Naval Science & Technological Laboratory (NSTL)

Vision

Torpedoes, underwater targets and decoys, ship fire control systems and underwater mines with competitive and cutting edge technologies.

Hydrodynamics with expertise for supporting indigenous design of marine vehicles and provide comprehensive facilities.

Stealth technology for naval platforms.

Mission

Design, development and evaluation leading to production of Torpedoes, Mines, Targets, Decoys, Fire Control Systems and induction into services and establish test facilities for the same.

Establish world-class hydrodynamic test Facilities for evolving Design Criteria through model tests for surface and sub-surface vehicles and torpedoes.

Develop Structural Design Capabilities and Materials for mitigation of radar, infrared, magnetic, acoustic and electric signatures leading to stealthier platforms.