DAGGER – Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) Robot
Type
Tracked Unmanned Ground Vehicle
Primary Role
Explosive Ordnance Disposal, IED Handling & Neutralisation
1. System Overview
The DAGGER EOD Robot is an indigenously developed tracked unmanned ground vehicle designed for the remote detection, inspection, handling, and disposal of explosive ordnance and improvised explosive devices (IEDs).
It enables EOD teams to conduct high-risk operations from a safe stand-off distance, significantly reducing risk to personnel in hostile and urban environments.
2. Mobility & Chassis
- Tracked UGV configuration with heavy-duty reinforced tracks
- Electric / hybrid high-torque drive system
- Zero-radius skid steering for tight maneuvering
- Capable of operating on rubble, stairs, slopes, curbs, and uneven terrain
- Stable performance in urban, off-road, and debris-filled environments
3. Robotic Arm & Manipulation System
- Multi-axis articulated robotic arm (5–7 DOF)
- Long-reach configuration for safe explosive handling
- High-strength precision gripper for wires, detonators, containers, and irregular objects
- Compatible with EOD tools including:
o Wire cutters
o Disruptors
o Probe tools
o Custom mission-specific tools
4. Blast Containment & Disposal Capability (Optional)
- Rear-mounted blast containment chamber
- Designed for secure transport of grenades, small IEDs, and explosive objects
- Reinforced structure with secure locking mechanism
- Enables safe relocation of live explosives to designated disposal zones
5. Control, Sensors & Communication
- Fully remote-controlled operation
- Rugged handheld controller or portable ground control station
- Long-range operation (LOS / NLOS configurable)
- Real-time video feed, telemetry, and system health monitoring
- Secure, encrypted communication link
6. Operational Applications & Key Advantages
Applications
- IED detection and neutralisation
- Urban and roadside bomb disposal
- Military, paramilitary, and police EOD missions
- Critical infrastructure and VVIP security
Key Advantages
- Keeps EOD personnel out of harm’s way
- High-precision robotic manipulation
- Integrated blast containment capability
- Robust mobility in complex terrain
- Modular, upgrade-ready architecture
