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India.com
4 days ago
- Business
- India.com
Bad news for Pakistan, China as India's BrahMos-2 hypersonic missile will be based on Russia's deadly..., it will be lethal because...
India's BrahMos Missile BrahMos-2 hypersonic missile: In a significant development after the success of BrahMos hypersonic missile during the recently conducted Operation Sindoor, media reports have it that technology of Russia's Zircon hypersonic missile will be used in the upcoming variant of the Indo-Russian collaborated BrahMos 2 missile. As per a report by Russian news agency TASS, BrahMos Aerospace CEO Atul Rane has said that the development of BrahMos-2 is in an advanced stage and the first flight of BrahMos-2 can be conducted in 2027 or 2028. Here are all the details you need to know BrahMos-2 hypersonic missile. Readers must note that the BrahMos-2 missile is the hypersonic variant of BrahMos supersonic missile that India is currently using. The missile is being jointly developed by Russia's Research and Production Association of Machine-Building (NPO Mashinostroeniya) and India's Defense Research and Development Organization (DRDO). BrahMos-2 hypersonic missile The new BrahMos-2 hypersonic missile will include many features of Zircon missile. For a background, Russia's Zircon missile is a maneuvering anti-ship hypersonic cruise missile with an estimated range of 500 km to 750 km. BrahMos proved its effectiveness again during Operation Sindoor: India's Ambassador to Russia In a significant development after Operation Sindoor, India and Russia have continued to deepen their defence cooperation. The effectiveness of 'Made in India' defence equipment was decisively proven during Operation Sindoor against Pakistan, Vinay Kumar, the Ambassador of India to Russia, said in an interview to a Russian publication. 'Our relations have even deepened recently. We not only buy and sell military equipment, but also engage in joint development and production of defence products. Equipment manufactured in India, including BrahMos (a supersonic anti-ship missile of joint Russian-Indian production), has repeatedly proven its effectiveness, including during the period from May 7 to 10. Therefore, I believe that our relations in this area will only develop,' Ambassador Vinay Kumar told Izvestia in an interview. (With inputs from agencies)
Yahoo
20-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
A new radar, the most advanced of its kind, is joining the US defense against hypersonic missiles
Raytheon, a division of RTX, announced its new upgraded radar for hypersonic missile defense. The company said on Monday it delivered the radar to the US Missile Defense Agency. Hypersonic weapons are fast with unpredictable flight patterns that challenge current missile defenses. Raytheon has given the US Missile Defense Agency a new radar, the most advanced of its kind, that it says can support the difficult mission of defending against hypersonic weapons. The radar is one of the latest examples of how the US is working to strengthen its air defenses against more advanced threats like hypersonic weapons, which are nearly impossible to intercept with current systems. Raytheon, an RTX Corporation business, announced on Monday the delivery of its first upgraded AN/TPY-2 missile defense radar featuring a Gallium Nitride (GaN) populated array. These radars are able to detect, track, and discriminate ballistic missiles in multiple phases of flight. The latest upgrade improves the sensitivity and range of the radar and expands its surveillance capabilities. "The radar also features the latest CX6 high-performance computing software that offers more precise target discrimination and electronic attack protection," Raytheon said in a release. Some experts have noted the game-changing use of GaN semiconductor technology in enhancing radars, radio frequency sensing, and other communication platforms. Multiple big players in the defense industry have been working on GaN-based capabilities, especially for upgrading sensors and weapons systems. Last fall, Raytheon began production of the GaN-empowered Lower Tier Air and Missile Defense System (LTAMDS) with the Army, designing it to ultimately replace the current Patriot missile defense system radars. Raytheon's new version of the AN/TPY-2 is the most advanced it's built, said Sam Deneke, president of Air and Space Defense Systems at Raytheon, per the release. "As demand increases for missile defense of the homeland, the AN/TPY-2 radar is ready to meet the mission." US military officials have been pushing for more capabilities to defend against hypersonics for years now. They're daunting weapons due to a hypersonic missile's ability to fly low, fast, and maneuver along unpredictable flight paths that make them far more difficult to intercept than already challenging ballistic missiles that fly the predictable parabolic arcs. Both China and Russia, key US rivals, possess hypersonic missiles in their arsenals. US-made air defenses have defeated Russia's advanced Kinzhal air-launched ballistic missile, sometimes questionably touted as hypersonic weaponry. But defending against weapons more accurately identified by that name, such as China's DF-17 missile equipped with a hypersonic glide vehicle or Russia's Zircon scramjet-powered hypersonic cruise missile, could prove more difficult, though Ukraine has claimed to have defeated the Zircon. Though the weapons may not be unstoppable, they represent a much more challenging threat, and this technology is continuing to advance. China's expansion of its missile arsenal has raised concerns about the vulnerability of US forces and strategic allies and partners in the Indo-Pacific region. Washington lawmakers and US military leaders have repeatedly said that American forces lack the active and passive defenses needed to defend against a substantial Chinese missile bombardment that could include hypersonic weapons. But efforts are underway to strengthen these defenses. Last year, for instance, the US and Japan announced plans to jointly develop a hypersonic missile defense system as part of a Glide Phase Interceptor (GPI) Cooperative Development (GCD) Project Arrangement that aims to intercept a hypersonic weapon in its glide phase of flight. And more recently, the Trump administration began pursuing a new "Iron Dome for America," now called the "Golden Dome," because, as the president said in a January executive order, "the threat of attack by ballistic, hypersonic, and cruise missiles, and other advanced aerial attacks, remains the most catastrophic threat facing the United States." Read the original article on Business Insider
Business Insider
20-05-2025
- Business
- Business Insider
A newly upgraded radar, the most advanced of its kind, is joining the US defense against hypersonic missiles
Raytheon has given the US Missile Defense Agency a new radar, the most advanced of its kind, that it says can support the difficult mission of defending against hypersonic weapons. The radar is one of the latest examples of how the US is working to strengthen its air defenses against more advanced threats like hypersonic weapons, which are nearly impossible to intercept with current systems. Raytheon, an RTX Corporation business, announced on Monday the delivery of its first upgraded AN/TPY-2 missile defense radar featuring a Gallium Nitride (GaN) populated array. These radars are able to detect, track, and discriminate ballistic missiles in multiple phases of flight. The latest upgrade improves the sensitivity and range of the radar and expands its surveillance capabilities. "The radar also features the latest CX6 high-performance computing software that offers more precise target discrimination and electronic attack protection," Raytheon said in a release. Some experts have noted the game-changing use of GaN semiconductor technology in enhancing radars, radio frequency sensing, and other communication platforms. Multiple big players in the defense industry have been working on GaN-based capabilities, especially for upgrading sensors and weapons systems. Last fall, Raytheon began production of the GaN-empowered Lower Tier Air and Missile Defense System (LTAMDS) with the Army, designing it to ultimately replace the current Patriot missile defense system radars. Raytheon's new version of the AN/TPY-2 is the most advanced it's built, said Sam Deneke, president of Air and Space Defense Systems at Raytheon, per the release. "As demand increases for missile defense of the homeland, the AN/TPY-2 radar is ready to meet the mission." US military officials have been pushing for more capabilities to defend against hypersonics for years now. They're daunting weapons due to a hypersonic missile's ability to fly low, fast, and maneuver along unpredictable flight paths that make them far more difficult to intercept than already challenging ballistic missiles that fly the predictable parabolic arcs. Both China and Russia, key US rivals, possess hypersonic missiles in their arsenals. US-made air defenses have defeated Russia's advanced Kinzhal air-launched ballistic missile, sometimes questionably touted as hypersonic weaponry. But defending against weapons more accurately identified by that name, such as China's DF-17 missile equipped with a hypersonic glide vehicle or Russia's Zircon scramjet-powered hypersonic cruise missile, could prove more difficult, though Ukraine has claimed to have defeated the Zircon. Though the weapons may not be unstoppable, they represent a much more challenging threat, and this technology is continuing to advance. China's expansion of its missile arsenal has raised concerns about the vulnerability of US forces and strategic allies and partners in the Indo-Pacific region. Washington lawmakers and US military leaders have repeatedly said that American forces lack the active and passive defenses needed to defend against a substantial Chinese missile bombardment that could include hypersonic weapons. But efforts are underway to strengthen these defenses. Last year, for instance, the US and Japan announced plans to jointly develop a hypersonic missile defense system as part of a Glide Phase Interceptor (GPI) Cooperative Development (GCD) Project Arrangement that aims to intercept a hypersonic weapon in its glide phase of flight. And more recently, the Trump administration began pursuing a new " Iron Dome for America," now called the "Golden Dome," because, as the president said in a January executive order, "the threat of attack by ballistic, hypersonic, and cruise missiles, and other advanced aerial attacks, remains the most catastrophic threat facing the United States."
Yahoo
06-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
NATIONAL HOME IMPROVEMENT MONTH: ZIRCON WATER DETECTORS HELP HOMEOWNERS MINIMIZE COSTLY DAMAGE
Upgrade Your Home Protection in May with Leak Alert™ Electronic Water Detectors Providing Early Warning Against Water Damage CAMPBELL, Calif., May 6, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Zircon Corporation (OTCQX:ZRCN), a Silicon Valley-based technology innovator providing 50 years of precision with its electronic hand tools, offers an extensive line of Leak Alert™ water detectors designed to provide critical protection. These advanced detection devices can help homeowners and property managers discover water leaks before they cause significant and costly damage. Zircon logo (PRNewsfoto/Zircon) According to the Insurance Information Institute ( water damage and freezing account for nearly 24% of all homeowners' insurance claims, with the average claim costing $11,098. Water damage ranks as the second most common homeowners' insurance claim, with one in 50 homes filing a claim yearly. Even more concerning, water leaks in homes waste nearly 1 trillion gallons of water annually in the United States, according to the Environmental Protection Agency ( Zircon Leak Alert™ water detectors can detect even the smallest amount of water or moisture. Leak Alert™ Electronic Water Detector – This stand-alone water detector alerts users with a loud alarm when it detects moisture. It's ideal for placement near water heaters, washing machines, dishwashers, and under sinks. Powered by a 9V battery, the Leak Alert™ electronic water detector provides an affordable first line of defense against water damage. Leak Alert™ WiFi Smart Water Detector – Zircon's flagship water detector combines reliable leak detection with cloud-based communications and Wi-Fi modules. The Leak Alert™ WiFi includes a customizable and expandable system based on the user's needs, and operates without the need for an external hub, subscription fees, or specialized app. It's one of the most cost-effective smart water detectors on the market. When water is detected, the device sounds a powerful 105 dB alarm, while sending email alerts to contacts designated by the user. Powered by a 3V lithium battery, it can provide audible and visual alerts for up to 8 hours, even during power outages. A low-battery indicator is included for optimal safety. Leak Alert™ X Smart Water Detector – This innovative smart water detector operates similarly to the Leak Alert™ WiFi but features a unique two-part design with a main unit connected to a water-sensing probe via a 9.8ft (3m) cable. It's ideal for single family homes, multi-unit apartments, office buildings, rental properties, hotels, and schools. Powered by a long-life 3V Lithium battery, the Leak Alert™ X smart water detector sensor can be placed anywhere the potential for flooding or leaks exists, while keeping the alarm unit accessible via its built-in magnet or integrated mounting plate.
Hans India
30-04-2025
- Politics
- Hans India
North Korea conducts first test-firing of new warship's weapons systems
North Korea has conducted its first test-firing of key weapons systems on the country's new destroyer, with leader Kim Jong-un calling for accelerating the navy's capabilities to stage nuclear attacks, state media reported Wednesday. Under Kim's inspection, North Korea carried out the "combat application test" of weapons systems mounted on its new 5,000-ton destroyer named the Choe Hyon on Monday and Tuesday, Yonhap news agency reported quoting the Korean Central News Agency (KCNA). The North held a launching ceremony of the new multipurpose warship Friday, armed with weapons that it said will significantly enhance its naval operations. The destroyer is equipped with supersonic strategic cruise missiles, tactical ballistic missiles and other strike means. North Korea conducted a test-firing of supersonic cruise missiles, strategic cruise missiles, anti-aircraft missiles and 127-millimetre ship-based automatic guns Monday, the KCNA said. A test of firing ship-to-ship tactical guided weapons, the ship's automatic guns, smoke and electronic jamming guns took place the following day. The North's leader stressed the need to "perfect" the warship's weapons systems for integrated operations in a short span of time. "It is important to establish a proactive and offensive defensive system on the premise of powerful attack capability," Kim was quoted as saying by the KCNA. "The time has come to make a responsible option for accelerating the nuclear armament of the navy in order to defend the state and maritime sovereignty from the existing and future threat," the North's leader said, setting forth unspecified tasks for accomplishing such a goal. North Korea has focused on strengthening its naval power in an effort to build a platform capable of delivering nuclear attacks from the sea. At last week's launching ceremony, Kim called for building more warships of "Choe Hyon class" and larger cruisers, as well as various types of escort ships, next year and also developing "nuclear-powered submarines" in the future. In March, the North unveiled what appears to be a nuclear-powered submarine under construction, with its leader warning that his country's maritime defence capability will be "fully" projected "in any necessary waters without limitation." The supersonic cruise missile launched from the new destroyer bore resemblance to the Russian Zircon hypersonic cruise missiles, while the installation of the phased array radar appears to be similar to that of Russian vessels, according to Rep. Yu Yong-weon of the People Power Party. "It is highly likely that North Korea received up-to-date military technology from Russia in exchange for its troop dispatch," Yu said. In back-to-back confirmations, North Korea and Russia recently acknowledged the deployment of North Korean troops to Russia, in support of its war against Ukraine under a mutual defence treaty signed by their leaders in June last year. South Korea's National Intelligence Service said in October that North Korea had decided to send more than 10,000 troops to Russia. The military estimates that North Korea sent an additional 3,000 soldiers to the Kursk region in January and February.
