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[NoobWannaLearn]

I think by 2030 Saras Mk2 would be ready for induction. And wanting for IAF orders.

And the RTA would be in prototype stage & really for induction by 2035.

I so hope ur right

 

[RoaringTigerHiddenDragon]

Just 4? Then we might see orders by end of this year

Predators are the main stay of IN. All of IN’s recon assets are American including the latest MH60R Romeos. This is the right strategy. IN now closely operates with USN in ISR and Interop is getting deepened with every American platform induction.

 

[binayak95]

By ''value'' not by ''content'', any idea how they are prizing each individual part and tech
What is the advantage of this deal compared with AL-31FP deal ??

AL31FP mai Russians charged us exorbitant money for translating the ToT documents from Russian to English.
Cost of wrenches was in lakhs, the entire titanium HAD to be imported from Russia.

Dont even start about Russian TOT

 

[DumbPilot]

translating the ToT documents from Russian to English.

just use chatGPT

 

[NoobWannaLearn]

translating the ToT documents from Russian to English.

Sir do we not have translators? I thought these kind of things would be thought to some people to learn Russian/mandrain /Japanese e.t.c

 

[binayak95]

Sir do we not have translators? I thought these kind of things would be thought to some people to learn Russian/mandrain /Japanese e.t.c

Its one thing to translate literature, quite another to translate technical blueprints. Only the OEM can do justice to that

 

[NoobWannaLearn]

Its one thing to translate literature, quite another to translate technical blueprints. Only the OEM can do justice to that

I see well in that case we had to give in we had no other choice

 

[NoobWannaLearn]

India-US Jet Engine Deal - Alpha Defense

A New Era of Collaboration and Technological Advancement In a landmark development, India and the United States are poised to sign a significant jet engine deal during the upcoming visit of Prime Minister Narendra Modi to the US. This collaboration between two global powerhouses is set to...

alphadefense.in

 

[johnj]

AL31FP mai Russians charged us exorbitant money for translating the ToT documents from Russian to English.
Cost of wrenches was in lakhs, the entire titanium HAD to be imported from Russia.

Dont even start about Russian TOT

Yes, they took a huge amount of money in the name of technology transfer
Titanium - we export titanium sponge and import titanium
My question is about tech, how much tech is transferred and how and rights??

 

[Samej Jangir]

AL31FP mai Russians charged us exorbitant money for translating the ToT documents from Russian to English.
Cost of wrenches was in lakhs, the entire titanium HAD to be imported from Russia.

Dont even start about Russian TOT

Even $20 billion for TOT of engine is a small sum considering how critical technology an engine is. So, looking at TOT in terms of cost is not right way. Just because Saudi Arabia gives $1 trillion dollars in arms contracts does not mean USA is giving it any technology

 

[binayak95]

Yes, they took a huge amount of money in the name of technology transfer
Titanium - we export titanium sponge and import titanium
My question is about tech, how much tech is transferred and how and rights??

Oh we manufacture the engine in its entirety, but that is thanks to hard working engineers of HAL - and not, in any way, the Russians - who actively tried to sabotage our work.

 

[NoobWannaLearn]

Oh we manufacture the engine in its entirety, but that is thanks to hard working engineers of HAL - and not, in any way, the Russians - who actively tried to sabotage our work.

Oh If only Russian simps on YouTube and Twitter could read this and have some braincells

 

[NoobWannaLearn]

 

[Vamsi]

Oh we manufacture the engine in its entirety, but that is thanks to hard working engineers of HAL - and not, in any way, the Russians - who actively tried to sabotage our work.

If they did this for the engine, I wonder they tried against the Nuclear Submarines

 

[Fatalis]

There has been very little update on SFDR based Astra MK-3. Did the progress on the program got hampered due to the ongoing conflict?

 

[Tuco]

There has been very little update on SFDR based Astra MK-3. Did the progress on the program got hampered due to the ongoing conflict?

For that matter information regarding mk2 to barely trickles.

 

[TopWatcher]

Q WIll India able to make aero engines

OpenAI Response :

Yes, India has been actively working towards developing its own aero engines. The country has made significant progress in the aerospace industry and has shown ambitions to develop indigenous aero engine capabilities.

One of the notable projects in this regard is the Gas Turbine Research Establishment (GTRE), a unit of the Defense Research and Development Organization (DRDO) in India. GTRE has been involved in the development of aero engines, including the Kaveri engine, which is intended for use in combat aircraft such as the Tejas Light Combat Aircraft (LCA). While the development of the Kaveri engine faced challenges and delays, it has served as a valuable learning experience for India's aero engine development capabilities.

India has also initiated collaborations with international partners to acquire technical expertise and support in aero engine development. For example, there have been collaborations with companies like Safran and Rolls-Royce to leverage their expertise and develop aero engines jointly.

Furthermore, the Indian government has been emphasizing the importance of indigenously developed aero engines to enhance self-reliance and reduce dependence on imports. The "Make in India" initiative and other policies aim to promote domestic manufacturing and technological capabilities in the aerospace sector, including aero engine development.

While developing aero engines is a complex and challenging task that requires extensive research, expertise, and investment, India has demonstrated its commitment and progress in this area. With continued efforts, collaborations, and advancements in technology, it is possible for India to develop its own aero engines in the future.

 

[Fatalis]

 

[Fatalis]

Why the 2016 M777 Howitzer deal is a perfect model to follow

The first batch of 25 of these guns were delivered off the shelf by British arms company BAE Systems in two years. It plugs India into the global supply chain.

www.news9live.com

In 2016, India placed an order with the USA after signing a Rs 5,000-Crore-deal, for 145 M777 ultra-light Howitzers. This was the first major artillery deal with the USA in decades. The first batch of 25 of these guns were delivered off the shelf by British arms company BAE Systems in two years. The remaining were assembled by Mahindra Defence, which has a tie-up with BAE Systems, tested and integrated in India.
The timely acquisition of these guns, which can be carried underhung by heavy lift helicopters like the Chinook, met our operational requirements and gave the army flexibility especially along the mountainous border with China. All M777 howitzers currently in use by the Army have been deployed along the LAC and were also used in Galwan.

 

[Fatalis]

Why the 2016 M777 Howitzer deal is a perfect model to follow

The first batch of 25 of these guns were delivered off the shelf by British arms company BAE Systems in two years. It plugs India into the global supply chain.

www.news9live.com

In 2016, India placed an order with the USA after signing a Rs 5,000-Crore-deal, for 145 M777 ultra-light Howitzers. This was the first major artillery deal with the USA in decades. The first batch of 25 of these guns were delivered off the shelf by British arms company BAE Systems in two years. The remaining were assembled by Mahindra Defence, which has a tie-up with BAE Systems, tested and integrated in India.
The timely acquisition of these guns, which can be carried underhung by heavy lift helicopters like the Chinook, met our operational requirements and gave the army flexibility especially along the mountainous border with China. All M777 howitzers currently in use by the Army have been deployed along the LAC and were also used in Galwan.

So, all 145 M777 are already in the service?