New Delhi: Around 75 Artificial Intelligence (AI)-enabled defence products were launched by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh at an event in New Delhi. Out of the total AI-enabled defence products launched, many have already been deployed while the others are in the process of being deployed. Amongst these, one of the most eye-catching product was the Silent Sentry which is a key technology developed by the design bureau of the Indian Army to plug the gaps in surveillance networks.Also Read - Artificial Intelligence, Air-Based Sensors To Help Indian Army Scan LAC Amid Increase In Chinese Exercises
At the event, products were launched under multiple domains like cyber security, human behavioural analysis, block chain-based automation, command, control, communication, computer & intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance, intelligent monitoring systems, speech, voice analysis using natural language processing and the list goes on.
The Silent Sentry, as the name suggests is a sentry with rail-mounted robots that would enhance the surveillance along the Line of Control (LoC) in Jammu and Kashmir Kashmir. These fully 3D printed robot slides can be installed on the fences and in the Anti Infiltration Obstacle System (AIOS). The robots which function autonomously within set limits can be then controlled by computers, tablets and android apps.
Multiple modes of operation have been provided for control of the robot on the user interface. The users can select manual mode, automatic patrolling mode, switch off-on facial recognition, human detection and audio alarms as per customised requirements.
Speaking to IANS on the use of AI-enabled technology in the defence sector, Major General (retd) Ashok Kumar said, “Surveillance remains a major challenge for the defence forces both on Pakistan and China borders, but it has a different dimension on the LoC with Pakistan as regular intrusion attempts are made, including covering fire by the Pakistan Army.”
He further added, “The development of Silent Sentry is going to be a major boon on the surveillance network, especially on the Pakistan border. This AI-powered equipment will not only detect the intrusion, but will also initiate fire when the intruder is in the effective range. It will not require human manning and will be a game changer.”
AI is impacting almost all the sectors across the globe, including India. The impact is making huge inroads in the problem solving domain of defence as well. Defence PSUs have made substantial progress wherein 40 AI products were developed by March 22, a substantial increase over the last two years.
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Published Date: July 13, 2022 11:42 AM IST
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