SOURCE: RAUNAK KUNDE / NEWS BEAT / IDRW.ORG
Rekise Marine Private Limited has secured a significant contract under the Indian Navy’s iDEX Aditi 1.0 Challenge to develop the Jalkapi Autonomous Underwater Vehicle (AUV). This advanced subsea platform is designed for extended underwater survey missions and can operate for up to 45 days without resupply.
The Jalkapi, with its impressive dimensions of approximately 10 meters in length and 2 meters in diameter, is equipped with a robust suite of sensors including EO/IR cameras, multi-beam echo sounders, and sonar systems. The AUV will also incorporate advanced navigation and obstacle avoidance systems to ensure safe and efficient operations.
A key feature of the Jalkapi is its onboard diesel generator, enabling it to recharge its batteries at sea, thereby extending its mission endurance significantly. The AUV is designed to operate at depths exceeding 300 meters, making it suitable for a wide range of underwater tasks.
Rekise Marine will collaborate closely with the Indian Navy’s Directorate of Naval Design (DND(SDG)) to finalize the Jalkapi’s design and development. The company’s win in the iDEX challenge underscores its capabilities in underwater technology and its potential to contribute to India’s maritime dominance.
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