SOURCE: RAUNAK KUNDE / NEWS BEAT / IDRW.ORG
German defence giant ThyssenKrupp Marine Systems (TKMS) has presented India with a potentially groundbreaking offer: the HDW 212A submarine equipped with the cutting-edge IDAS anti-air missile system. This marks a significant development in submarine technology, raising questions about its potential impact on the future of underwater warfare.
The HDW 212A, if acquired by India, would be the first conventional diesel submarine armed with an anti-air defence system. This system, the IDAS (Interactive Defence and Attack System for Submarines), is currently under development but showcases innovative features.
At the heart of this technological marvel lies the Gamer Changer Interactive Defence and Attack System for Submarines (IDAS) Missile system, a cutting-edge weapon system currently undergoing testing. What sets the HDW 212A apart is its integration of the IDAS Missile system, which can be launched from the submarine’s torpedo tubes, akin to conventional submarine-launched missiles ejected from containers.
The IDAS Missile system, equipped with an imaging infrared (IR) seeker, draws upon proven technology utilized in the IRIS-T medium-range IR homing missile. This advanced system boasts a fibre optic link that continuously transmits crucial information to the operator, enabling real-time target verification and precise control over flight parameters until the missile reaches its target. With an officially declared range of approximately 40 kilometres, each torpedo tube can accommodate four IDAS missiles stored in a magazine, presenting a formidable defence arsenal against ASW threats.
ASW helicopters pose a significant threat to submarines, presenting a persistent challenge in modern naval warfare. However, with the development of the IDAS Missile system, TKMS aims to redefine the dynamics of submarine defence, offering unparalleled capabilities to counter agile and sophisticated threats posed by ASW platforms.
The integration of the IDAS Missile system into the HDW 212A submarine represents a paradigm shift in submarine warfare, providing enhanced defensive capabilities and augmenting the survivability of submarines in hostile environments. By leveraging advanced technology and innovative engineering solutions, TKMS has developed a game-changing defence system that promises to revolutionize underwater warfare strategies.
For India, the HDW 212A submarine presents a compelling option to bolster its naval capabilities and strengthen its maritime defence posture. With the ever-evolving threat landscape in the Indian Ocean region, the acquisition of advanced submarines equipped with state-of-the-art defence systems is paramount to safeguarding national interests and maintaining maritime superiority.
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