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Indrajaal is an Indian autonomous Wide Area Anti-Drone/Counter-Unmanned Aircraft System (C-UAS) developed by Grene Robotics. It utilizes AI technology to protect against drone threats in a wide area, providing a 360-degree coverage spanning up to 4,000 square kilometers.
Development and history
In 2019, Grene Robotics introduced GreneOS, a platform designed for hyper-automation and autonomous decision-making. With 15 years of research and development, Grene Robotics is the first Indian company to develop C5ISRT capability in the defence space. They introduced the greneOS Defence platform, now known as DefOS, an autonomous and unified defence system in 2021. It is an AI-powered Unified Autonomous Defense Operating System that delivers Autonomous Command, Control, Communication, Computers, Collaboration, Intelligence, Surveillance, Reconnaissance, and Targeting (C5ISRT), taking India from C4I to C5ISRT.
Later in 2021, Grene Robotics introduced two notable products within the DefOS ecosystem which are the Autonomous Manpad Data Link (AMDL) and the Indrajaal autonomous drone defence dome. In 2023, Indrajaal was officially launched in Hyderabad as the only autonomous wide area anti-drone/Counter-Unmanned Aircraft System (C-UAS).
Technology and features
Indrajaal is a wide-area system designed to operate beyond its initial deployment location, making it a network-centric system. It comprises twelve proprietary modular technologies that can be used separately or in combination:
greneOS - Patented Autonomous Resource Planning Engine
DefOS - Unified Command and Control Engine
HiveMind - AI Computer for mission planning and execution
Zombee Drone - Level 5 autonomous drones for threat neutralization
SkyCop Drone - Level 5 autonomous drone for threat surveillance
Brig Device - Edge AI smart data and control device
SpiderMesh - High-speed wireless mesh network covering up to 4,000 sq. km
Repulsor - Uses a tractor beam to jam and control drones
greneEYE - Utilizes machine vision to identify threats
HyperSensing - A combination of sensing technologies.
WeaponFusion - Integrates existing weapons for autonomous operation
GlobalGrid - Unified real-time command and control interface
Deployment
Indrajaal is operational at Grene Robotics' 70-acre test site in Hyderabad, India.
Effectiveness and impact
The Indrajaal system is a counter-drone technology. Its multi-dimensional perspective allows it to detect drones in various scenarios, from silent drones through radar to controlled drones via electromagnetic spectrum (ESM) and even thermal detection for nocturnal operations.
One remarkable aspect is its ability to detect drones in challenging environments like hilly terrains. This innovation represents a significant leap forward for India's defense capabilities, ensuring that drones of any type or origin cannot escape detection.
Artificial intelligence (AI) plays a crucial role, enabling real-time decision-making and precise identification of friendly drones.
See also
Drone Dome
DRDO Netra
