Correct.vic wrote:IAF Mark1 = 2TD+5PV+8LSP+20+20=55IAF Mark2=2(?)Naval Mark1=2+8=10Naval Mark2=2(?)Total=69, which is bigger than our Mirage 2000 fleet or Pakistan F-16 fleet
And thats why IAF is so keen to get it right.
Correct.vic wrote:IAF Mark1 = 2TD+5PV+8LSP+20+20=55IAF Mark2=2(?)Naval Mark1=2+8=10Naval Mark2=2(?)Total=69, which is bigger than our Mirage 2000 fleet or Pakistan F-16 fleet
To gain knowledge and given our geography, land based fighters are very useful for fleet defense and knocking out of enemy surface targets. Right now the responsiblity of the IAF, these would allow IAF to use its assets for other priorities.Nick_S wrote:That doesnt make much sense. Cant see why they would make 8 Mk.1 LSP when they will never land on a carrier. Perhaps its a typo.
I don't see any advantage in NLCA taking the role IM Jaguar.Lalmohan wrote:i can envisage air defense of andaman-nicobar chain given over to shore based naval aircraft, plus second layer of air defense around west coast, plus take over maritime strike from IAF, plus provide air cover for the fleet(s) from shore to extend the safe zone around our carriers
Thanks for stating the obviousLalmohan wrote:any aircraft programme must have a huge amount of testing - safety is the most critical objective
Thrust seems to be 90kn. wonder where they got that from ?India's first home-built carrier-borne combat jet may finally be powered by GE F414 engine that provides 90 kiloNewton thrust to meet the specifications for LCA-Navy
F414-EDE
The "Enhanced Durability Engine" or "EDE" variant, includes an improved high pressure turbine (HPT) and high pressure core (HPC). The HPT is redesigned to withstand slightly higher temperatures and includes aerodynamic changes. The HPC has been redesigned to 6 stages, down from 7. These changes were aimed at reducing SFC by 2% and three times greater component durability.
So INS6 could possibly be EDE if not EPE.F414-GE-INS6
India’s Aeronautical Development Agency selected the F414-GE-INS6 engine to power the Mk II version of the HAL Tejas Light Combat Aircraft (LCA) for the Indian Air Force. The F414-GE-INS6 is the highest thrust F414 variant, and it includes a Full Authority Digital Electronic Control (FADEC) system. It will feature a six stage turbofan. The engine is to be delivered by 2013.
quiet possible.Gurneesh wrote:The basic F414-400 is 98kN. So, INS6 is at least 98kN. EDE has 15% improvement in thrust or increased lifespan at same thrust and reduced SFC (according to wiki), while EPE has 20 % improvement in thrust.
Exactly. With money are material turning out to be are less of a problem, its only a question of human resources.Prem Kumar wrote:By sanctioning 8 LSPs, the message to ADA from the MOD/IN might be: "we want to see incremental but rapid iterations. So, dont worry about not having the budget for sufficient LSPs". I dont foresee maritime, land based operations for NLCA LSPs. If they wanted that, why not just order LCA Mk1?
You are right. Stupid me.karan_mc wrote:nice work , but the last one looks more like Rafale then Tejas MK-2
OOPS DIDN'T SPORTED TEJAS AT ALLGaur wrote:You are right. Stupid me.karan_mc wrote:nice work , but the last one looks more like Rafale then Tejas MK-2
Hello Gaur. Thanks for the appreciation. I've seen your work and it looks great. As for the texture maps, I could've done if i had more time and patience. These renderings have been done with different software. Modeling has also been in separate package. Due to less compatibility of these, I've been having problem in export/import of geometry, which then comes out faceted in my renderer. So applying maps is not so easy for me.Gaur wrote:abhishekkaushal,
Nice artworks and its always good to have another 3D artist here.
However, if you would allow me to add a few points:
Your modelling is very good and rendering is adequate, but you need to do a lot more texture work before this looks photorealistic. At the bare minimum, you need to paint all the markings/graphics and then add a dirt layer. That will lead to a marked improvement in your artwork.
PS: Loved the mk2 model.
Kersi D wrote:One upping everybody else : I look forward to the day when we have a single multi-spectral seeker on all AAMs. ARH/PRH for closing in and an imaging multicolor IR/Optical seeker for the endgame.prabhug wrote:I am waiting for the day where Indian plane would carry two pythons and two r77 and two meteor. It will also make IAF logistics team s%$t in their pants !!! I look forward to the day we have TWO AAMs, one a WVR short range IR and another a BVR active radar homing. One MICA with both would be really good
Thanks for the thumbs up Abhishek. Also, considering the limitations you faced, you did a fine job indeed. Looking forward to more renderings from you.abhishekkaushal wrote: Hello Gaur. Thanks for the appreciation. I've seen your work and it looks great. As for the texture maps, I could've done if i had more time and patience. These renderings have been done with different software. Modeling has also been in separate package. Due to less compatibility of these, I've been having problem in export/import of geometry, which then comes out faceted in my renderer. So applying maps is not so easy for me.