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08/06/23 06:41 AM IST

Varunastra Torpedo

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  • In a significant development for the Indian Navy the indigenously developed Varunastra a ship-launched anti-submarine heavy weight torpedo (HWT) was successfully test fired.
About Varunastra
  • The Varunastra torpedo, named after the Indian God of Oceans, is a state-of-the-art weapon designed to counter underwater threats.
  • It was developed by the Naval Science and Technological Laboratory (NSTL) of the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO).
  • The NSTL, in collaboration with Bharat Dynamics Ltd (BDL), is responsible for designing and producing the Varunastra torpedo.
  • The torpedo’s advanced features and capabilities showcase the expertise and ingenuity of Indian defense organizations.
  • With a maximum strike range of 40 kilometers and a top speed exceeding 70 kilometers per hour, it can engage targets effectively.
  • Furthermore, it operates at depths of up to 600 meters, showcasing its versatility and adaptability.
  • The Varunastra A is a heavyweight torpedo that can be launched from surface ships, submarines, and aircraft.
  • It is a highly sophisticated weapon that features a number of advanced technologies.
  • It has an active-passive acoustic homing system that allows it to track and engage enemy submarines even in noisy underwater environments.
  • It also has a low-drift inertial navigation system that ensures high accuracy even at long ranges.
Significance
  • One of the key benefits of the Varunastra torpedo is its ability to significantly enhance the Indian Navy’s anti-submarine warfare capabilities.
  • With an active-passive acoustic homing system at its disposal, the Varunastra torpedo demonstrates the capability to proficiently detect and target adversary submarines, even in challenging and noisy underwater conditions.
  • This increased detection and engagement capability provide a strategic advantage.
Source- The Hindu

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