Indrajaal is an Indian autonomous Wide Area Anti-Drone/Counter-Unmanned Aircraft System (C-UAS) developed by Grene Robotics. It utilizes
AI technology to protect against drone threats in a wide area, providing a 360-degree coverage spanning up to 4,000 square kilometers.
Development and history
In 2019, Grene Robotics introduced GreneOS, a platform designed for hyper-automation and autonomous decision-making. With 15 years of research and development, Grene Robotics is the first Indian company to develop C5ISRT capability in the defence space. They introduced the greneOS Defence platform, now known as DefOS, an autonomous and unified defence system in 2021. It is an AI-powered Unified Autonomous Defense Operating System that delivers Autonomous Command, Control, Communication, Computers, Collaboration, Intelligence, Surveillance, Reconnaissance, and Targeting (C5ISRT), taking
India
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from C4I to C5ISRT.
Later in 2021, Grene Robotics introduced two notable products within the DefOS ecosystem which are the Autonomous Manpad Data Link (AMDL) and the Indrajaal autonomous drone defence dome. In 2023, Indrajaal was officially launched in Hyderabad as the only autonomous wide area anti-drone/Counter-Unmanned Aircraft System (C-UAS).
Technology and features
Indrajaal is a wide-area system designed to operate beyond its initial deployment location, making it a network-centric system. It comprises twelve proprietary modular technologies that can be used separately or in combination:
*greneOS - Patented Autonomous Resource Planning Engine
*DefOS - Unified Command and Control Engine
*HiveMind -
AI Computer for mission planning and execution
*Zombee Drone - Level 5
autonomous drones for threat neutralization
*SkyCop Drone - Level 5 autonomous drone for threat
surveillance
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*Brig Device - Edge AI smart data and control device
*SpiderMesh - High-speed wireless
mesh network
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covering up to 4,000 sq. km
*Repulsor - Uses a tractor beam to jam and control drones
*greneEYE - Utilizes
machine vision
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to identify threats
*HyperSensing - A combination of sensing technologies.
*WeaponFusion - Integrates existing weapons for autonomous operation
*GlobalGrid - Unified real-time command and control interface
Deployment
Indrajaal is operational at Grene Robotics' 70-acre test site in
Hyderabad
Hyderabad is the capital and largest city of the Indian state of Telangana. It occupies on the Deccan Plateau along the banks of the Musi River (India), Musi River, in the northern part of Southern India. With an average altitude of , much ...
,
India
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.
Effectiveness and impact
The Indrajaal system is a counter-drone technology. Its multi-dimensional perspective allows it to detect drones in various scenarios, from silent drones through radar to controlled drones via
electromagnetic spectrum
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(ESM) and even thermal detection for nocturnal operations.
One remarkable aspect is its ability to detect drones in challenging environments like hilly terrains. This innovation represents a significant leap forward for India's
defense
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Tactical, martial, and political acts or groups
* Defense (military), forces primarily intended for warfare
* Civil defense, the organizing of civilians to deal with emergencies or enemy attacks
* Defense industr ...
capabilities, ensuring that drones of any type or origin cannot escape detection.
Artificial intelligence
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plays a crucial role, enabling real-time decision-making and precise identification of friendly drones.
See also
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Drone Dome
Drone Dome (, ') is a counter unmanned aerial system (C-UAS) anti-aircraft system developed by Israel-based miltech Rafael Advanced Defense Systems. The system was first displayed in 2016, and joins similar protection systems developed by Rafael s ...
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DRDO Netra
The DRDO Netra (Literally ''Eyes'' in Sanskrit) is an Indian, light-weight, autonomous UAV for surveillance and reconnaissance operations. It has been jointly developed by the Research and Development Establishment (R&DE), and IdeaForge, a Mum ...
References
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Counter unmanned air systems
Weapons countermeasures
Electronic warfare equipment