The Supersonic Missile-Assisted Release of Torpedo (SMART) system was successfully flight tested on May 01, 2024 at about 8:30 am. This entire process was conducted from Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam Island off the coast of Odisha. “SMART” is a new generation missile-based low-weight weapon system, in which a lightweight torpedo is fitted and this torpedo is used as payload. It has been designed and developed by the Defense Research and Development Organization (DRDO) to enhance the anti-submarine warfare capability of the Indian Navy beyond the conventional limits of conventional torpedoes.
This canister-based missile system accommodates several advanced sub-systems, including two-stage solid propulsion system, electromechanical actuator system, inertial navigation system with precision. The Supersonic Missile-Assisted Release of Torpedo carries an advanced light-weight torpedo as payload with a parachute-based release facility.
This missile was launched from a ground mobile launcher. Many state-of-the-art features like balanced separation, ejection and velocity control have been tested in this test. Defense Minister Shri Rajnath Singh has congratulated the Defense Research and Development Organization and other defense industry partners on the successful flight-testing of the Supersonic Missile-Assisted Release of Torpedo system. He has said that the development of this system has further increased the lethality of our Navy.
Dr. Sameer V Kamat, Secretary, Department of Defense Research and Development and Chairman, Defense Research and Development Organisation, appreciated the collaborative efforts of the entire team of SMART and urged them to move forward on the path of excellence.
