SOURCE: AFI
The Defence Research and Development Organisation’s (DRDO) Centre for High Energy Systems and Sciences (CHESS) has issued an Expression of Interest (EOI) for the design and development of a Beam Control System (BCS) for a high-power laser. This system is anticipated to be a critical component in the development of advanced laser-based weapons.
The BCS is expected to have the capability to accurately acquire and track Medium Altitude Long Endurance (MALE) and High Altitude Long Endurance (HALE) Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs) at ranges up to 17 kilometers. This technology is seen as a potential game-changer in aerial defense systems.
The development of such a system is a significant step towards India’s self-reliance in high-tech defense technologies. Successful development of the BCS will be instrumental in the operationalization of high-power laser weapons, which are considered to be a key technology for future warfare.
The EOI invites Indian industries to participate in this crucial project. Collaboration between DRDO and domestic industries is expected to be key in achieving the desired technological advancements. The successful bidder will have the opportunity to contribute significantly to India’s defense capabilities.