Iran Reverse Engineers U.S. Arms to Localize Military Technology

According to the International Desk of Webangah News Agency, Iran is utilizing captured American military weapons and equipment to bolster its defense capabilities and advance its own weapons systems. This was stated by Brigadier General Ali Balali, advisor to the commander of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) Aerospace Force, in an interview with RIA Novosti.

He emphasized that the examination of these captured systems is not merely for replication but aims to have Iranian specialists study their structure and technologies to foster new ideas and designs tailored to the country’s specific needs.

The advisor explained that this process involves reverse engineering and redesigning the acquired equipment, which can lead to the production of weapons with characteristics and capabilities distinct from their American counterparts.

Iran has previously reported acquiring U.S. military equipment, including unmanned aerial vehicles, and has stated its intention to use the technologies obtained to develop domestic capabilities.