kanpur-based mku showcasing its armouring solution polyshield v6 that can cut helicopter weight 40%

[INDIAPOSITIVE]

MKU has armored Eurocopter BO-105 Helicopter
With the Make in India initiative on everyone’s mind, Aero India 2017 will be showcasing both Indian and international new technologies, including ultra light armour protection for helicopters, 3D printing for parts, nano technology, smart materials, AESA radar, infrared seeker and sensor technology, engines, and rotors. Around 270 Indian companies and 279 foreign companies are expected to participate in the premium aerospace and aviation exhibition, which starts on February 14.

Kanpur-based MKU Pvt Ltd is one of the Indian companies showcasing its cutting edge technology for mission critical modular protection for helicopters. Of all the factors that affect the performance of a helicopter, weight is the most important one, followed by lift, thrust and drag. MKU’s 6th Generation Polyshield V6 armoring technology uses advanced composite materials and techniques that reduce the weight of Armour for aircraft and helicopters by approximately 40% compared to standard armoring solutions.
“Keeping the multi role operations and survivability of utility and assault helicopters in consideration, the company designs helicopter Armour kits using the proprietary ‘Modular Schutz Technik’, which uses precision engineered composite armour panels along with patented aero-grade attachment systems,” said Neeraj Gupta, managing director, MKU. “These kits are installed in the existing structure of the helicopter, and do not require any structural changes or tampering with the aerodynamics of the helicopter. Hence, re-certification of the aircraft for airworthiness does not become an obligation.”


Given that aircraft and helicopters are big machines, they are prone to terminal attacks through armed fire from militants or enemy forces. The belly of the helicopter or aircraft, cockpit and the engine are most susceptible to attacks. Therefore, aircraft armoring solutions have been crucially important to decrease the susceptibility of the fixed wing and rotary aircraft and their crew. Without the necessary protection, they can become flying death-traps, making Armour protection an absolute necessity. Armour shield can protect against large-caliber anti-aircraft fire or Armour piercing ammunition typically with a great weight penalty, which affects the performance and load carrying capacity of the aircraft, among other things.
“We can Armour any helicopter for the Indian Armed Forces as well as paramilitary forces, as we have done almost 20 different types of helicopters worldwide including MI-8/17; Lockheed C-130; Pilatus PC-6 Turbo Porter; Boeing CH-47; Eurocopter BO-105; Sikorsky S-70 Black Hawk, UH60,UH 60M,” says Gupta. The Indian Air Force and BSF have evinced interest in this technology for their aircraft. Besides MKU, there are three major companies in the world that offer this technology including TenCate from Netherlands and Plasan Sasa from Israel.
At the Aero-India 2017, the UK based Rolls Royce is showing Advanced Military Fan Concept—a full scale model of military fan for a 5th generation fighter aircraft engine. This concept is designed to improve core efficiency while minimizing installation effects. France’s Thales will demonstrate its mastery of advanced technology and industrial prowess by displaying a wide range of its cutting-edge products. It will provide insights into rocket systems, underwater systems (sonars), surveillance and fire control radars, surface warfare systems (missiles), among others.

US firm Textron Systems will display a full-size Aerosonde Small Unmanned Aircraft System, as well as models of the Shadow v2 Tactical Unmanned Aircraft System (TUAS), Shadow M2, and models of Textron Systems’ precision-guided munitions.


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[Robinhood Pandey]

We can Armour any helicopter for the Indian Armed Forces as well as paramilitary forces, as we have done almost 20 different types of helicopters worldwide including MI-8/17; Lockheed C-130; Pilatus PC-6 Turbo Porter; Boeing CH-47; Eurocopter BO-105; Sikorsky S-70 Black Hawk, UH60,UH 60M,”

Despite of having such efficient companies in our own country . . we look outside for such works to be done for our armed forces.

sad state of affairs

 

[Robinhood Pandey]

Things are changing.That's why they are in the news..

This is the reason i hate Haramkhor khangress and that lungi antony.

bloody every . . . . every single thing was a mess under them.

 

[Crixus]

Even higher generals of defense forces dose not like Indian companies ... Tonbo issue ...they ordered Tonbo products when they saw US SEALS using them before they they rejected them ...foreign maal more incentives ..... some time back Gen. VK singh blamed some ex Lt Gen for offering bribe to giving red signals for Tatra deal ...its not just politicians

This is the reason i hate Haramkhor khangress and that lungi antony.

bloody every . . . . every single thing was a mess under them.

 

[SrNair]

This is the reason i hate Haramkhor khangress and that lungi antony.

bloody every . . . . every single thing was a mess under them.

Well, he was the one that gave much needed push for Akash missile.
You can blame him but doesnt shadowed some of his good activities even though majority was mired in negative decisions.

 

[Tshering22]

Despite of having such efficient companies in our own country . . we look outside for such works to be done for our armed forces.

sad state of affairs

Because of corrupt generals that are in touch with foreign companies.

They simply reject good products as well.

Instead, there should be a mandatory ban on importing full blown platforms into India.

Only then will this change.

 

[Deadpool]

Because of corrupt generals that are in touch with foreign companies.

They simply reject good products as well.

Instead, there should be a mandatory ban on importing full blown platforms into India.

Only then will this change.

It is already changing. Till now full blown Indian conglomerates were not allowed to enter fully in the defense sector. They have the resources and influence to fight dirty just like the foreign companies do. They have the resources to take unfair or biased decisions to court and prove it there.

This more than anything else is bringing about change.

It has not even been 3 years since they were allowed in and things are already changing so fast. The small companies regardless of how good could have never done this.

Give it time, even small Indian companies will start getting opportunities in a few years when the system changes even more.

 

[bipi@342]

MKU has armored Eurocopter BO-105 Helicopter
With the Make in India initiative on everyone’s mind, Aero India 2017 will be showcasing both Indian and international new technologies, including ultra light armour protection for helicopters, 3D printing for parts, nano technology, smart materials, AESA radar, infrared seeker and sensor technology, engines, and rotors. Around 270 Indian companies and 279 foreign companies are expected to participate in the premium aerospace and aviation exhibition, which starts on February 14.

Kanpur-based MKU Pvt Ltd is one of the Indian companies showcasing its cutting edge technology for mission critical modular protection for helicopters. Of all the factors that affect the performance of a helicopter, weight is the most important one, followed by lift, thrust and drag. MKU’s 6th Generation Polyshield V6 armoring technology uses advanced composite materials and techniques that reduce the weight of Armour for aircraft and helicopters by approximately 40% compared to standard armoring solutions.
“Keeping the multi role operations and survivability of utility and assault helicopters in consideration, the company designs helicopter Armour kits using the proprietary ‘Modular Schutz Technik’, which uses precision engineered composite armour panels along with patented aero-grade attachment systems,” said Neeraj Gupta, managing director, MKU. “These kits are installed in the existing structure of the helicopter, and do not require any structural changes or tampering with the aerodynamics of the helicopter. Hence, re-certification of the aircraft for airworthiness does not become an obligation.”


Given that aircraft and helicopters are big machines, they are prone to terminal attacks through armed fire from militants or enemy forces. The belly of the helicopter or aircraft, cockpit and the engine are most susceptible to attacks. Therefore, aircraft armoring solutions have been crucially important to decrease the susceptibility of the fixed wing and rotary aircraft and their crew. Without the necessary protection, they can become flying death-traps, making Armour protection an absolute necessity. Armour shield can protect against large-caliber anti-aircraft fire or Armour piercing ammunition typically with a great weight penalty, which affects the performance and load carrying capacity of the aircraft, among other things.
“We can Armour any helicopter for the Indian Armed Forces as well as paramilitary forces, as we have done almost 20 different types of helicopters worldwide including MI-8/17; Lockheed C-130; Pilatus PC-6 Turbo Porter; Boeing CH-47; Eurocopter BO-105; Sikorsky S-70 Black Hawk, UH60,UH 60M,” says Gupta. The Indian Air Force and BSF have evinced interest in this technology for their aircraft. Besides MKU, there are three major companies in the world that offer this technology including TenCate from Netherlands and Plasan Sasa from Israel.
At the Aero-India 2017, the UK based Rolls Royce is showing Advanced Military Fan Concept—a full scale model of military fan for a 5th generation fighter aircraft engine. This concept is designed to improve core efficiency while minimizing installation effects. France’s Thales will demonstrate its mastery of advanced technology and industrial prowess by displaying a wide range of its cutting-edge products. It will provide insights into rocket systems, underwater systems (sonars), surveillance and fire control radars, surface warfare systems (missiles), among others.

US firm Textron Systems will display a full-size Aerosonde Small Unmanned Aircraft System, as well as models of the Shadow v2 Tactical Unmanned Aircraft System (TUAS), Shadow M2, and models of Textron Systems’ precision-guided munitions.


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HAL should seriously look this solution for LCH and LUH.

 

[Water Car Engineer]

The Mexican military actually used this solution from MKU, even there is a story of one of their helicopters coming under attack from cartel gangs, the armoring did it's purpose.

And yes, it's hilarious that the MKUs, Tonbos, etc, etc. arent getting orders out their *** from Indian users.

 

[proud_indian]

The Mexican military actually used this solution from MKU, even there is a story of one of their helicopters coming under attack from cartel gangs, the armoring did it's purpose.

And yes, it's hilarious that the MKUs, Tonbos, etc, etc. arent getting orders out their *** from Indian users.

you have a link to this story?

 

[Water Car Engineer]

you have a link to this story?

@ 7:18

 

[Indika]

Because of corrupt generals that are in touch with foreign companies.

They simply reject good products as well.

Instead, there should be a mandatory ban on importing full blown platforms into India.

Only then will this change.

We should have transparent bidding and evaluation process. Military should only evaluate but not decide which to buy. That should be left to a independent panel.

 

[Tshering22]

We should have transparent bidding and evaluation process. Military should only evaluate but not decide which to buy. That should be left to a independent panel.

It doesn't get more transparent than what we have. Beyond a certain point, integrity is important.

Instead of generals getting to choose what weapons are needed, there should be randomised field testings by those in the infantry as junior officers or mid level officers who will most likely use the weapon systems in case of a war breaks out.

If they clear the weapons for induction, MOD should do it.

Not a very conventional method but it gets the job done.

And this should be very abrupt so that the testing officers are not intimidated into 'following direct orders' by their seniors involved with arms lobbies.

And yes, it's hilarious that the MKUs, Tonbos, etc, etc. arent getting orders out their *** from Indian users.

Samjho bhai sahab; phoren maal mein paisa hai.