NECTAR showcases an aerostatic drone for surveillance and disaster management
NECTAR, an autonomous body under DST, held a live demonstration of an aerostatic drone developed by Airbotix Technologies, Gurgaon, for forest, wildlife, border and disaster surveillance, it was reported on 22 April 2025.
Summary
The North East Centre for Technology Application and Reach (NECTAR), an autonomous body under the Department of Science and Technology, organised a live demonstration of an aerostatic drone developed with its support by Airbotix Technologies, Gurgaon. Described as the first of its kind in India, it is designed for forest surveillance, wildlife monitoring and border and disaster surveillance, including in the North East. Aerostatic drones derive lift from both buoyancy and aerodynamics, making them energy-efficient and silent; this one can stay afloat for over four hours.
Key facts
- Supported by
- NECTAR (DST)
- Developer
- Airbotix Technologies, Gurgaon
- Uses
- Forest, wildlife, border and disaster surveillance
- Endurance
- Over 4 hours
- Principle
- Lift from buoyancy and aerodynamics
Practice MCQs 2 questions
What is the endurance of the aerostatic drone demonstrated with NECTAR's support, as reported on 22 April 2025?
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Correct answer: C — Over 4 hours
The aerostatic drone can stay afloat for surveillance with an endurance of over four hours.
Which company developed the aerostatic drone demonstrated by NECTAR?
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Correct answer: D — Airbotix Technologies
The aerostatic drone was developed by Airbotix Technologies, Gurgaon, with NECTAR's support.