Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) successfully conducted three flight-tests of the 4th Generation, technically-advanced miniaturised Very Short Range Air Defence System (VSHORADS) at the Pokhran Field Firing Ranges in Rajasthan.
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Flight-test of 4th Generation Very Short Range Air Defence System (VSHORADS)
The tests of 4th Generation Very Short Range Air Defence System (VSHORADS) were carried out against high speed targets, demonstrating very critical parameters of maximum range and maximum altitude interception. The trials of Very Short Range Air Defence System (VSHORADS) showcased repeatability of hit-to-kill capability of the weapon system in various target engagement scenarios covering approaching, receding and crossing modes.
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The development of VSHORADS missiles has been completed and two production agencies have been engaged in the Development cum Production Partner (DcPP) mode. In these trials, the missiles realized through DcPPs have been successfully used.
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Very Short Range Air Defence System (VSHORADS)
VSHORADS is a Man Portable Air Defence System designed and developed indigenously by Research Centre Imarat (RCI) in collaboration with other DRDO laboratories and Development cum Production Partner (DcPPs).
VSHORADAS missile incorporates many novel technologies including miniaturized Reaction Control System (RCS) and integrated avionics which have been successfully proven during the tests. The missile is propelled by a dual thrust solid motor and meant for neutralizing low altitude aerial threats at short ranges. The design of the missile including launcher has been highly optimized to ensure easy portability.
Raksha Mantri Rajnath
Raksha Mantri Rajnath Singh has congratulated DRDO, Armed Forces and the Industry involved in the successful development trials.
Static Current Affairs related to DRDO for upcoming exams
- DRDO Formed by: 1958
- Full form of DRDO: Defence Research and Development Organisation
- Headquarters: DRDO Bhavan, New Delhi
- DRDO Motto: Sanskrit: बलस्य मूलं विज्ञानम् "Strength's Origin is in Knowledge"
- DRDO Executive: Dr Samir V Kamat, Chairman, DRDO
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