India's defense capabilities have received a significant boost with a breakthrough in portable anti-tank guided missile (ATGM) technology. The High Energy Materials Research Laboratory (HEMRL), a leading Indian defense laboratory, has developed a revolutionary new propellant that significantly enhances the performance of these crucial weapons.
Named Dual Thrust Extruded Double Base (EDB) propellant, this innovation has successfully passed a battery of rigorous tests, including static trials, dynamic trials, and flight tests.
HEMRL scientists attribute the success of the propellant to its unique 'dual thrust' design. By incorporating special burn rate modifiers, the propellant can generate two distinct levels of thrust during the missile's flight.
This 'dual thrust' capability offers several tactical advantages:
- Optimized Performance: The propellant allows engineers to precisely tailor the pressure and thrust exerted on the missile, ensuring optimal performance throughout its flight.
- Extended Range: The dual-thrust design allows the missile to travel further, giving it the ability to engage enemy targets from greater distances.
- Accuracy: The controlled burn of the propellant guarantees that the missile follows its intended trajectory accurately, leading to more effective target destruction.
