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[Nike]

Photos taken in Portland 30 July 2014

 

[MarveL]

The Yogyakarta Royal Palace Soldiers

Dhaeng Soldiers

These soldiers were actually shipped from Macassar by the Dutch to reinforce Raden Mas Said (KGPAA Mangkunegoro I) at odds with Prince Mangkubumi (Sri Sultan Hamengkubuwono I). As a result of the dispute, Mangkunegoro I divorced his wife called GKR Bendoro and sent back to her father the Sultan Hamengkubuwono I. Mangkunegoro ordered the selected troops from Makasar to escort GKR Bendoro to Yogyakarta. Arriving at the Sultan’s Palace, the soldiers were welcomed and served well, which then made them did not want to come home to Surakarta, and chose to serve with loyalty to Sultan Hamengkubuwono I. As a reward, then Sultan Hamengkubuwono formed a special unit which consist of these soldiers called Bregada Dhaeng.

Philosophically, Dhaeng means brave and elite warrior. Previously, the hallmark of this unit was that any names of the soldiers were always using the word Niti. At present, in a variety of ceremonies, this brigade is always positioned in the second row after prajurit Wirobrojo.

Its flag named the Bahningsari, rectangular-shaped with a white base, in the middle there is a red octagonal star. Bahningsari derived from the Sanskrit word, bahning that means fire and sari which means core.

The uniform consists of black hat decorated with red and white feather, wulung headband, white jacket with red strip, blue lonthong, black kamus, white pants with red strip, black socks and loafers. The weapon used was a rifle, spear and keris.

The place for the Dhaeng soldiers named Dhaengan, a village located in the southwest palace of Yogyakarta

Ketanggung Soldiers

Philosophically, the name of Ketanggung means “has a very heavy responsibility.” Previously, these soldiers were responsible for guarding the palace and also guarding the king when he went out of the palace. These soldiers also served as a prosecution case. This brigade is comprised of 4 ranking officers named Panji, 8 noncommissioned sergeants, 72 soldiers and 1 soldier who carries the dwaja.

Panji or the flag of Ketanggung soldier named Cakraswandana. Its rectangular-shaped with a black base, there is a six-sided star with white color at the center of the flag.

The uniform is Sikepan shaped, with a lurik (striated) pattern typical of Ketanggung and black shorts outside white pants. They also wear black boots and a black Mancungan hat. The weapon used was a rifle with a bayonet and spear.

The presence of these soldiers became the name of the village Ketanggungan. This village still exists today.

 

[Nike]

If you want to see how Indonesian Kingdoms in Java fought their wars in mid 18 to 19 century you can see it from Keraton Yogyakarta palace soldiers today. They fought with European looks only (clothes, muskets, pikes, sabre, cannon and cavalry), but they has very limited access into European modern tactics maneuver, logistics support systems, school of soldiering, and some industrial prowess the European nations had.

 

[nufix]

If you want to see how Indonesian Kingdoms in Java fought their wars in mid 18 to 19 century you can see it from Keraton Yogyakarta palace soldiers today. They fought with European looks only (clothes, muskets, pikes, sabre, cannon and cavalry), but they has very limited access into European modern tactics maneuver, logistics support systems, school of soldiering, and some industrial prowess the European nations had.

yap, the only Indonesian Kingdoms in 18th and 19th century that were strong enough to directly oppose the europeans and keep them at bay were the Aceh Sultanate and the Kingdom of Bali.

Indonesian Defense Budget Will Rise to 2 Percent

By: Solihin

BANDUNG, FOKUSJabar.com: Candidates for President-elect Joko Widodo has a high commitment to the development and progress of the defense of the Indonesian Armed Forces (TNI).

In fact, Indonesia's defense budget is planned up to 2 percent of the Gross Domestic Product (GDP). By doing so, the development of defense programs in Indonesia, the better.

This was stated by the House of Representatives Commission I member Tubagus Hasanuddin, Saturday (02/08/2014). According to him, under the leadership of Jokowi-JK later, Indonesia's defense program going forward and step into the future challenges of the times. Moreover, the vision-mission-JK Jokowi in the defense and security of the state is very clear and focused.

"The defense budget was increased 2 percent is already a long-term government program since the first, but in reality it is a new budget peak at 0.8 percent," said Hasanuddin.

Not only that, the increase in the budget will be focused through the development of domestic products it themselves.

"We have a PT Pindad, PT DI, PT PAL, Space agency, and many more companies are ready to produce defense equipment inside," he explained. By doing so, the state could make efficiency budgets, financial and even can rotate in their own country. If it were so, it will generate added value for the domestic economy.

According to him, today's modern defense equipment is needed to replace the weapons that have eaten the times. Procurement of defense equipment is also currently being conducted with the supervision and based on need.

"Now it's just how the plan materialized. Of course there are the conditions do not leak, "he said. (**)

translated from: Anggaran Pertahanan Indonesia Akan Naik 2 Persen | fokusjabar.com

 

[DarkElf]

The Yogyakarta Royal Palace Soldiers

Is that real firearm with live bullet or just for show?

 

[nufix]

Is that real firearm with live bullet or just for show?

I think both, there are numbers on their firearms, means they were registered by their military quartermaster but not necessarily loaded. Much like today's swiss guard of Papal state i think.

 

[Nike]

hey do you know there is something wrong with this pics?

 

[Harkness]

hey do you know there is something wrong with this pics?

I saw twin mountains at the top right of the picture

 

[MarveL]

mado nakal ya.... sini gw jewer......

 

[Nike]

hehe air bag special edition, something the TNI AU must have whatever the cost

 

[Indos]

Broken translation from Google Translate:

LFX, Development of Indonesian Fighter Delayed

Liputan6.com, maintain the sovereignty of Indonesia in Jakarta, the main tool needs weapons systems (defense equipment) is necessary and important. The Indonesian government has started to aggressively build a weapons system in the country, one of which fighter development program KFX / IFX with South Korea.

Apparently, in addition to programs KFX / IFX, National Aeronautics and Space Agency (Lapan) also has conducted research supersonic fighter called Lapan Fighter Experiment (LFX). Researcher of LFX, Sulistyo Atmadi said his studies through research programs Research Capacity and Engineers (PKPP) Kemenristek to support independence fighter and project KFX / IFX.

"Previously, we're talking about the program are invited Kemenhan KFX / IFX., But it we have not been involved (in the program KFX / IFX) at that time because it was newly formed Pustekbang Lapan 2011. Then we submit it through PKPP research program to improve the education of our engineers conduct research a kind of initial configuration for fighter aircraft, "said Sulistyo when contacted Liputan6.com, Jakarta, Monday, April 21, 2014.

LFX itself has a concept as advanced training aircraft-5th generation, and with multi-mission capabilities and are designed to be in accordance with the geographical condition of Indonesia. Sulistyo added, though with a little budget, he and some fellow researchers have managed to make the concept LFX supersonic speeds.

"PKPP was only Rp 250 million, was to study the researcher for one year 5. Rp 250 million was for salaries of researchers, model-making, and so on. Was administered by Kemenristek, each PKPP was rationed Rp 50 million for each researcher., But we are already in conceptual design stage, we have designed the outer form and we test the wind tunnel and CFD simulations, "he added.

Project LFX has been conducted since 2012, but unfortunately the program was discontinued due to budget issues. In addition, almost the entire team Pustekbang Lapan is developing civilian aircraft N-219 with PT Indonesian Aerospace.

"Just in 2012 alone, in fact in 2013 there own research to create a model of the flight, but it turns out there are not funds. PKPP addition this year is not there this year again. This year there is no more research (LFX), because almost all human involved in N-219 because it's right and it takes a lot of energy (LFX) also has not been a priority, "explained Sulistyo.

For the continuation programs LFX, the man who has decades of experience in aviation technology is fully devolved to the Government. Because this is a program that requires a long-term budget and long term research.

"Depending on our national leadership, how? Are willing to pass on his KFX IFX if not so., But it's time we design the existing sources of ITB doctors who are also involved in a joint program of Korea and also Mr. Agung Nugroho, he is also involved in the KFX. So actually although the concept is different, but almost similar with IFX program so, "he added.

If passed, he hoped the government would help the transfer of technology to other countries so that the program can run faster LFX. In addition, the need to build a consortium of national fighter.

"The plane does not really matter, but if we want to make the instrumentation class that has stealth 5th generation. Was Korea only if stealth technology has not been given the same America. So given alone but knowledge is not given., But we keep trying, because the aircraft was not right only within a period of 1-5 years., but to 15-year term. Anyone know when we have to make, whether it exists or existing knowledge of other countries who are able to cooperate with us, "he said.

"If it's up to prototype level, is certainly necessary consortium, since Lapan not afford their own. Such PT DI to the industry, and BPPT because they have a lab, ITB and others. Duties as researcher If we wrote," he explained.

Meanwhile, separately contacted, a spokesman for the Defense Industry Policy Committee (KKIP) Silmi Karim LFX assess these programs can be maximized in order to assist the independence of the country. He hopes the team can help the program LFX KFX / IFX, that independence domestic fighter could be accomplished.

"We have to do a synergy, be it research or research and technology development. So it can be maximized in a single destination. Kemenhan If the policy has KFX / IFX with Korea, the Lapan continued then there LFX. Nah it's there 2 Energy, which that better maximized. Essentially we need to maximize the potential of the nation, "said Silmi. (Tanti Yulianingsih) -

LFX, Pengembangan Pesawat Tempur Indonesia yang Tertunda

Riset 2 yg penting seperti ini aja enggak dikasih duit yg cuma segitunya (sama seperti satelit dan roket yg pembiayaannya enggak optimal) ???

Gimana mau punya ribuan peneliti ?? Yg penting itu leader nya (answering your question at economy thread / @madokafc )

 

[Nike]

Broken translation from Google Translate:

LFX, Development of Indonesian Fighter Delayed

Liputan6.com, maintain the sovereignty of Indonesia in Jakarta, the main tool needs weapons systems (defense equipment) is necessary and important. The Indonesian government has started to aggressively build a weapons system in the country, one of which fighter development program KFX / IFX with South Korea.

Apparently, in addition to programs KFX / IFX, National Aeronautics and Space Agency (Lapan) also has conducted research supersonic fighter called Lapan Fighter Experiment (LFX). Researcher of LFX, Sulistyo Atmadi said his studies through research programs Research Capacity and Engineers (PKPP) Kemenristek to support independence fighter and project KFX / IFX.

"Previously, we're talking about the program are invited Kemenhan KFX / IFX., But it we have not been involved (in the program KFX / IFX) at that time because it was newly formed Pustekbang Lapan 2011. Then we submit it through PKPP research program to improve the education of our engineers conduct research a kind of initial configuration for fighter aircraft, "said Sulistyo when contacted Liputan6.com, Jakarta, Monday, April 21, 2014.

LFX itself has a concept as advanced training aircraft-5th generation, and with multi-mission capabilities and are designed to be in accordance with the geographical condition of Indonesia. Sulistyo added, though with a little budget, he and some fellow researchers have managed to make the concept LFX supersonic speeds.

"PKPP was only Rp 250 million, was to study the researcher for one year 5. Rp 250 million was for salaries of researchers, model-making, and so on. Was administered by Kemenristek, each PKPP was rationed Rp 50 million for each researcher., But we are already in conceptual design stage, we have designed the outer form and we test the wind tunnel and CFD simulations, "he added.

Project LFX has been conducted since 2012, but unfortunately the program was discontinued due to budget issues. In addition, almost the entire team Pustekbang Lapan is developing civilian aircraft N-219 with PT Indonesian Aerospace.

"Just in 2012 alone, in fact in 2013 there own research to create a model of the flight, but it turns out there are not funds. PKPP addition this year is not there this year again. This year there is no more research (LFX), because almost all human involved in N-219 because it's right and it takes a lot of energy (LFX) also has not been a priority, "explained Sulistyo.

For the continuation programs LFX, the man who has decades of experience in aviation technology is fully devolved to the Government. Because this is a program that requires a long-term budget and long term research.

"Depending on our national leadership, how? Are willing to pass on his KFX IFX if not so., But it's time we design the existing sources of ITB doctors who are also involved in a joint program of Korea and also Mr. Agung Nugroho, he is also involved in the KFX. So actually although the concept is different, but almost similar with IFX program so, "he added.

If passed, he hoped the government would help the transfer of technology to other countries so that the program can run faster LFX. In addition, the need to build a consortium of national fighter.

"The plane does not really matter, but if we want to make the instrumentation class that has stealth 5th generation. Was Korea only if stealth technology has not been given the same America. So given alone but knowledge is not given., But we keep trying, because the aircraft was not right only within a period of 1-5 years., but to 15-year term. Anyone know when we have to make, whether it exists or existing knowledge of other countries who are able to cooperate with us, "he said.

"If it's up to prototype level, is certainly necessary consortium, since Lapan not afford their own. Such PT DI to the industry, and BPPT because they have a lab, ITB and others. Duties as researcher If we wrote," he explained.

Meanwhile, separately contacted, a spokesman for the Defense Industry Policy Committee (KKIP) Silmi Karim LFX assess these programs can be maximized in order to assist the independence of the country. He hopes the team can help the program LFX KFX / IFX, that independence domestic fighter could be accomplished.

"We have to do a synergy, be it research or research and technology development. So it can be maximized in a single destination. Kemenhan If the policy has KFX / IFX with Korea, the Lapan continued then there LFX. Nah it's there 2 Energy, which that better maximized. Essentially we need to maximize the potential of the nation, "said Silmi. (Tanti Yulianingsih) -

LFX, Pengembangan Pesawat Tempur Indonesia yang Tertunda

Riset 2 yg penting seperti ini aja enggak dikasih duit yg cuma segitunya (sama seperti satelit dan roket yg pembiayaannya enggak optimal) ???

Gimana mau punya ribuan peneliti ?? Yg penting itu leader nya (answering your question at economy thread / @madokafc )

I am disagree with the opinion of Lapan agency, given with the resource we had, is quite absurd to diverse our commitment into two separate project/programme. They should pursue and focusing their commitment into another programme they had doing before the ruckus about KFX/IFX started, like rocket programme and UAV programme. Right now, where the result of their works? What kind of technological breakthrough they had achieve in rocket and UAV technology? I am more like the Silmy Karim arguments he is quite realistic.

 

[nufix]

I am disagree with the opinion of Lapan agency, given with the resource we had, is quite absurd to diverse our commitment into two separate project/programme. They should pursue and focusing their commitment into another programme they had doing before the ruckus about KFX/IFX started, like rocket programme and UAV programme. Right now, where the result of their works? What kind of technological breakthrough they had achieve in rocket and UAV technology? I am more like the Silmy Karim arguments he is quite realistic.

susah mbak, semua pengen kebagian jatah proyek. Liat aja roket, LAPAN, DISLITBANGAL, AD, AL punya proyek sendiri sendiri walaupun yang keliatan progessnya cuma LAPAN doang. UAV juga rebutan antara BUMN dan Swasta tapi masih berkutat di UAV intai doang toh.

 

[Nike]

BrahMos missile can be exported to SE Asian, Latin American nations

PTI | Aug 3, 2014, 09.08 PM IST

NEW DELHI: In line with Prime Minister Narendra Modi's vision to export defence hardware, supersonic cruise missile manufacturer BrahMos Aerospace has said that Southeast Asian and Latin American countries have shown interest in acquiring the 290km range weapon system and it is possible to export the missile to certain friendly nations.

"Several Southeast Asian and Latin American countries want the BrahMos, expressed interest in it, particularly for the naval and coastal defence versions. A definite list of such countries already exists. We are progressing with our marketing strategy for exporting BrahMos to certain nations, subject to clearance from both Indian and Russian governments," BrahMos Aerospace CEO Sudhir Kumar Mishra said.

"We expect several export contracts to be signed with nations friendly to both India and Russia in the near future," he told PTI in an interview.

Mishra declined to name the countries that have shown interest in the missile system but Defence Ministry sources said Vietnam and Indonesia in South East Asia and Venezuela in Latin America have expressed willingness to procure the missile.

Earlier, DRDO chief Avinash Chander had also expressed interest in exporting defence weapons to friendly countries.

DRDO and Russian NPO Mashinostroyenia (NPOM) are partners in BrahMos joint venture.

The intergovernmental agreement between India and Russia for development of BrahMos missile also stipulates use of this advanced system to be inducted into the Indian and Russian armed forces as well as export to friendly countries.

Recently, the Prime Minister had stated that India should now move towards self-reliance in producing military weapons and systems and also look for exporting them to the friendly nations.

Asked about his immediate plans for the missile firm, Mishra said it will be indigenising missile development in India, capacity building for larger production, meeting the production orders ahead of schedule to ensure delivery of missiles on time and ensuring different versions of BrahMos missiles to meet the aspirations and requirements of the defence force including Army, Navy and Air Force.

Mishra said the Indian contribution has so far been only for the inertial navigation guidance system and fire control system. "We have to focus on indigenously realising the engine and seeker for the BrahMos missile," he added.

BrahMos missile can be exported to SE Asian, Latin American nations - The Times of India

 

[Indos]

(Forgive me for poor Google translate performance, I don't have time to translate it by myself)

16 June 2014

PTDI Design Anti-Submarine Helicopter

State Owned Enterprises (SOEs) aircraft and helicopter manufacturer, PT DI Indonesia (PTDI) is able to design a super-advanced helicopter concepts. PTDI has a design that is equipped with a helicopter anti-submarine sonar technology. This sonar is able to detect the presence of submarines.

"Because this concept of PTDI so the copy right or copyright is for PTDI," said Director of PTDI (Persero) Budi Santoso to detikFinance when meting him at the Parliament Building, Jakarta, Tuesday (05/20/2014)

This helicopter development began when the Navy wants to have a super-sophisticated helicopters but must be relatively small and can be landed in the latest warship Frigate types. As a result PTDI, find a way to make a medium-sized helicopter that can land on the decks of warships, but was able to have the anti-submarine technology.

Usually submarine technology is found and attached to a large helikpter. PTDI took the helicopter manufacturer Eurocopter and sonar manufacturers the world to produce a medium helicopter with anti-submarine sonar technology. This helicopter design process takes 2 years.

"When we (the government) bought Frigate ship made in the Netherlands. It is already coming. That deck load only 5 tonnes so we have to find a helicopter weighs 5 tons with sophisticated weapons. People say I have a good sonar but the helicopter is big-big. Not possible (for helicopters being). Finally, use a lower grade sonar. If the long range sonar frequency was low. the antennae is big, "he explained.

Finally, the first born in the medium class helicopter which has anti-submarine sonar technology. This technology was developed in the AS565 Panther helicopter types. Although not producing (that) helicopter and sonar, but PTDI has copyrighted designs for AS565 Panther helicopter with anti-submarine sonar technology.

"For us this first. The first idea for a helicopter factory and apparently feasible to be done. That make the sonar, he says it's the first time he will plug in the helicopter's sonar (medium), "he said.

AS 565 Panther helicopters of the Navy has ordered a total of 11 units. Of the 11 such units, 2 units equipped with anti-submarine sonar technology and 9 are not equipped yet have the ability to at any time mounted anti-submarine technology.

"The first stage 11, but the use of sonar there are 2 That last delivery," he said.

PT Dirgantara Indonesia : PTDI Rancang Helikopter Khusus Anti Kapal Selam