Design multiple launch rocket systems “Grad” Gennady Denezhkin died in Tula – TASS

TULA, on 13 February. / TASS /. Scientists and engineers in the design of multiple launch rocket systems, Honored Designer of the Russian Federation Gennady Denezhkin died on 85 th year of life in Tula, told Tass, the press service of the regional government.

Condolences to the family and friends of the designer expressed Acting Governor Tula region Alexey Dyumin.

“developments and inventions in the field of arms and military equipment Gennady A. has made an enormous contribution to the progressive development of Tula military-industrial complex in the country’s defense reinforcement. Designed with its invaluable participation of multiple rocket launchers serve as a shield borders of the motherland Purposeful, keen business man, Gennady A. always set an example of excellence, highly respected among colleagues. “- said in a statement

in Tula with the regional government set up headquarters on the funeral arrangements.. Farewell to Denezhkin take place on 15 February at the State Museum of Weapons, burial February 16

Gennady Denezhkin -. A well-known scientist and designer, author of over 300 scientific works and inventions. He worked at the Tula factory “rafting” on the creation of systems “Grad”, “Hurricane”, “Tornado”. For his great contribution to strengthening the defense capability of the state was awarded two Orders of Lenin, “For Merit” III degree and many medals. Denezhkin awarded the title “Honorary Citizen of Tula region”.