India's SEBEX 2: A Revolutionary Leap in Military Explosives
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Event | Development of SEBEX 2, a powerful new explosive |
| Certifying Authority | Indian Navy |
| Lethality | Twice as lethal as standard TNT |
| Developer | Economic Explosives Ltd (EEL), a subsidiary of Solar Industries, Nagpur |
| Initiative | Make in India initiative |
| Composition | Based on high-melting explosive (HMX) |
| TNT Equivalence | 2.0 times that of standard TNT |
| Applications | Warheads, aerial bombs, artillery shells |
| Upcoming Variant | Expected TNT equivalence of 2.3, ready in six months |
| Other Developments | SITBEX 1 (thermobaric explosive), SIMEX 4 (insensitive munition) |
| Strategic Impact | Enhanced firepower, efficiency, and strategic advantage |
| Export Potential | Certification opens avenues for defense exports |