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Inauguration of Submersible Platform for Acoustic Evaluation in Kerala
- 19 Apr 2024
On 17th April 2024, a cutting-edge Submersible Platform for Acoustic Characterization and Evaluation (SPACE) was unveiled at Kerala's Idukki.
Key Points
- Purpose of SPACE: Designed by Naval Physical & Oceanographic Laboratory of DRDO, SPACE serves as a testing and evaluation hub for sonar systems for the Indian Navy.
- Technological Advancement: SPACE represents a significant milestone in naval technology advancement, equipped with two distinct assemblages for surface and submersible operations.
- Operational Features: SPACE includes a floating platform and a submersible platform capable of descending to depths of up to 100 meters using winch systems.
- Evaluation Capabilities: SPACE facilitates the evaluation of complete sonar systems, enabling quick deployment and recovery of scientific packages for data collection and analysis.
- Versatile Applications: SPACE will conduct surveys, sampling, and data collection of various parameters using modern scientific instrumentation, catering to the needs of Anti-Submarine Warfare research.
- Research Capabilities: Equipped with modern laboratories for data processing and sample analyses, SPACE heralds a new era in Anti-Submarine Warfare research.
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