the middle of the fuselage.
The overall width of the aircraft has been reduced, which could also enhance stealth characteristics and improve drag.
These modifications, along with a streamlined overall profile, are anticipated to reduce the aircraft’s radar cross-section (RCS) and improve its aerodynamic efficiency. DRDO plans to rigorously test these new design elements on the SWiFT before integrating them into the larger Ghatak UCAV program. The success of these modifications could be a game-changer in India’s quest for a stealthy, long-range unmanned combat drone.
These design refinements underscore India’s growing expertise in aerospace engineering and its determination to develop cutting-edge military technology.
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