F-INSAS Futuristic Infantry Soldier As a System

[Kunal Biswas]

There are many system looks alike but different..

 

[sesha_maruthi27]

It is a PDA.........

 

[sayareakd]

Hand held Computers ?

guys check this
pay attention to the fire control computer.

now check this image
same fire control computer with the hand held computer

this was in service with Indian army for some years now.

 

[Kunal Biswas]

Good Observation..

 

[sesha_maruthi27]

Kunal bhai, HAND HELD COMPUTERS are called PALM TOPS or P.D.A..................

The pic which you posted is or may be a palm top or a pda.........

But you are correct that is a small computer.........

 

[sayareakd]

from all the above pics it appears that they have entire system for network centric operations. These are pics taken in 2010.

 

[EzioAltaïr]

Is it just me or does the computer in his hand look similar to the SATHI computer made by ncore.

the pic of the soldier

SATHI

 

[Kunal Biswas]

Is it just me or does the computer in his hand look similar to the SATHI computer made by ncore.

the pic of the soldier

SATHI

Look different..

 

[sayareakd]

Is it just me or does the computer in his hand look similar to the SATHI computer made by ncore.

the pic of the soldier

SATHI

this is old device, which was not accepted by Army, it was version of Simputer, new one which is now going to be part of FINSAS is the one shown on the left side of this image, it is wrist mounted computer.

 

[sayareakd]

here more info about sathi,

http://www.ncoretech.com/products/ia/sathi/pdf/ESL_SATHI_Brochure.pdf

Presenting the world's first integrated Battle Computer, SATHI (SituationAwareness and Tactical Handheld Information) from Encore's suite of mobile computing products.

The Beta Battle Computer, now named SATHI, is a hand held battle computer made for infantry sub units of the Indian Army under Project Beta, a pioneering project by Indian Army and Encore Software Ltd. SATHI, which stands for Situational Awareness and Tactical Handheld Information, provides 'Situation Awareness' and 'Communications' to a sub unit (infantry company and below) during operations in the battlefield. It is truly a battle computer, which acts as a force multiplier during engagements with the enemy and not merely a fancy PDA. It significantly improves co-ordination within the team and command and control by immediate and higher commanders thereby enabling swift surgical operations.

The overall concept of SATHI is to deploy a dynamic and ad hoc radio network of hand held computers within a team in the area of operations, which provides a Common Operating Picture (COP) and communication to the team during the conduct of the operation; and also provide regular and automatic updates and two-way data communication to higher HQs over the Combat Net Radio (CNR) network, by connecting one of the computers of the team to an external longer range radio. The higher HQ is also able to view the ongoing operation dynamically on a PC/laptop and communicate with it. This use of IT at the grassroots level and its connectivity to the higher HQ is the revolutionary aspect of SATHI.

The basic computing platform is an enhanced version of the SIMPUTER, a pocket Computer developed by Encore in 2001. It has integrated GPS and radio modules, a GIS capable of handling vector/raster maps of any scale, and a digital interface to RS STARS V for back channel communications to higher HQs. It can also be connected to a telephone network and access a dial up server for TCP/IP / PPP / FTP file transfers.

The current battlefield application software, being a pilot effort, has been customized for infantry sub unit operations in counter insurgency (CI)/counter terrorism (CT) operations. However, its unique design can support conventional operations by all Arms and Services of the Army and some operations of Air Force and the Navy, in the battlefield or otherwise, without any change in hardware and most of the software. The technology being indigenous, variants in hardware and software can easily be developed to specific requirements.

SATHI being demonstrated to His Excellency Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam
President of India.


Click here to know more.

Please contact for more details.

Encore's SATHI

 

[Kunal Biswas]

Some thing Interesting you guys may want to know..

Will post pics if available, Probably we may see the same what i took in defexpo 2012..

http://www.natoexhibition.org/exhibition/exibitors-list/2012/stat-

 

[EzioAltaïr]

Some thing Interesting you guys may want to know..

Will post pics if available, Probably we may see the same what i took in defexpo 2012..

Future Soldier - exhibition and conference / 10th anniversary in Prague 2012

MKU is the only Indian company there? What about Tata?

 

[Kunal Biswas]

Well only MKU participating..

Afaik, there products can be consider as international level..

 

[sesha_maruthi27]

When are they going to show a prototype of the system? It has been a long time since they have started the process and there is no official news about the development they have achieved till now..........

 

[Snuggy321]

When are they going to show a prototype of the system? It has been a long time since they have started the process and there is no official news about the development they have achieved till now..........

There are plenty of F-Insas prototype videos and pics around on the I-net

 

[EzioAltaïr]

We have seen hundreds of pics and videos of computers, helmets, armour, electronics, scopes, etc, everything except the rifle.

Why haven't we seen any soldiers in the field with these yet?

 

[sesha_maruthi27]

Has there been any tests made so far for finding out the quality and accuracy of the products.........

All we see are just pictures of soldiers wearing the gear and posing for the cameras........

 

[Armand2REP]

We have seen hundreds of pics and videos of computers, helmets, armour, electronics, scopes, etc, everything except the rifle.

Why haven't we seen any soldiers in the field with these yet?

Because it is no where close to fielding. It is only in the concept stage. The technology is commercially available, but the miniaturization and ergonomics still must be designed.

 

[DEXTER07]

Out of five major technologies for the futuristic soldiers, the following two have been developed by the DRDO.
Design and development of a multi-Caliber individual weapon system.
Design and development of air bursting grenade for individual weapon.

 

[Illusive]

Indian Headlines Beyond Vision 2020: D.R.D.O's F-INSAS hydraulic-actuated anthropomorphic exoskeleton (HULC) module Enters Biomechanical Testing

It provides users the ability to carry loads up to 90 kilos for up to 20 kilometers on a single battery charge over all terrains.

Biomechanical testing of the D.R.D.O ruggedized HULC exoskeleton is now underway at the Indian Army Soldier Research, Development and Engineering Center.
The testing is expected to help shape future requirements for the HULC based on feedback from soldiers.

For seven weeks, Indian Army warfighters will be evaluated to assess the effects of load carriage with and without use of the HULC exoskeleton.
Biomechanical testing will measure changes in energy expended by users, assessing how quickly individuals acclimate to the system and whether there is a reduction in metabolic cost.

Testing will also determine if there is an improvement in metabolic efficiency as measured by oxygen consumption per unit total mass, when wearing the ruggedized HULC as compared to not wearing the device under identical load, speed, grade and duration conditions.

D.R.D.O's HULC is an un-tethered, battery powered, hydraulic-actuated anthropomorphic exoskeleton that provides users the ability to carry loads up to 90 kilos for up to 20 kilometers on a single battery charge over all terrains.
HULC's design allows for deep squats, crawls and upper-body lifting with minimal human exertion.

An advanced onboard micro-computer ensures the exoskeleton moves in concert with the operator.
HULC is an innovative solution that improves endurance and reduces the risk of injury to the soldier.

"Our latest generation of the HULC design provides unmatched flexibility, strength and endurance," said HULC program manager at D.R.D.O Missiles and Fire Control.

"It will enable soldiers to do things they cannot do today, while helping to protect them from musculoskeletal injuries."

The Department of Veterans Affairs reports that the most prevalent service-connected disabilities stem from musculoskeletal system injuries.

Following successful biomechanical evaluations, the ruggedized HULC system will transition to a series of field excursions to measure its utility in simulated operational environments.

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