VSHORADS Missile: DRDO successfully tests portable air defence system
| 2024-03-01
The Very Short-Range Air Defence System was successfully tested on February 28-29, 2024.
It is engineered to neutralize aerial threats at low altitudes and short ranges
In an unequivocal demonstration of India's expanding defence technology capabilities, the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) has successfully concluded the flight tests of the Very Short-Range Air Defence System (VSHORADS) missile on February 28 and 29, 2024.
These critical tests, executed with precision off the coast of Odisha at the Integrated Test Range in Chandipur, mark a groundbreaking leap in India's pursuit of strategic autonomy and technological mastery in defence.
Conceived and brought to fruition by DRDO's Research Centre Imarat (RCI) in collaboration with other DRDO laboratories and Indian industry partners, the VSHORADS missile is a formidable Man Portable Air Defence System (MANPAD). It is engineered to neutralize aerial threats at low altitudes and short ranges.
Breakthrough Technologies and Operational Excellence
The VSHORADS missile's design is a marvel of modern defence technology, integrating advanced features such as a miniaturized Reaction Control System (RCS) and integrated avionics.
These innovations were put to the test against high-speed unmanned aerial targets, simulating various interception scenarios. Each test concluded with the missile successfully intercepting and neutralizing its target, surpassing the mission's objectives and demonstrating unmatched precision and reliability.
Propulsion is achieved through a dual thrust solid motor, with the missile's and launcher's design meticulously optimized for maximum portability without sacrificing performance.
In acknowledgment of this groundbreaking achievement, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh lauded the collaborative efforts of the DRDO, Indian Army, and the contributing industry partners. He highlighted the missile's inclusion of cutting-edge technologies as a considerable enhancement to the technological prowess of the Indian Armed Forces.
These critical tests, executed with precision off the coast of Odisha at the Integrated Test Range in Chandipur, mark a groundbreaking leap in India's pursuit of strategic autonomy and technological mastery in defence.
Conceived and brought to fruition by DRDO's Research Centre Imarat (RCI) in collaboration with other DRDO laboratories and Indian industry partners, the VSHORADS missile is a formidable Man Portable Air Defence System (MANPAD). It is engineered to neutralize aerial threats at low altitudes and short ranges.
Breakthrough Technologies and Operational Excellence
The VSHORADS missile's design is a marvel of modern defence technology, integrating advanced features such as a miniaturized Reaction Control System (RCS) and integrated avionics.
These innovations were put to the test against high-speed unmanned aerial targets, simulating various interception scenarios. Each test concluded with the missile successfully intercepting and neutralizing its target, surpassing the mission's objectives and demonstrating unmatched precision and reliability.
Propulsion is achieved through a dual thrust solid motor, with the missile's and launcher's design meticulously optimized for maximum portability without sacrificing performance.
In acknowledgment of this groundbreaking achievement, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh lauded the collaborative efforts of the DRDO, Indian Army, and the contributing industry partners. He highlighted the missile's inclusion of cutting-edge technologies as a considerable enhancement to the technological prowess of the Indian Armed Forces.
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