Kerala-based innovator C.J. Varghese has made waves in the defence sector with his latest invention: a hand-portable "Kamikaze" drone.
Varghese, who already holds an impressive six patents, has secured yet another from the Patent Office of the Government of India for this cutting-edge device.
The drone's unique design, resembling a capsule or smart grenade, features foldable and deployable mechanisms that offer a novel approach within drone technology.
Varghese's "Track and Kill Suicide Drone" promises a significant change in military operations. He maintains that this drone can be effectively operated by infantrymen, a major shift from traditional drone control methods.
It boasts a quad-propeller design for flight and a built-in camera for guidance and terrain analysis.
This hand-portable Kamikaze drone highlights the unceasing drive for defence innovation. Its small size and potential versatility make it a potential asset for ground forces.
The drone's ability to quickly deploy and engage targets could add a new layer of precision and adaptability to combat operations.