Indian Army raises elite unit to work on critical technologies (Representational image)
New Delhi: The Indian Army on Monday raised an elite unit – the Signals Technology Evaluation and Adaptation Group or STEAG. This unit will undertake research and evaluation of futuristic communication technologies like 6G, artificial intelligence, machine learning and quantum computing for military use.
The STEAG is mandated to nurture technologies spanning the complete spectrum of wired and wireless systems, officials said as reported by PTI. The elite unit is part of the Army’s efforts to develop technologies considering the future battlefield, officials added.
“It will be a premier organisation, the first of its kind equipped with the capability to harness niche technology, leverage cutting-edge solutions and identify suitable cases for defence applications by fostering collaboration with academia and industry,” one of the officials told the news agency.
What is the use of STEAG?
The elite unit will on all upcoming critical technology domains. These technology domains include 5G and 6G networks, quantum technologies, electronic exchanges, mobile communications, software-defined radios, electronic warfare systems and machine learning.
As per the official, the hi-tech unit will carry out technical scouting, evaluation, development, and management of core ICT solutions. It will also provide user interface support by maintenance and upgradation of contemporary technologies which are available.
“Aligning itself with the tenets of Atmanirbhar Bharat and Start-Up India, STEAG will help bridge the divide between the armed forces on the one hand and industry and academia on the other,” the official told PTI on condition of anonymity.
Meanwhile, Army Chief General Manoj Pande has been highlighting the need for acquiring new technologies in the wake of changing warfare nature.
(With inputs from PTI)
