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First Photonic Radar
July 7 , 2025
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- India’s Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) has developed the country’s first fully indigenous photonic radar.
- The radar uses the light-based components like lasers and photonic integrated circuits (PICs) instead of traditional radio waves.
- It operates at around 11 gigahertz (GHz) bandwidth, allowing it to detect stealth aircraft and small drones.
- The system provides a high resolution of about 1.3 centimetres, making it capable of spotting even tiny parts like drone blades.
- Its optical signal processing makes it naturally resistant to electronic jamming and deception.
- The radar is compact and energy-efficient, suitable for platforms like Su-30MKI, Tejas, Rafale jets, naval ships, and air defence units.
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