Bhargavastra micro-missile system 
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News: India has successfully conducted tests of its first indigenous micro-missile system named Bhargavastra. 

About Bhargavastra micro-missile system

'Bhargavastra' High-Tech Defense System
Source: defence news
  • The Bhargavastra is India’s first domestically developed micro-missile system designed to combat swarm drone threats. 
  • Developed by: Economic Explosives Ltd 

Features:  

  • It is a counter-drone system capable of detecting small aerial vehicles at over 6 km range and neutralizing them using guided micro munitions. 
  • The system can launch over 64 micro missiles simultaneously. 
  • It is capable of rapid deployment on a mobile platform and can engage targets at distances exceeding 2.5 km. 
  • It has been designed for operations in diverse terrains, including high-altitude regions, the system meets specific military operational requirements.

Importance: 

  • The system provides an economical solution for the Indian Army to counter large-scale drone attacks.
  • It also offers a reliable defense against small drones in swarm attacks. 
Swarm Drones 

  • Swarm drones are groups of drones that operate together to perform tasks without direct human control.  
  • They use advanced algorithms and communication technologies to coordinate their actions, similar to natural swarms like flocks of birds or schools of fish.  
  • Swarm drones can efficiently carry out missions while minimizing danger to personnel. They can search out, overwhelm, and destroy enemy defenses, paving the way for manned aircraft.

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