Rafael of Israel is presenting a range of new systems at the ongoing airshow and also presenting local partnerships such as Kalyani-Rafael (KRAS) and Astra-Rafael (ARC) with whom it has joint ventures. Rafael is showcasing I-Derby missiles, RecceLite reconnaissance pods,...
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Rafael of Israel is presenting a range of new systems at the ongoing airshow and also presenting local partnerships such as Kalyani-Rafael (KRAS) and Astra-Rafael (ARC) with whom it has joint ventures.
Rafael is showcasing I-Derby missiles, RecceLite reconnaissance pods, Litening advanced targeting pods, Spice munitions, the Spike Missile Family, and BNET tactical communications system. Rafael is presenting advanced versions of both the Litening and RecceLite pods together with its local partners.
Rafael has been in India for decades and continues its long-term effort to invest in the supply of advanced defense systems to the Indian market, while through its partners, is offering state-of-the-art systems that can be produced in India independently by KRAS and ARC, allowing for the transfer of technology, know-how, and active support of the local industry, and Indian economy.
"I would like to say with great pride that Rafael has a rich legacy here - with 25 years of work in India. Throughout that time we have successfully delivered a variety of advanced systems and solutions in several different spheres and services. Systems that are combat proven on a wide variety of platforms. We are proud to see some of these systems still in active, operational use even 20 years later. This serves as a clear example of not only our history in India and alongside our Indian counterparts; It also conveys the deep and firm commitment to maintain this longstanding association and partnership,” said Maj. Gen. (Ret.) Yoav Har-Even, President & CEO of Rafael.
Rafael’s focus on the local industry within India is also well supported by the local manufacturing of the Litening 4i. The BNET-AR is being manufactured in India by Rafael’s Indian subsidiary ARC, and in use by the Indian Air Force.
Rafael’s RecceLite reconnaissance pod provides multi-spectral, multi-role, real-time stand-off and stand-in reconnaissance, consisting of an airborne pod, a wide digital D/L, and a ground exploitation station. In January 2022, Rafael announced it had completed development of RecceLite 3rd generation XR, the latest model of the advanced, state-of-the-art reconnaissance system. The new RecceLite is an upgrade to the operational system used by the IAF.
The Litening advanced targeting pod is the world’s most widely used targeting and navigation pod. It incorporates a wide array of sensors enabling target detection, recognition, identification. Known for its ability to shorten the sensor-to-shooter cycle, Litening provides electro-optical tracking of multiple dynamic and stationary targets. The Litening -5 provides advanced operational capabilities which enhance the fighter mission and effectiveness of combat range. It allows the operation of all types of air-to-surface smart weaponry, including laser-guided, GPS-guided, and EO/IR imaging guided munitions.
The BNET SDR Family offers advanced, tactical broadband IP-MANET (Mobile Ad Hoc Network) Software Defined Radio (SDR) solutions that provide reliable high-speed, low-delay connectivity for broadband data, voice and video on-the-move for ground and airborne platforms, HQs, and dismounted soldiers. These modular, multi-band, multi-channel, net-centric systems support unprecedented data rates and user numbers enabling all land, sea, and air units to participate in a single, seamless, scalable network. This industry leading comprehensive communications system includes vehicular (BNET-V), man-pack (BNET-MP) and handheld (BNET-HH) variations, and aerial connectivity for aircraft (BNET-AR). In October 2021, Rafael unveiled BNET Nano, a new variant small enough to fit within the palm of your hand.
The company’s Spice family of munitions are stand-off, autonomous, air-to-surface munitions which provide pinpoint accuracy at high attack volumes, independent of GPS navigation, based on autonomous electro-optic scene matching artificial intelligence algorithms. Operational and combat proven in the Israel Air Force and others around the globe, the Spice family currently consists of the Spice 250,Spice 1000, and Spice 2000 variants.
Rafael Spike family of fifth generation multi-purpose EO-guided missiles provides pinpoint precision up to 32 km in the air, on land, and at sea. With fire-and-update capabilities, SPIKE’s exceptionally high accuracy extends Beyond Line of Sight, greatly enhancing ground vehicle survivability and minimizing the risk of collateral damage. Spike family variants have been purchased by thirty-nine nations, including nineteen NATO nations, and have been integrated onto forty-five different vehicles, helicopters, and naval platforms.
The Short- to Medium-Range BVR Air-to-Air (AA) I-Derby missiles make use of active radar allowing for short-range and Beyond Visual Range (BVR) interceptions. I-Derby missiles are operational in all weather conditions, are lightweight, and are effective against a wide range of targets. I-Derby can also function as a surface-to-air interceptor in RAFAEL's Spyder air defence system
The Spyder air defence system is a quick reaction, low-level surface-to-air missile system designed to counter attacks by aircraft, helicopters, UAVs, and precision guided munitions. The system provides effective protection of valuable assets, and first-class defense for forces located in the combat area. SPYDER’s open architecture allows external components to be easily integrated and flexibly combined, affording different configurations with various ranges and capabilities based on customer needs and priorities. Its autonomous capabilities can detect threats while on the move, and enables a 360° launch within seconds of the target being declared hostile, in all-weather, multi-launch, and net-centric capabilities. All Spyder SAM systems have multiple target engagement capability for handling saturation attacks.
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