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Development Background The Need for UCDU Testing in Fighter Aircraft For fighter jets, the landing gear system, and its corresponding display unit are critical for safe takeoffs and landings. The Undercarriage Display Unit informs the pilot of the landing gear’s status, including whether it is extended or retracted. Any failure or inaccuracy in this system […]
September 2024

Precision in Aircraft Structural Testing: Solutions for Data Acquisition Systems in Fighter Aircraft

Structural testing is the backbone of aircraft development, ensuring that every part of an aircraft can withstand the stresses and strains encountered during operation. Fighter aircraft are subjected to extreme conditions, and structural integrity is paramount to perform under combat conditions. Mission outcomes depend on rigorous testing protocols that simulate real-world scenarios. The SCTF evaluates […]

September 2024

Delivering Mission-Critical Defense Equipment Reliability with the Pinaka G-Meter

At Pinaka Aerospace Solutions, we’re known for our commitment to indigenization and innovation, and we have developed a solution to address this challenge: the G-Meter. This advanced device monitors and records shock, vibration, and environmental conditions experienced by mission-critical equipment, ensuring that these systems remain operationally effective and reliable throughout their lifecycle. The Importance of […]

September 2024

Pinaka Indigenizes the Osa-AKM’s Missile Alignment System Bolstering India’s Air Defense Capabilities

The Osa-AKM surface-to-air missile (SAM) system is deployed by the Indian Air Force and the Indian Army as an important part of their air defense inventory. Developed by the Soviet Union and having seen action in multiple wars globally, the Osa-AKM has proven to be a reliable and effective solution for countering aerial threats. The […]

September 2024

Pinaka Aerospace Solutions’ Compact Radar Target Simulator: Redefining Radar System Evaluation

Pinaka Aerospace Solutions has developed a state-of-the-art solution with its Compact Radar Target Simulator (CRTS). This tool enhances radar system testing, enabling the development of radars without the need for testing against live aircraft flying maneuvers. This provides for significantly reduced development time for radars since the performance of the radars can be tested frequently […]

September 2024

Indigenizing Aerospace Technology: Pinaka Aerospace’s Innovation in Fuel Flow Meter for the HAL AVRO 748

This blog explores Pinaka Aerospace’s expertise in indigenizing the fuel flow meter for the Indian Air Force’s aging AVRO, as it transitions to modern aircraft. It discusses the importance of indigenization to ensure operability, the features of the fuel flow indicator, the development process, operational efficiency, improved reliability, and self-reliance for continued national defense capabilities. […]

September 2024

Harnessing and Deploying Data: The Pinaka Versatile Interface Unit

Adaptability to diverse operational environments is essential in aerospace and defense, especially when integrating and utilizing data from various systems. Systems must be robust, reliable, and flexible enough to interface multiple technologies. This is particularly important for the Indian military, which has acquired a range of disparate systems over the years, adhering to various standards […]

September 2024

ZETWERK-Pinaka’s Expertise in Avionics Integration

Integrating the Hand Control Panel (HCP) with the joystick in DARIN-compatible Jaguar aircraft is a consequential advancement in cockpit operations and operability extension. The ZETWERK-Pinaka solution augments pilot control, situational awareness, and operational efficiency in DARIN II and DARIN III systems. The result is a future-proofed solution that delivers performance in combat situations and mission […]

August 2024

Radhika P: Steering Pinaka Aerospace to greater heights in the defense sector

After 17 successful years as a scientist with DRDO, Radhika P founded Pinaka Aerospace in 2007 to bridge the gap between cutting-edge technology and practical solutions in India’s defense and aerospace sectors. Radhika’s journey began with a BSc in Hyderabad and an MSc in Computer Science in Mysuru, leading to her role in DRDO where […]

July 2024

Zetwerk and SpaceNex Aero: A Case Study in Adaptability and Growth

Introduction SpaceNex Aero Pvt. Ltd., a Bengaluru-based precision machining company inspired by Elon Musk’s SpaceX, wasn’t widely known for its operations beyond the niche world of aerospace and defense. Until 2021, their expertise was crafting intricate components like cockpit parts, thermal equipment, and night vision lenses for these highly regulated sectors. However, expansion into broader […]

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