Defence expertise on display
Defence Research & Development Organisation (DRDO) will be showcasing around 250 systems, technologies, working models and innovations in all formats i.e. indoor, outdoor and live display at the Aero India 2019 being held 20-24 Feb 2019.
More than 24 laboratories under different technology clusters of DRDO connected to the aerospace & aeronautics will be displaying their products and showcasing their achievements at the mega event beld held at Yelahanka in Bengaluru.
The participating clusters are – Aeronautical Systems, Missiles, Armaments & Combat Engineering, Electronics & Communication Systems, Micro electronics Devices & Computational Systems, Naval Systems & Materials and Life sciences, said the Defence Ministry on 16 Feb 2019.
In the Indoor Pavilion, scaled models of LCA-Tejas variants viz., Airforce Mark-1, Medium Weight Fighter, Naval Variants and also Trainer variants will be displayed.
In addition, scaled model of twin-engine stealth aircraft namely AMCA (Advance Medium Combat Aircraft) will be displayed with audio-visual effect.
DRDO will also be showcasing proven expertise in the field of Fighter aircraft Simulators design & development as well 360 degree immersive virtual experience kiosks. Both these facilities will offer an insightful experience.
In addition, DRDO will also displaying demonstrative Virtual Design, Assembly and servicing of LCA Tejas aircraft virtual reality experience centre which will offer near real life experience to the visitors.
The outdoor display includes the Light Combat Aircraft (LCA) Tejas, Limited Series Production version aircraft and Rustom-2 of 1:1 size.
The highlight of DRDO’s participation at aero show is the aerial display of LCA Tejas by the 45th Squadron and flight display Airborne Early Warning & Control System (AEW&C).
Interactions with scientists, technologists and test pilots have also been planned by DRDO for the benefit of students and young entrepreneurs taking part in the show.
A special event has also been organized on 23 Feb 2019 to showcase the achievements made by the DRDO Women Scientists in the Aerospace sector.
As a prelude to Aero India 2019, DRDO in association with the Aeronautical Society of India (AeSI) is organizing the 12th Aero India International Seminar during 18-19 Feb 2019 at Bengaluru.
This year the theme of the seminar is “Emerging Frontiers in Aerospace Technologies”.
The Seminar is of global importance and provides best exposure to all participating professionals by bringing together the best in the field from all over the world. More than 1000 delegates from R&D, Academia & industries are participating in the seminar including students.
About 39 speakers of eminence from both India and abroad are giving talks leading to emergence of innovative ideas and scope for collaborative projects. These include speakers from Canada, France, Germany, Russia, UK and USA etc. fiinews.com
