India's Innovations for Defence Excellence (iDEX) initiative is calling on the nation's private sector to create a cutting-edge software module aimed at enhancing the maintenance of critical machinery aboard its naval vessels.
The goal of this challenge is to ensure India's naval fleet remains consistently operational and mission-ready.
The desired software module should have the capability to anticipate potential malfunctions and calculate the remaining lifespan of vital shipboard equipment.
This predictive power will be derived from in-depth analysis of historical data, including information sourced from Defect and Repair Transaction (DART) tables within a vessel's Comprehensive Maintenance Management System (CMMS).
Companies are encouraged to apply the latest advancements in machine learning or artificial intelligence to construct reliable models based on this extensive data.
This iDEX challenge presents a valuable opportunity for Indian private companies specializing in data analytics, artificial intelligence, and machine learning to play a role in bolstering India's naval defense capabilities.
The development of this homegrown technology strongly supports the "Make in India" initiative, fostering self-reliance and lessening the need for external solutions in critical defense areas.
