In a major leap toward self-reliance in defense technology, India is set to develop its very own fifth-generation fighter jet—the Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft (AMCA) . In a historic move, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh has approved an innovative execution model for the indigenous stealth fighter programme. This model brings together Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) and private industry players in a competitive framework, marking a significant shift in how India approaches military aviation manufacturing. This bold initiative comes at a critical time, as China has already fielded two fifth-generation fighters , and reports indicate it will supply 40 J-35 stealth jets to Pakistan . Against this backdrop, fast-tracking the AMCA has become an urgent national security imperative. AMCA: India’s Indigenous Stealth Fighter Dream The AMCA project , spearheaded by the Aeronautical Development Agency (ADA) under the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) , received its l...
Understanding Radio Access Network (RAN) in 5G Telecommunications A Radio Access Network (RAN) is a critical part of wireless telecommunication infrastructure, connecting devices like smartphones and computers to the internet via radio waves. Al Touch LLP, with funding from the Department of Telecommunications TTDF scheme under Digital Bharat Nidhi , is working on developing advanced components for 5G RAN. Below is a breakdown of RAN's components and their functions: Antennas : Antennas are essential for converting electrical signals into radio waves. These radio waves are transmitted through the air to connect user devices to the network. In 5G, antennas are designed for high-speed, low-latency communication. Radios : Radios are responsible for transforming digital data into radio signals, allowing communication between devices and the network. They play a key role in signal processing and are vital for handling higher frequencies in 5G networks. Baseband Units (BBUs) : The Baseb...