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Multi Barrel Loiter Munition (MBLM) System

Loiter Munition (LM) is new generation unmanned aerial platform which are designed to sense & shoot a target with pinpoint accuracy. It is pre-fitted with a warhead & has the capability to loiter over target and strike on confirmation by crashing into it. The current variants of LM can be launched by Rail/ Canister/ VTOL platforms. In case MBLM is developed to be launched from existing platform i.e Artillery Rocket Systems (GRAD/PINAKA/ SMERCH), it will enable employment without need of any manpower addition. Further, it will enable mass employment thereby enhancing its effectiveness multifold. The challenge envisages development of following system/ sub-system: - • Multi Barrel Launch System, compatible with GRAD/ PINAKA/ SMERCH platforms • Capability to launch 10 or more LM in salvo mode (to be specified by Developing Agency) • Engine and propulsion system • High speed air frame with actuators & cable harness • On board flight control computer with instruments/ sensors. • Long range communication system with data immunity and integrity. • Warhead and fuse • Anti-jammer GPS/ EO-IR seeker with vision guidance. • Ground Control Station (Software & Hardware) with capability to control multiple LMs together. • Ground based Simulator. • Any other component/ sub-component deemed essential by the developing agency

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