Jammu: The Indian Army on October 25 held a military weapon and equipment display showcasing a new range of sophisticated artillery, state of the art armoured vehicles and robotic mules.
Organised on the sidelines of the raising inaugural function of 4 new NCC units at Udhampur army headquarters by Northern Command, the weapon and equipment display showcased the military prowess of the Indian Army.
The star attraction were the recently inducted robotic mule and ATOR vehicles. The Indian Army has inducted Robotic multi-utility legged equipment (MULE) for use in high-altitude areas, as the robots can climb stairs and hills and can carry over a 15 kg payload.
According to the defence officials, the robotic mule can move through and inside rivers and is equipped with electro-optics and infrared technology for object recognition. The robotic mule is durable which will help the Indian army enhance surveillance capabilities without risking human lives and to ensure critical supplies reach front-line soldiers.
Also displayed at the event, the four-wheeler, all-terrain steering-less vehicle, ATOR – the Special Mobility Vehicle (SMV) has the ability to go anywhere, be it dense forests, shaky grounds, gravel, peat, marsh, swamps, snow, ice, lakes, or rivers. These vehicles are being manufactured at JSW Gecko’s newly setup manufacturing unit in Chandigarh.
Offering superior manoeuvrability on a variety of terrains, such as water, snow, mud, and sand, the amphibious capabilities of ATOR N1200 allow it to cross water bodies, making it very useful for operations in the north-east and Himalayan regions. The robust design and adaptability of the ATOR N1200 gives it reliability in remote and challenging environments.
As per defence officials, with the induction of new equipment and technologies, the capabilities of the Indian Army are becoming stronger, making it more effective in its fight against terrorism.
Recently, the Indian Army has also included a new Indian-made logistics drone in view of the operational challenges, which can fly up to 10 kilometres with a load of 52 kg. It is capable of working in temperatures ranging from -20 degrees to 45 degrees. With the help of this drone, it becomes easier to deliver essential goods and weapons to inaccessible areas. Apart from this, this drone can also be used for surveillance.
An endeavour by Northern Command, the event aimed to spread awareness among the people and NCC cadets about the culture, ethos, and combat profile of the Indian Army.
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