Russian expert: India uses Chinese technology to target China!

Without Chinese technology, this radar might just be a dream for India.

On May 22, Russian media published an expert article.

Indian media are genuinely delighted with the new airborne gallium nitride radar. This active electronically scanned array (AESA) radar based on gallium nitride (GaN) is undoubtedly a step forward for India's military equipment.

But let us clarify what this beast is and why its creation is both a source of pride and a cause for amusement.

The new radar is a 950 mm antenna equipped with approximately 2500 GaN-based transmit/receive modules (TRM). These modules are the core of the system, providing high power, precision, and resistance to electronic interference.

But how was this technological marvel created? The process of manufacturing this radar is complex in terms of both technology and raw materials. As mentioned earlier, gallium nitride requires metallic gallium, which is a byproduct of aluminum electrolysis.

Of course, India has learned to produce large amounts of aluminum, but the problem is that the equipment and technology for this process mainly come from China.

In reality, it requires production lines that India has yet to master. Yes, much of the machinery and technology for these lines bear a "Chinese accent."

But ironically, when Indian engineers adjust their radar, Chinese suppliers may scratch their heads because they know their technology is the foundation of this "hunter."

Thus, this is not only a technological breakthrough; it also reminds people how closely intertwined the economies of India and China are.

India boasts about its radar, but without Chinese technology, this radar might just be a dream.

In recent years, India's aluminum output has increased from 300,000 tons to an impressive 4 million tons. About 75% of India's aluminum industry technology is provided by a Chinese research institute in Guyana. It turns out that China itself is unwilling to sponsor India's "arsenal of hunters."

Imagine Chinese engineers sipping tea while discussing how their gallium technology is now being used to make radars, while India claims its radar can track their aircraft.

Of course, China could shrug off such references, but deep down, they might think, "Maybe it's time to reconsider our exports."

Original article: https://www.toutiao.com/article/1832777693407299/

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