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SOURCE: RAUNAK KUNDE / NEWS BEAT / IDRW.ORG

The Tejas MkII, an advanced iteration of India’s indigenously developed Light Combat Aircraft (LCA), is set to revolutionize situational awareness and combat efficiency with its cutting-edge information fusion capabilities. Designed by the Aeronautical Development Agency (ADA), the Tejas MkII will integrate a suite of sensors and algorithms to create a comprehensive tactical picture, significantly enhancing operational effectiveness.

The Tejas MkII will be equipped with a comprehensive array of sensors designed to provide a multi-faceted view of the battlefield.

  • Radar: An upgraded Active Electronically Scanned Array (AESA) radar, which promises superior target detection, tracking, and engagement capabilities.
  • IRST (Infrared Search and Track): This passive system will offer the ability to detect and track targets through their heat signatures, adding a layer of stealth to the aircraft’s detection methods.
  • RWR (Radar Warning Receiver): Essential for electronic warfare, the RWR will alert pilots to hostile radar emissions, enhancing survivability in contested environments.
  • IFF (Identification Friend or Foe): This system helps in distinguishing between friendly and enemy aircraft, reducing the risk of friendly fire incidents.
  • MAWS (Missile Approach Warning System): Offers critical seconds of warning by detecting incoming missiles, allowing for evasive manoeuvres or countermeasures deployment.
  • EOT Datalinks: Enabling the exchange of tactical data with other platforms, the Tejas MkII will benefit from a network-centric warfare approach, where information from multiple sources can be shared across the battlefield.

The heart of the Tejas MkII’s enhanced combat effectiveness lies in its information fusion algorithms. These algorithms are designed to Unify Data By merging data from various sensors, the system can create cohesive tracks of targets, providing a clearer, more accurate picture of the operational environment. To further Enhanced Situational Awareness and provide Pilots with a much-improved tactical overview, with the system will be capable of discerning between different types of threats and prioritizing them based on real-time data. This fusion of information allows for quicker, more informed decision-making at the tactical level, crucial in high-speed aerial combat scenarios.

This level of integration not only amplifies the aircraft’s combat effectiveness but also reduces the cognitive load on pilots, allowing them to focus more on strategy and less on data interpretation. The Tejas MkII’s ability to produce a comprehensive tactical picture from diverse sensor inputs positions it as a formidable asset in both air-to-air and air-to-ground operations.

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