India's Manufacturing Renaissance

As connoisseurs of cutting-edge technologies, we can’t help but marvel at the engineering miracles that are happening in such quick succession in our own premises. We are elated to witness our manufacturing sector surge and assert its significance on the global stage.

In a recent display of technological prowess, engineering capabilities and transformative innovations, the Indian Army showcased robotic MULE (Multi-Utility Legged Equipment) dogs, at the 77^th Army Day parade in Pune. Armed with thermal cameras and 360-degree sensors, these AI-powered robotic mules can carry payloads of up to 12–15 kg and operate in extreme temperatures ranging from -40 (degree sign) to +55 (degree sign) C.

Engineered for critical tasks, these four-legged robotic systems are adaptable to steep and uneven terrain and can function with an operational range of 10 km via Wi-Fi and LTE, which makes these highly versatile for military applications.

This transformative innovation marks a significant advancement in the integration of Artificial Intelligence and robotics, setting a new standard for defence technology in India.

That it is now imperative that Indian players embrace disruptive technologies for boosting innovation and optimizing performance and efficiency will be one of the highlights at Indian Machine Tool Manufacturers’ Association’s (IMTMA) flagship machine tool and manufacturing technology show—IMTEX 2025 & Tooltech 2025. The event aims to converge global players and deliberate on building a roadmap for the holistic adoption of advanced technologies, helping manufacturing companies usher in progress and profitability.

The MMI team is supremely excited to be closely engaged with the trade fair of immense global significance.

SOUMI MITRA
Editor-in-Chief
Modern Manufacturing India
soumi.mitra@magicwandmedia.in

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