Indian Navy Explores Drone Solutions for At-Sea Reloading of Missiles
The Indian Navy is investigating a multi-rotor drone system for the at-sea reloading of surface-to-air missiles. This initiative aims to enhance operational efficiency by reducing downtime associated with current rearming processes.
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The Indian Navy is developing a multi-rotor drone, named 'Rearming by Drone (REARM-D) at Sea', aimed at reloading surface-to-air missiles in vertical launch systems (VLS) on warships. The drone is expected to have a payload capacity exceeding 900 kg and an endurance of over two hours, powered by an internal combustion engine.
Current rearming methods involve significant downtime at harbor, necessitating a more efficient at-sea solution. This drone will facilitate the transfer of missile canisters from supply ships to warships using a stabilized platform.
Challenges remain in designing a UAV capable of enduring maritime conditions and precision handling of large payloads. This initiative is part of the Defence India Startup Challenge (DISC) aimed at fostering innovative technologies. Global counterparts, including the US and French Navy, are also exploring similar at-sea reloading capabilities.
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