Why in News?
At the India AI Summit, the Indian Army unveiled indigenous dual-use AI systems.
Description:
Key Terms:
- Dual-Use Technology: Systems designed for simultaneous military and civilian applications (e.g., logistics, disaster relief, and cybersecurity).
- Air gapping is a security measure where a computer system or network is physically isolated from unsecured networks, especially the public internet.
- Data Sovereignty: Data is governed by the laws of the country where it is stored and processed.
- AI-as-a-Service (AaaS): Cloud-based model providing AI tools and infrastructure without owning hardware.
Major AI Systems Showcased:
| System Name | Primary Function | Dual-Use Capability |
| EKAN | AI-as-a-Service (Cloud) | Secure processing for defense data & sovereign civilian data. |
| SAMUN | Geospatial Awareness | Mission planning for military; Disaster response for civil admin. |
| PRAKSHEPAN | Predictive Analytics | Avalanche/Flood warnings in border areas & hilly civilian zones. |
| XFace | Biometric Identification | Secure military entry; Civilian law enforcement & deepfake detection. |
| AI Examiner | Automated Training | Modernizing Army training & large-scale civilian educational testing. |
Other Systems: AI-based Driver Fatigue Detection device and AI-powered Vehicle Tracking System for logistics optimization.
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