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India is rapidly progressing in drone technology, says IIT-Kanpur’s Director
- IIT-Kanpur is becoming a prominent center of drone technology development, thanks to its airstrip and 'flight lab'.
- Prof Manindra Agrawal, Director of IIT-Kanpur, aims to establish it as a national drone technology hub.
- India is progressing swiftly in small-weight drone categories but lags behind in larger drones that can carry heavy payloads.
- Challenges include the need for specialized engines for drones and developing communication systems and cameras locally.
- IIT-Kanpur initiated drone projects funded by an alumnus, resulting in successful startups like EndureAir and VU Dynamics supplying to the armed forces.
- The institute has advanced testing facilities, including an airstrip, flight lab, wind tunnel, and 3D printing for prototyping drones.
- Prof Subrahmanyam Saderla developed a flight simulator for drones at IIT-Kanpur.
- The aim is to make IIT-Kanpur a national hub for drone technology, supported by stakeholders from the armed forces and Ministry of Defence.
- Efforts are underway to secure funding for expanding prototyping and testing facilities for drones at IIT-Kanpur.
- India is making significant progress in drone technology, positioning itself on par with global advancements in certain drone categories.
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