"Vidyut Rakshak" unveiled by the Indian Army

Current Context: The Indian Army, on June 11, 2024, unveiled an Internet of Things (IoT)-enabled system called “Vidyut Rakshak” for better monitoring and control of generators.

• This system, launched by Vice Chief of the Indian Army, Lt. Gen. Upendra Dwivedi, was developed by the Army Design Bureau (ADB) in collaboration with the Foundation for Innovation and Technology Transfer (FITT) at IIT Delhi.
• Vidyut Rakshak is designed to enhance the performance of engines by integrating them with IoT technology, offering real-time monitoring of generator parameters, predictive fault detection, and automation of control operations.
• This initiative aligns with the Indian Army’s objective to incorporate more technology-based solutions in its operations, improving operational efficiency and supporting predictive maintenance methods.

Question:

1 What is the name of the IoT-enabled system unveiled by the Indian Army on June 11, 2024?

• A) Vidyut Suraksha
• B) Vidyut Samrakshan
• C) Vidyut Shakti
• D) Vidyut Rakshak

Answer: D) The Indian Army, on June 11, 2024, unveiled an Internet of Things (IoT)-enabled system called “Vidyut Rakshak” for better monitoring and control of generators.