IIT Jammu Develops "First Of Its Kind" Anti-Drone System

Along with dealing with terrorism in Jammu and Kashmir, the biggest challenge for the security forces at present is drones.

Dr Karan Nathwani, a professor in the Electrical Engineering department of IIT Jammu, has constructed an anti-drone system that works mainly on sound technology.

"It is the first of its kind, and we have developed an entirely new technology called sound-based detection. This system detects the sound emitted by drones, producing a unique signature that helps in their identification. We compare this signature with the system's database, and if a match is found, the drone is detected. The cost of this system is about Rs 4 lakh," he said.

"Not only is it cost-effective, but it is also user-friendly, making it accessible to the general public. It is easy to operate, and there are no issues with cameras or radar. The system was designed considering various challenges," making it versatile, he added.