Zen Technologies bags Indian patent for 60 mm mortar simulator, ₹120 Cr MoD contract to build India’s first combat training node

Zen Technologies has been granted a patent in India for its 60 mm Mortar Simulator. This expands their portfolio to 57 Indian patents and 85 worldwide.

About the patented simulator

The patented simulator provides a complete solution for training on high-angled firing weapons like mortar systems. It integrates realistic weapon architecture with advanced sensors, azimuth and elevation control, recoil simulation, and computer-generated battlefield scenarios.

The system makes an accurate replication of operational conditions while allowing safe, indoor, and all-weather training without live ammunition or field firing ranges.

 The patent would undoubtedly help the defence tech startup’s global competitiveness and export potential, as the sector increasingly adopts simulation-based training.

Strong intellectual property protection enhances the company’s ability to participate in international tenders, defence collaborations, offset programmes, and long-term export opportunities.

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About Zen Technologies

The Hyderabad-based defence and space manufacturing company was founded by Ashok Atluri in 1993. It is a global Defence Training and Anti-Drone Solutions Provider.

Atluri has a Commerce and Computer Science background with a rich experience in India's defence sector.

The portfolio of Zen Technologies includes advanced infantry simulators, counter-drone systems, naval simulators and AI-driven technologies, addressing the needs of modern warfare. With a strong focus on indigenous IP creation, pioneering designs and mission readiness, its systems provide the armed forces with a decisive battlefield advantage, from day one.

In 2025, Zen Technologies developed laser-based force-on-force targets for outdoor defence training. Also, for indoor training, they have built 61 simulators.

At the beginning of the month, Zen Technologies received a ₹120 crore Ministry of Defence (MoD) contract to establish India’s first combat training node at the Infantry School, Mhow, Madhya Pradesh.

Its dedicated research and development (R&D) centre is recognised by the Ministry of Science and Technology. TZen Technologies has filed over 180 patents and delivered more than 1,000 training systems globally, transforming India’s defence innovation ecosystem.

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