Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) has transferred three advanced materials technologies developed by its Defence Metallurgical Research Laboratory (DMRL) in Hyderabad to industry partners. The Licensing Agreement for Transfer of Technology (LAToT) documents were handed over by DRDO Chairman Samir V Kamat at an event held at DMRL on 30 August 2025.
The technologies transferred include the manufacturing of high-strength radomes to Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited (BHEL), Jagdishpur. These radomes are protective covers for missile sensors and are intended to support defence programmes. The second transfer involves the manufacturing of DMR-1700 steel sheets and plates to Jindal Steel and Power Limited (JSPL), Angul. This material is designed to provide a combination of ultrahigh strength and fracture toughness at room temperature. The third transfer was made to Bhilai Steel Plant (BSP), Steel Authority of India Limited (SAIL), for DMR 249A HSLA steel plates. These plates are intended for naval applications and are developed to meet dimensional, physical and metallurgical requirements for shipbuilding.
At the event, Samir V Kamat said, “The R&D processes and successful technology transfers are the result of sustained efforts.” He added that DMRL’s work had advanced industry–research partnerships and technological innovations.
In addition to the technology transfers, a memorandum of understanding was signed between DMRL and the Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau of the Ministry of Civil Aviation. The agreement covers the use of DMRL’s facilities and expertise to support the bureau’s activities.
DRDO is India’s agency responsible for research and development in defence technology, operating a network of laboratories across the country that focus on areas including aeronautics, armaments, electronics, land combat engineering, life sciences, materials, missiles and naval systems.
