DRDO successfully conducted the flight test of the solid-fuel based ducted ramjet technology

¨     DRDO successfully conducted the flight test of the solid-fuel based ducted ramjet technology.

¨     The test was conducted at the Integrated Test Range in Chandipur, Odisha.

¨     With this test, India has joined the select group of countries possessing this advanced propulsion capability.

¨     Solid-fuel based ducted ramjet technology is crucial for long-range air-to-air missiles. It significantly enhances the range of the missile.

¨     It also increases speed and maneuverability in combat situations.

¨     All major sub-systems of the Solid Fuel Ducted Ramjet system performed as expected during the flight.

¨     These included the nozzle-less booster, solid fuel ramjet motor, and fuel flow controller.