DRDO seeks faster development of materials to keep pace with defence tech cycles
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Why in news
DRDO chief Samir V Kamat called for a reduction in the development cycle of critical materials to address the bottleneck where material development lags behind rapidly evolving defense technologies.
Background
DRDO chief Samir V Kamat and Air Marshal Yalla Umesh highlighted that dependence on foreign original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) in aerospace manufacturing hinders self-reliance. The focus is on accelerating indigenous material development to achieve 'Aatmanirbharta' and global technological leadership.
Facts for Prelims
- PostSamir V Kamat: Chief of the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO)
- FactAerospace manufacturing: Currently faces dependence on foreign original equipment manufacturers (OEMs)
For Mains
Q. Discuss the challenges in achieving 'Aatmanirbharta' in defense technology, specifically focusing on the bottleneck of material science and indigenous manufacturing capabilities.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Supply chain vulnerability: High dependence on foreign OEMs for critical aerospace components
- R&D synchronization: Lag between rapid system evolution and slower material science development cycles
- Technological sovereignty: Need for indigenous material science to ensure long-term defense autonomy
Keywords: Aatmanirbharta · Original Equipment Manufacturers · Material Science · Defense Technology · Indigenous Capability
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