Zen, a leading Indian provider of anti-drone technology and defence training solutions, has achieved a significant milestone in bolstering the nation’s air defence capabilities. The company successfully delivered its innovative Zen Anti-Drone System with Hard-Kill (Zen ADS HK) to the Army Air Defence College (AADC) in Gopalpur, Odisha.
The AADC, responsible for training India’s Air Defence Corps, recognised the growing threat posed by drones and placed an order for the Zen ADS HK 18 months ago. Following successful preliminary trials demonstrating accurate targeting of automatic gun platforms, Zen embarked on a rigorous development and testing phase. The result is a cutting-edge system exceeding initial expectations and empowering the Indian military to address this evolving threat.
Building upon its established portfolio of soft-kill anti-drone technologies currently deployed by the Indian Air Force, the Zen ADS HK offers a new layer of physical defence. This advanced system seamlessly integrates with existing legacy defence infrastructure, a key consideration for cost-effective implementation. The system’s heart lies in Zen’s state-of-the-art Electro-Optical Tracking System (EOTS), which was entirely designed and developed in-house. This sophisticated sensor suite combines a day camera, a thermal camera, and a Laser Range Finder (LRF) for precise, all-weather auto-tracking of drone targets.
Zen engineers have meticulously designed a software interface that flawlessly integrates the Zen ADS HK with the L-70 Air Defence Gun, a mainstay of the Indian Army and numerous other nations. This ensures immediate operational capability. However, the system boasts remarkable versatility, allowing for integration with various other cue-able automatic gun platforms, maximising its potential for wider deployment across different defence units.
Taking immense pride in its accomplishment, Zen emphasises the entirely indigenous design, development, and manufacturing of the Zen ADS HK within India. This accomplishment marks a significant leap forward in domestic defence technology, fostering self-reliance in critical security solutions.
Zen remains steadfast in its commitment to providing the Indian military with cutting-edge solutions for robust air defence. The Zen ADS HK empowers the Indian Army to effectively counter drone threats while simultaneously positioning Zen as a leader in the global anti-drone market.
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Published on: Jun 7, 2024, 1:51 PM IST
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