ideaForge Launches Advanced UAVs at Aero India 2025
ideaForge Technology Limited, recognized as a leading figure in drone technology, has introduced its latest array of advanced UAV platforms at the prestigious Aero India 2025 event in Bengaluru. This showcase featured notable systems such as the NETRA 5, SWITCH V2, and conceptual UAVs for Tactical and Logistics operations. Aero India, a premier exhibition in aerospace and defense, offers an exceptional platform for unveiling pioneering aerial technologies that redefine defense capabilities.
This launch signifies a key advancement in ideaForge’s mission to provide locally developed solutions that simultaneously enhance operational reliability and security for both defense and commercial sectors. With the release of this new UAV lineup, ideaForge aims to bolster India’s defense capabilities and address significant operational obstacles, ensuring high performance across diverse missions.
CEO Ankit Mehta shared, “At ideaForge, we are committed to creating UAVs that meet the specific challenges faced by defense forces and industries. Our launch of the NETRA 5, SWITCH V2, and other advanced systems showcases our dedication to improving national security and operational effectiveness. These UAVs, entirely developed in India and equipped with cutting-edge security features, redefine equipment and mission safety. Our presentation at Aero India 2025 embodies our vision to future-proof defense operations with uncrewed platforms that are secure and capable.”
Overview of New UAVs
The NETRA 5 leads the new product lineup as a compact, high-performance UAV tailored for real-time intelligence and surveillance. Designed to manage complex missions, it incorporates advanced AI capabilities, ensuring readiness for future technologies and autonomous operations critical for high-stakes environments. Its robust design allows for successful missions even in GNSS-denied settings, employing frequency hopping to counter electronic warfare.
Building on the success of the original model, the next-generation SWITCH V2 offers a 25% performance improvement over its predecessor, gaining a solid reputation among military and civilian users. This versatile hybrid UAV supports enhanced multi-role functions, including military mapping, and is engineered to transition smoothly from vertical takeoff to fixed-wing flight for extended-range missions. Its capabilities further include deep ISR (Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance) and operations in challenging environments, making it essential for contemporary defense strategies.
Furthermore, the Tactical UAV (Concept) serves as a powerful tool for armed forces and first responders, featuring an impressive endurance of up to 6 hours and an operational range of 80 km. This system combines the extensive capabilities of larger UAVs with the maneuverability of a compact design, essential for diverse missions like reconnaissance, border security, and disaster response.
The Logistics UAV (Concept) is designed for autonomous operations in extreme terrains, with the ability to take off from small locations at high altitudes. This UAV supports various missions involving medical evacuation, cargo transport, and precision aerial drops, thanks to its modular design and quick deployment capabilities.
Programs for Innovation and Collaboration
In tandem with the UAV launches, ideaForge has introduced two innovative programs: the Early Access Program (EAP) and the Co-Innovate Access Program (CAP). The EAP allows select partners early access to the NETRA 5, enabling collaboration on testing and feature development, while the CAP facilitates organizations in co-creating tailored solutions for applications ranging from medical evacuations to logistics operations. Both programs are ideal for organizations eager to pioneer drone technology and push the envelope of UAV innovation.
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About ideaForge Technology Limited
ideaForge stands out as a leading entity in India’s unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) market, focused on delivering high-performance drones for security, mapping, surveillance, and disaster response. Having the largest operational deployment of indigenous UAVs in India, ideaForge drones are launched every three minutes, boasting over 600,000 successful flights. Ranked third globally among dual-use drone manufacturers, ideaForge continues to spearhead innovation in the industry.
With a foundation in pioneering technologies and substantial backing from renowned investors, ideaForge is set to advance unmanned systems and redefine operational capabilities.
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