SOURCE: RAUNAK KUNDE / NEWS BEAT / IDRW.ORG
Admiral Marcos Sampaio Olsen, the commander of the Brazilian Navy, during his recent visit to India, expressed keen interest in the Fuel Cell-based Air Independent Propulsion (AIP) system developed by the Defence Research and Development Organisation’s (DRDO) Naval Materials Research Laboratory (NMRL).
The Admiral, who toured Mazagon Docks and other DRDO facilities, showcased a land-based prototype of the NMRL’s AIP system. This system has successfully undergone testing and is slated to be incorporated into the first Kalvari-class submarine in 2025.
Brazil’s Riachuelo-class submarines, which are based on the Scorpène design, currently lack an AIP system. MDL and DRDO are actively working to pique Brazil’s interest in the indigenous AIP technology. The potential for technology transfer and collaboration could benefit both nations.
The NMRL’s AIP system offers significant advantages, including extended submerged endurance and stealth capabilities. If Brazil adopts this technology, it would significantly enhance the operational capabilities of its Riachuelo-class submarines.
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