New Delhi: HFCL, a leading Indian telecom firm, will develop and supply critical sub-systems for the US-based defence technology firm General Atomics Aeronautical Systems Incorporated’s (GA-ASI) advanced unmanned aircraft systems (UAS), the company said on September 22.
HFCL has been selected by the US-based General Atomics ASI for the supply of critical sub-systems for its advanced UAS. HFCL is developing drone detection radar, which is expected to become a crucial element in modern drone detection systems.
“In a significant development that underscores HFCL’s technical prowess and commitment, the company has been selected to develop and supply critical sub-systems for GA-ASI’s advanced Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS). This partnership marks a milestone in HFCL’s journey, as it becomes a key contributor to one of the world’s most sophisticated unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs),” the company said.
Raddef, the company’s subsidiary, has been developing portable and deployable advanced radar and radio frequency (wireless) solutions across various terrains.
HFCL Managing Director Mahendra Nahata said, “Our selection by General Atomics Aeronautical Systems Incorporated to develop critical sub-systems for the UAVs is a proud moment for us and reflects our unwavering commitment to the Make in India initiative. These drones, with their versatile applications, symbolise our resolve to contribute to the defence forces with cutting-edge technology.”
The telecom firm, HFCL is engaged in telecom gears, research and development radar technologies, including ground surveillance radars, weather radars, threat emulators, LTE-based passive radars, fog and foliage penetration radars, coastal surveillance radars, avalanche detection radars, muzzle velocity radars, and altimeters.
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