SOURCE: RAUNAK KUNDE / NEWS BEAT / IDRW.ORG
JSR Dynamics Private Limited, a leading Indian aerospace and defence company, has announced its ambitious plans to develop a cutting-edge jet-powered bomb. This innovative weapon system is designed to significantly enhance the range and precision of conventional bombs.
By equipping standard bombs with a powerful jet engine, JSR Dynamics aims to significantly increase their effective range. This engine-assisted propulsion system will enable these munitions to strike targets at greater distances, offering strategic advantages on the battlefield.
The development of this jet-powered bomb by JSR Dynamics marks a significant advancement in precision strike capabilities for modern armed forces. By extending the operational range of traditional bombs, the new system can engage targets from safer standoff distances, reducing risk to aircraft and personnel. The integration of advanced guidance systems ensures that the weapon can hit high-value targets with remarkable accuracy, enhancing mission success rates and operational effectiveness.
Moreover, the use of an engine-assisted bomb signifies a move towards more sophisticated, multifunctional munitions that align with modern warfare’s increasing complexity and demands. The ability to adaptively plan mission trajectories further enhances the strategic flexibility of armed forces equipped with this technology.
The upcoming jet-powered bomb from JSR Dynamics features a variety of sophisticated technologies to ensure precision and effectiveness. Key specifications of the system include:
- Warhead: 250 kg High-Explosive (HE) warhead, designed for high lethality and damage.
- Engine Assist: Incorporation of a jet engine that enables increased range and flexibility, making the bomb suitable for diverse operational scenarios.
- Terminal Guidance: The bomb will utilize Electro-Optical/Infrared (EO/IR) guidance systems for enhanced accuracy during the final phase of its trajectory.
- Navigation Systems: Multi-Constellation Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS) and Inertial Navigation System (INS) will work in tandem to provide high-precision navigation, with terminal trajectory shaping capabilities integrated into the mission planning stage.
Technical Specifications
The bomb’s technical parameters are noteworthy, showcasing the advanced engineering and design principles behind the project:
- Length: Less than 4100 mm
- Maximum Diameter: 360 mm
- Wingspan: 2.16 m
- All-Up Weight (AUW): 488 kg (including the 250 kg HSLD warhead)
- Operating Altitude: 0 to 10,000 m
- Maximum Range: Up to 298 km at sea level
- Mid-Course Guidance: Coupled with multi-constellation GNSS for high accuracy.
- Circular Error Probability (CEP): Less than 15 m when using EO/IR and INS systems.
- Powerplant: The propulsion system is designed to maximize range and performance with a fuel mass of 47 kg, delivering thrust up to 1500 N.
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