India 

New Space Research & Technologies (NRT) partners with Forge for the O.C-9.0 Challenge, aiming to advance High Altitude Pseudo-Satellite (HAPS) technology, showcasing India's growing aerospace innovation on a global scale.

New Space Research & Technologies (NRT), a leading company in India's aerospace and defense sector, has joined forces with Forge for a significant project called the O.C-9.0 Challenge – High Altitude Pseudo-Satellite (HAPS) MK1. This collaboration highlights NRT's commitment to driving innovation in Next-Generation Missions and Technologies (NGM&T) worldwide.

NRT is well-known for its advanced work in Manned-Unmanned Teaming (MUM-T). This technology smoothly combines crewed fighter aircraft with fleets of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) and uncrewed combat aerial vehicles (UCAVs), making military air assets more effective and extending their operational range.

One of NRT's main areas of expertise is in developing High Altitude Pseudo-Satellites (HAPS). These specialized UAVs are designed to fly at very high altitudes between 5km and 20km. They can stay in the air for an impressive amount of time, sometimes exceeding three months. This makes them ideal for long-term Earth observation missions and building strong communication networks.

NRT uses its advanced UAVs for various purposes, both military and civilian. These include surveillance, secure communication, search and rescue missions, tracking locations and assets, monitoring the environment and climate, and improving agricultural practices.

The O.C-9.0 Challenge – HAPS MK1 likely focuses on creating or demonstrating a new, highly capable HAPS platform. By partnering with Forge, NRT brings its expertise in HAPS technology to this challenge. This collaboration shows NRT's determination to lead in this rapidly evolving field.

India's aerospace industry is witnessing a surge in innovation, and NRT's involvement in this partnership showcases the nation's growing importance in the global arena. The results of the O.C-9.0 Challenge could have significant implications for defense, communication, and scientific exploration in the future.