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Supersonic Missile-Assisted Release of Torpedo system was successfully flight-tested from Dr APJ Abdul Kalam Island off the coast of Odisha. 

•  Launch Mechanisms: Several state-of-the-art mechanisms such as symmetric separation, ejection and velocity control have been validated in this test.
  • The missile was launched from the ground mobile launcher. 

About Supersonic Missile-Assisted Release of Torpedo System

SMART System is a next-generation missile-based light-weight torpedo delivery system designed and developed by the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO).

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• Objective: To enhance the anti-submarine warfare capability of the Indian Navy far beyond the conventional range of lightweight torpedoes.
• Advanced Canister-Based Missile System: This canister-based missile system consists of several advanced sub-systems, namely two-stage solid propulsion system, electromechanical actuator system, precision inertial navigation system etc. 
  • The system carries an advanced light-weight torpedo as payload along with a parachute-based release system. 

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