South Korea presents concept for first fully autonomous, robotic missile launcher
The South Korean company Hanwha Aerospace has officially presented its proposal for a new robotic amphibious missile launch vehicle. Previewed at the Korea Army International Defense Exhibition (KADEX) 2024, this new missile system will be designed to provide maximum fire support with minimal personnel deployment.
The new missile system is designed unmanned and can fire multiple rockets from previously unreachable areas. This will prove particularly useful for counter-battery missions and for the defense of isolated and not easily reachable areas. .
The new missile system will weigh approximately 17 tons and can be deployed from amphibious assault and transport ships. According to Hanwha , the vehicle also features an advanced stabilization system to compensate for the ship's movements, meaning it can be used from the deck of the ship if necessary, as well as from land. Here is a video with his presentation:
“Through innovative engineering, we have reduced the weight to just 17 tons, a substantial reduction compared to traditional multirocket launchers. This makes it usable on amphibious assault and transport ships, improving operational flexibility,” Hanwha explained in his LinkedIn post .
Lightweight, unmanned and amphibious
“Understanding the challenges of a constantly moving naval platform, we have integrated a proprietary system that compensates for the ship's movements. This ensures pinpoint accuracy even in rough sea conditions, keeping the rockets on target regardless of wave action,” Hanwha explained.
The rocket system was just one of several other innovative military technologies showcased by Hanwha at KADEX 2024 . Other offerings include several new iterations of the K9 self-propelled howitzer.
These include an unmanned variant with a range of 80 km (50 miles), called the “K9 Manned-Unmanned Teaming System”, and a more agile version on wheels. Hanwha also presented its KSS-III Batch-II submarine and the unmanned command and control vessel “ Ghost Commander ”, developed by a Hanwa subsidiary. Here is a video introducing the idea of Ghost Commander:
Being unmanned, the rocket launcher system will maximize crew survivability and be useful for high-risk combat deployment. We have dramatically improved survivability by eliminating personnel from the launch area.”] This unmanned approach allows for safer operations in high-risk scenarios,” Hanwha added.
“The unmanned multirocket amphibious launcher is more than just a product – it is a breakthrough in amphibious warfare,” Hanwha explained. “It exemplifies our dedication to providing innovative, efficient and reliable defense solutions that meet the evolving needs of modern military operations,” they added.
Hanwha is one of South Korea's major defense contractors. A subsidiary of the Hanwha Group, Hanwha is an aerospace company headquartered in Changwon, South Korea. It was founded in 1977 as Samsung Precision.
Hanwha is breaking new ground
It has developed or is developing other cutting-edge technologies for its country. In July, for example, it was reported that Hanwha was testing a new directed energy anti-drone system for South Korea.
Developed in collaboration with South Korea's Defense Acquisition Program Administration (DAPA), this new system, nicknamed “StarWars,” will be able to quickly and cheaply destroy drones in flight.
Once operational, the system will cost about $1.45 (2,000 won) per shot. In a “game-changing move,” the new defense systems will be silent and lethal to enemy drones.
As for the amphibious rocket launch system, it is said to be compatible with the existing Chunmoo Multiple Launch Rocket System pods, allowing the deployment of various missiles and rockets. Development is expected to continue until 2026, also integrating electronic launch technology to extend the range and improve the variety of deployable munitions.
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