New Delhi: India has achieved a milestone in its defense capabilities with the successful trials of a supersonic missile-assisted torpedo system. Developed for the Indian Navy by the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), this cutting-edge technology promises to revolutionize anti-submarine warfare.
The Supersonic Missile-Assisted Torpedo (SMART) system represents the next generation of standoff torpedo delivery, bolstering the Navy’s defense capabilities against enemy submarines. Equipped with a medium-range supersonic missile, parachute delivery system, and release mechanisms, SMART surpasses the range of conventional torpedoes.
Boasting a range several times greater than that of conventional torpedoes, the indigenous SMART system signifies a significant leap forward in naval warfare capabilities.
Comprising a canister-based missile system, SMART integrates advanced sub-systems including a two-stage solid propulsion system, electromechanical actuator system, and precision inertial navigation system. It carries an advanced lightweight torpedo as payload, released via a parachute-based delivery system, and was successfully launched from a ground mobile launcher.
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The recent trials validated state-of-the-art mechanisms such as symmetric separation, ejection, and velocity control, marking a crucial step towards operational readiness.
Developed through collaborative efforts between DRDO laboratories and industry partners, the SMART system showcases India’s prowess in indigenous defense technology. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh commended DRDO’s achievement, emphasizing the system’s potential to strengthen the Navy.
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Dr. Samir V. Kamat, Secretary of the Department of Defence R&D and Chairman of DRDO, praised the collaborative efforts of the SMART team, urging them to pursue excellence in their endeavors.
