DRDO hands over seven technologies developed under tech development fund to armed forces
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DRDO handed over seven technologies developed under the Technology Development Fund (TDF) to the armed forces to enhance indigenous defense capabilities.
Background
The Empowered Committee of DRDO approved the handover of seven technologies in New Delhi on December 2nd. Key technologies include a high-voltage power supply for airborne jammers, a tide-efficient gangway for naval jetties, and a waterjet propulsion system for fast interceptor craft.
Facts for Prelims
- BodyDRDO: Defense Research and Development Organization
- SchemeTechnology Development Fund (TDF): A scheme for developing indigenous defense technologies
- S&TWaterjet propulsion system: Developed for fast interceptor craft
For Mains
Q. Discuss the significance of the Technology Development Fund (TDF) in achieving 'Atmanirbhar Bharat' in the defense sector and the challenges in its end-to-end processing.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Procurement bottleneck: Delays in end-to-end processing of TDF projects affecting timely deployment
- Indigenization strategy: Reducing import reliance for specialized naval and airborne components
Keywords: Indigenization · Defense R&D · Technology Transfer · Atmanirbhar Bharat · Strategic Autonomy
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