Institutions that shaped modern India- DRDO

Ravi kumar Gupta , the author, served at DRDO as a DRDS Scientist for over 35 years and superannuated in May 2015 as Scientist G and Director Public Interface at the DRDO headquarters. The book was written with the aim of presenting a holistic picture , the manner and scenario under which it was formed , its visionary leaders, the eventful journey and how it shaped the defence infrastructure and ecosystem in the country.

Catching up:

Development in weapon system in advanced countries have been invariably driven by innovativeness of their defence scientists and the ability of such scientists to think well beyond the existing systems and technologies. Here, in India, TDE ( Technical Development Establishments , earlier called Inspectorates) and others insisted that development work by the DRDO should be taken up for only after the services had laid their requirements in the form of Qualitative Requirements/ Operational Requirements (Qrs/Ors). The Qrs/Ors were invariably based on the products already available abroad.

Technology Transfer

Import and produce under license is a powerful lobby favouring big ticket imports and killing all local efforts to develop technologies. Air guided anti tank missile was one early example. Initial goal post was range of 1.5km, when that was reached, QRs increased operating range to 4km and finally product imported from France. Myth of Technology transfer resulted in component to component development with no design capability.

Integrated Guided Missile Development Programme (IGMDP)

The appointment of DR VS Arunachalam as the SA to RM and Secretary DDR&D in 1982 was the turning point. During his leadership, several programmes were launched including IGMDP, LCA, UAV,Sonars, Torpedoes etc. His initiatives were supported by R Venkataraman, Defence Minister. Dr Kalam took command of the organisation in 1992 when DRDO enetered the development of mega systems. The rest is history.

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CEL, India invites agents to sell defence business products in India and globally.

Central Electronics Limited (CEL) A Govt. of India DSIR Enterprise is looking to expand its business in the field of Defence products by engaging Channel Partners/Agents for the Domestic as well as the Overseas market. Interested parties having sound marketing experience in the field of Defence product business and capable to promote and sell our Defence products in domestic and overseas market are requested to submit their EOI at the office of Asst. General Manager - MMD of Central Electronics Limited. Products for which EOI is sought: 

a. Phase Control Module (PCM) for Radars Phase Control Module (PCM) is a strategic and critical component for the Passive Phased Array Radars. It is an important part of an electronically scanned passive phased array antenna that allows the antenna beam to be steered in the desired direction, without the need of any physical repositioning of the antenna of the Radar. 

b. Ceramic Radome for the Missile Seeker The Radome is an aerodynamic structural part attached to the fore end of a missile. It transmits electromagnetic signals with minimum attenuation and also protects the radar communication system of the missile while in flight. 

c. Bullet proof materials for Body Armours (Bullet Proof Jacket, HAP, SAP etc.) CEL is one of those few companies in the country who are having expertise for making technical ceramic articles from powder to the product stage. Presently we are producing Alumina ceramic tiles of different shapes and sizes for the Ballistic Protection. 

d. Laser Fencing System for perimeter security Laser Fencing System is an invisible laser wall having an intrusion alarm event that gets triggered while carrying out the video recording and also transmission. This is useful for ensuring on the Perimeter Security of strategic installations like Army Out-posts, BSF Camps, Jails, National Parks, etc. 

e. Dielectric substrates CEL manufactures alumina based dielectric substrates which are widely used in the antenna and also ammunition based products and systems. They can also be used in the RF & Microwave Filters, GPS antennas, Strip-line circuits, Circulators/Isolators, MIC’s (Monolithic IC’s), etc. 

f. Visibility Measurement System CEL is manufacturing the DRISHTI Transmissometer. DRISHTI a CSIR-NAL developed technology used to measure visibility, especially in the Aviation industry. It can measure the visibility in the range of 4 meters to 10 kilometres. DRISHTI meets the standards of the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) and World Metrological Organization (WMO). 

 g. Circulator & isolator CEL is a pioneer in the field of processing High-frequency Ferrites. These ferrites are used in the making of Circulators and Isolators for the Defence and Aerospace Communication systems. CEL is presently manufacturing different types Circulators and Isolators as per the customer’s requirement. h. Piezo Elements & Piezo Sensors CEL is the leading manufacturer of Piezo Ceramic Elements in the country. We have a wide range of Piezo elements and Piezo sensors. We also have been taking customized orders for the same. CEL is also currently manufacturing the ‘HEAT Fuse 551’ for the Antitank weapon system called the “Karl Gustaf-Gun.

Notice open upto : 31/12/2021 up to 15:00 Hours

The EOI is available on http://celindia.co.in/