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Bengaluru-based NewSpace Research and Technologies (NRT) is once again pushing the boundaries of India’s aerospace and defense innovation with the Ishuk—a miniaturized glide device that transforms a basic aerial iron bomb into a precision-guided powerhouse. Unveiled as a marvel of aerodynamics and engineering, this compact system promises to revolutionize kinetic strikes with its pinpoint accuracy, exceptional range, and adaptability across multi-rotor and fixed-wing platforms. Designed for steep, direct attacks with minimal drag on its carrier aircraft, Ishuk signals NRT’s ascent as a trailblazer in unmanned aerial systems (UAS)—and a potent force multiplier for India’s armed forces.
At its core, Ishuk is a retrofit genius. It takes a standard unguided “dumb” bomb—typically a low-cost, high-explosive workhorse—and outfits it with a high-precision guidance and control kit. The result? A glide bomb that rivals costlier precision munitions in accuracy and lethality, without the hefty price tag. With a low radar cross-section and a high glide ratio, Ishuk extends the bomb’s range far beyond traditional free-fall limits, allowing strikes from safer standoff distances. Weighing next to nothing compared to its payload, it ensures the carrier—be it a drone or manned aircraft—suffers minimal performance penalty, a critical edge in dynamic combat zones.
Ishuk’s versatility is its trump card. Deployable from both multi-rotor drones and fixed-wing platforms, it bridges the gap between lightweight UAVs and heavier aircraft. NRT, already a leader in UAS with its Abhimanyu Collaborative Combat Aircraft (CCA)—showcased at Aero India 2025—has tailored Ishuk to integrate seamlessly with its growing ecosystem. Imagine a swarm of Abhimanyu drones, each armed with Ishuk glide bombs, executing coordinated strikes on naval targets or air defenses—a scenario NRT hinted at in a February 2025 idrw.org interview. Multi-rotor compatibility, meanwhile, opens doors for low-altitude, rapid-response missions, amplifying the Indian Army and Navy’s flexibility along contested borders.
Industry observers see the ISHUK as a natural evolution of NRT’s expertise in precision targeting. The company has previously developed the Ultra Small Guided Bomb (USGB) for UAVs, a system tailored for short-range tactical strikes. The Micro Munition, with its 3-kilometer range and HE warhead, appears to refine this concept further, offering a balance of portability, accuracy, and destructive power. Posts trending on X have praised NRT’s focus on compact, high-impact systems, with some speculating that the ISHUK could be a precursor to more advanced munitions with extended ranges or swarming capabilities.
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