The Indian Government has been working on strengthening the security infrastructure of the country by investing in our military and police force. One such area is body armour. (Access the complete article authored by Akshay Kashinath, Head of Business Development (Aerospace & Defence), Carborundum Universal Limited below or download to read.)
Enter the fascinating world of materials science and engineering and get a glimpse of how CUMI is pioneering cutting-edge advancements in ceramics for outstanding performance and exceptional protection. Watch the video below:
A whitepaper on advanced ceramics for personal protection For centuries now, soldiers and security personnel have relied on body armour to keep themselves safe in dangerous situations. Armour protection systems have been evolving in response to modern threat levels. In this paper, we briefly examine the challenges associated with existing body armour materials and how… Continue reading Ceramic Armour: Shaping Mobility & Protection in Bulletproof Jacket Applications
CUMI’s Innovations and Collaborations for a Self-Reliant Defence Ecosystem in India In this interview, Subbu Venkatachalam, Head of Marketing at Carborundum Universal Limited (CUMI), shares valuable insights on CUMI’s significant contributions to India’s defence ecosystem over the past seven decades. As a leading player in materials science, CUMI has played a vital role in strengthening… Continue reading Strengthening India’s Defence: CUMI’s Seven-Decade Journey In Advanced Materials
Licensing Agreement for Transfer of Technology (ToT) handed over at Aero India 2023 in Bengaluru will enable CUMI to supply Ceramic Radomes for use in defence applications Chennai, 15 March 2023: Carborundum Universal Limited (CUMI), is a pioneering organisation in the field of material sciences and part of the 120-year-old Murugappa Group today announced that… Continue reading CUMI inks MoU with DRDO’s RCI Laboratory for Ceramic Radome Technology
Manufacturing starts under Carborundum Universal Limited in Kochi Industrial production of graphene has commenced in Kerala with the manufacturing beginning at Carborundum Universal Limited under the Murugappa Group here. The product has tremendous possibilities in the electric and electronic industries. The State has made a major leap in its industrial progress by initiating the production… Continue reading Industrial production of graphene begins in Kerala
The rocket launchpads of the Indian Space Research Organisation at Sriharikota in Andhra Pradesh use refractory material supplied by CUMI for flame deflection. The organization also supplies thermal spray powders to the global aircraft engine industry to protect engine components from extreme heat. “As a world-class solutions provider in advanced ceramics, electro minerals, super refractories,… Continue reading Aligned with India’s Vision to Drive Self-Reliance in Aerospace & Defence sector: CUMI MD Ananthaseshan
Throughout history, the science of materials has wielded considerable influence in the art of warfare, with breakthroughs in metal alloys, ceramics and polymers playing crucial roles in weaponry, armour, and vehicle evolution. From safeguarding soldiers with durable armour to propelling cutting-edge aircraft with advanced composites, material science stands as the driving force behind innovation, enabling… Continue reading The Key Role of Material Science in Modern Warfare
Innovation in materials has emerged as a critical enabler in achieving several national objectives such as self-reliance and innovation in the defence sector and ensuring the safety of soldiers. By Subbu Venkatachalam, Head of Marketing, CUMI CUMI, with its focus on material science, nanotechnology, and polymer chemistry and commitment to research and development, is pushing… Continue reading Fortifying Defence Capabilities
With the advances in unmanned aerial vehicles (UAV) or drones, as they are commonly referred to, there is a growing recognition of their potential in defence applications across surveillance and combat. By Akshay Kashinath (Read the complete authored article in Publish Industry India magazine here.)
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