Aerial Delivery System
Brake Parachute
Brake parachutes also known as drag chutes or drogue parachutes, are small parachutes deployed to rapidly reduce the speed of an object. These are commonly used in aviation, space and motorsports where conventional braking systems are not sufficient or feasible.
Purpose
Designed for effective deceleration
Client
Ministry of Defence (INDIA)
Key Components
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Designed for effective deceleration
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Ensures safe landing of Indian Air Force fighter aircraft across all weight classes in both normal and emergency conditions.
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Are indigenously designed and developed for IAF operations.
Major Sub-systems
Platform System
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For palletisation and lashing of combat equipment and cargo
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Provides mounting for the parachute system
Parachute System
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Extracts and decelerates the platform with payloads during airdrop from aircraft