The high-tech unit carries out technology research, evaluation and development.
New Delhi:
Keeping in mind the changing nature of the field, the Indian Army has formed an elite force to research and evaluate military applications of future communication technologies such as 6G, artificial intelligence, machine learning and quantum computing.
Officials said the Signals Technology Evaluation and Adaptation Group (STEAG) is mandated to foster technology across the full spectrum of wired and wireless systems.
The establishment of STEAG is part of the Army’s efforts to develop technology for future battlefields.
“By fostering collaboration with academia and industry, this project will have the ability to leverage niche technologies, leverage cutting-edge solutions, and identify suitable cases for defense applications,” one of the sources said. “This will be the first and best organization of its kind.”
He said this elite force will be responsible for all key upcoming technology areas, including electronic switching, mobile communications, software defined radio, electronic warfare systems, 5G and 6G networks, quantum technology, AI, machine learning, etc. The focus will be on
The high-tech division will carry out technology research, evaluation, development and management of core ICT solutions and provide user interface support with maintenance and upgrades of the latest technologies available within the environment, it added.
Chief of Army Staff Manoj Pande has emphasized the need for the military to acquire new technologies in view of the changing nature of warfare.
“In line with the ethos of Atmanirbhar Bharat and Startup India, STEAG will help bridge the gap between the military on the one hand and industry and academia on the other,” the official said on condition of anonymity. .
He said the new center of excellence is expected to be a game-changer in promoting independence in high-end communications technologies, which have traditionally been the exclusive domain of a few countries with developed economies and research ecosystems. He said that
The Army believes that communications will become a critical element of military operations.
Another official said, “As battlefield technology evolves rapidly, sides with better communications technology and the ability to connect different components for information sharing will have an advantage over their adversaries.” I will stand.”
He said modern warfare requires the introduction of new equipment to provide seamless communications support to units and formations during operations.
“To absorb such technological advancements, the Indian Army has launched this ground-breaking technology-oriented force, STEAG, which will enhance its capabilities in the digital domain,” he added.
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