At
Defexpo India 2016, Thales and BEL-Thales Systems Limited (BTSL), the
joint venture between Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL) and Thales, have
signed a partnership agreement for the joint development of the PHAROS
fire control radar. |
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This strategic
co-operation contract will allow Thales and BTSL to jointly develop
PHAROS, a fire control radar for both gun and missile systems. PHAROS
provides defence against small, fast moving and highly manoeuvrable
air and surface targets that may also be encountered in littoral missions.
The multiple target tracker is capable of simultaneously controlling
— in all weather conditions — the engagement of these targets
with guided ammunition.
This joint development will strengthen the co-operation of Thales and
BTSL in the field of innovative technologies. The responsibility of
overall system design will be borne by Thales. BTSL will develop the
mechanical design and radar processing modifications while Thales will
be responsible for the design and production of the radar antenna.
BTSL will carry out its share of the development work in Bengaluru.
This co-development agreement between Thales and BTSL is in line with
the ‘Make in India’ vision of the Government of India.
The jointly developed PHAROS system will cater to both domestic Indian
and international market requirements.
PHAROS is a tracking radar for gun and missile control. Its electronic
beam steering capability enables multiple-target tracking and integrated
guided ammunition control. PHAROS controls any medium calibre type gun,
ranging from 30mm to 76mm for naval and ground-based applications. PHAROS
provides defence against small, fast moving and highly manoeuvrable
air and surface targets. |
