PUNE: Minister of State for Defence Shripad Naik inaugurated the Igniter Complex at High Energy Materials Research Laboratory (HEMRL) near Bavdhan on Tuesday.
HEMRL is a premier laboratory of DRDO and primarily engaged in developing Rocket and Gun Propellants, Pyrotechnic Devices, High Explosive Systems and synthesis of high energy molecules. The laboratory has developed several ignition systems to ensure reliable initiation of rocket motors of various tactical as well as strategic missiles.
During the inauguration ceremony, PK Mehta, DG (ACE), KPS Murthy, Director HEMRL,
Dr VV Rao, Director ARDE and Aloke Mishra, CCE R&D (West) were also present.
According to HEMRL officials, ignition is a crucial and highly critical phenomenon in the ignition chain of rocket motor. HEMRL has developed various fuel/oxidizer-based igniter compositions using organic binders. Noteworthy igniter compositions developed and productionised are BKNO3, GP and MTV in the form of granules as well as pellets.
“HEMRL has created a state-of-the-art facility for design, processing and evaluation of ignition systems. The facility consists of process, assembly & storage buildings and a design centre. Remotely-controlled sophisticated equipment such as Sieve Shaker, Planetary Mixer, Granulating Machine, Pelleting Machine etc are installed in the process buildings. Design, modelling and simulation laboratory and an assembly and testing centre are also part of the Igniter Complex. Noteworthy developments of the group in recent past are -- development of cap-based ignition system and multipoint simultaneous ignition system,” stated a press release from HEMRL.
MOS (Defence) visits Southern Command Headquarters
MOS (Defence) Shripad Naik earlier visited Headquarters Southern Command, Pune on Tuesday and was briefed on the operational preparedness of the largest Command of Indian Army, spread over 11 states and four union territories, including an island territory. He was received by Lieutenant General SK Saini, General Officer Commanding-in-Chief, Headquarters Southern Command.
The Southern Command has a responsibility of safeguarding 1,240 km long International Border and 7,516 km of coastline.