In a momentous event, Gajraj Corps of the Indian Army and IIT Guwahati signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for research, design and fabrication of epoxy bamboo-based composites as replacement of traditional building materials used in construction of bunkers in high altitude areas.
The focus on epoxy bamboo-based composites as a replacement for traditional bunker construction materials offers a unique solution, combining environmental sustainability with military effectiveness.The use of bamboo-based composites, which are lighter yet capable of providing equivalent protection, holds significant strategic value. By reducing weight, it will make the transportation of materials to high-altitude areas more efficient, ultimately improving force preservation by lowering the physical toll on soldiers.
The MoU was signed in the presence of Maj Gen RohinBawa, YSM, GOC, Red Horns Division and Prof DevendraJalihal, Director, IIT Guwahati. The signing of this MoU marks a significant step towards innovation and collaboration, setting new standards for cooperation between government R&D institutions and military educational bodies to drive technological progress.
