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Pradeep Kumar

10/03/21 10:20 AM IST

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DRDO has achieved an important milestone in the development of Air Independent Propulsion (AIP) System by proving the land-based prototype on 8 March 2021

Highlights
  • The plant was operated in endurance mode and max power mode as per the user requirements.
  • The system is being developed by Naval Materials Research Laboratory (NMRL) of DRDO.
  • AIP has a force multiplier effect on lethality of a diesel electric submarine as it enhances the submerged endurance of the boat, several folds.
  • Fuel cell-based AIP has merits in performance compared to other technologies.
  • There are different types of AIP systems being pursued internationally, fuel cell-based AIP of NMRL is unique as the hydrogen is generated onboard.
  • The technology has been successfully developed with the support of industry partners L&T and Thermax.
  • It has now reached the stage of maturity for fitment into target vessels.
Source: PIB

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