Advanced Air Defence (AAD) Mobile Launcher System (MLS)

The AAD MLS is a Multi-technology Weapon Platform jointly developed by Tata Advanced Systems with DRDO. It is an all-electric Launcher designed for all-weather and all-terrain day / night operation. The Launcher is mounted on a 12X12 HMV chassis and is designed to carry, orient and fire Six Canisterised Missiles in Single or Salvo Mode, from a stationary inclined launch position. A single truck carries the entire Launch Control System along with its power generation system. The AAD MLS provides a dual redundant communication link to the Launch Control Complex (LCC) comprising an RF Wireless Link and a Physical Link.

State-of-the-Art Technology

• PMA (Permanent Magnet Alternator) for DG set coupling
• Electronic Synchronisation between both Elevation Actuators
• Brushless DC Servo Motors
• Electro-Mechanical Outrigger Jacks for Stabilisation and Auto-Leveling
• VPX-based Controller

Salient Features

• High positional accuracy and Fast Coming-into and -out of Action
• Launcher protection from Missile exhaust plumes & debris using a Jet Deflector
• Auto and Semi-Auto Modes of Operation
• Electronic Controls ensure Automatic Operation including Safety Interlocks, Status Monitoring, Health Checks, BITE and Diagnostics to enable quick troubleshooting

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