DRDO Transfers Camouflage Software and Multispectral Tank Model to Indian Army
The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) has transferred two significant indigenous technologies to the Indian Army’s Corps of Military Engineering (CME) in Pune. These include the Camouflage Pattern Generation Software Sigma 4.0 (CPGS 4.0) and a comprehensive Multispectral Signature Tank Mock-up.
These advanced systems are designed to enhance the Army’s capabilities in training and operations, focusing on camouflage and deception, which are crucial for survival on modern battlefields where surveillance and sensor technologies are rapidly advancing.
CPGS 4.0 is an upgraded software designed to create optimized camouflage patterns across various spectral bands such as visible, infrared, and radar. The software employs advanced algorithms to simulate different terrains, environmental conditions, and detection scenarios, allowing soldiers and engineers to customize camouflage to meet specific operational requirements.
The multispectral tank mock-up is crafted to mimic the physical and spectral properties of a real combat tank. This provides trainees with practical experience, enabling them to test and enhance camouflage materials, paint schemes, and concealment strategies in controlled settings that replicate real-world threats.
The integration of sophisticated software with a realistic mock-up addresses the increasing challenges posed by modern detection systems, including thermal imaging, UAV reconnaissance, and radar technologies. As traditional camouflage measures become less effective, developing multispectral deception capabilities becomes essential.
With the introduction of these technologies, the Army now has the capacity to experiment with and authenticate concealment methods more effectively, thereby improving tactical planning and enhancing operational survivability.
The handover highlights India’s dedication to achieving self-reliance in defense technology and emphasizes the collaboration between DRDO's research capabilities and the Army’s operational demands. These tools are intended to support both conventional and asymmetric warfare, ensuring that troops are better prepared to counter advanced enemy sensors.
As emerging threats continue to transform modern warfare, DRDO’s Sigma 4.0 suite alongside the multispectral tank mock-up is expected to play a crucial role in helping the Indian Army maintain tactical superiority on the battlefield.
