Published on: July 25, 2024
BALLISTIC MISSILE DEFENCE SYSTEM
BALLISTIC MISSILE DEFENCE SYSTEM
NEWS – India Tests Second Phase of Ballistic Missile Defence System
DETAILS OF THE TEST:
- Missile Type: Phase-II AD Endo-atmospheric missile
- Launch Time: 4:20 PM
- Launch Site: LC-III, ITR, Chandipur, Odisha
- Interceptor Activation: Detected by land and sea radars
KEY POINTS:
- System Capabilities:
- Range: Defends against missiles with a range of up to 5,000 km
- Altitude: Operates within the Earth’s atmosphere and slightly above it
- Components:
- Endo-atmospheric Missiles: Function within the atmosphere at altitudes below 100 km
- Exo-atmospheric Missiles: Operate in the uppermost region of the atmosphere
- Technology: Includes long-range sensors, quick communication, and advanced interceptor missiles
MONITORING AND DATA COLLECTION:
- Instruments Used: Electro-optical systems, radar, and telemetry stations
- Performance Monitoring: Captured flight data and tracked by range tracking instruments at various locations, including on-board ships
FUTURE IMPLICATIONS:
- Technological Development: Ongoing advancements in intercepting ballistic missiles within and beyond Earth’s atmosphere
- National Security: Enhances India’s defensive capabilities against ballistic missile threats