August 2024 on DefenseAdvancement.com saw significant developments in defense, military and security sectors.
Check out the top five most read articles on Defense Advancement in August:
1. Anti-Drone System Concept Revealed
Laser Photonics Corporation and Fonon Technologies have released a visual concept of the Laser Shield Anti-Drone System (LSAD) – a joint development by the two companies to create a laser defense system for use against unauthorized drone activity.
The LSAD is in development to counter the growing use of small-scale unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), or drones, for warfare purposes in conflict zones around the world.
2. Next-Gen Body-Worn Tactical Communications System Introduced
A wearable tactical gateway solution for dismounted soldiers that is easy to carry and simple to use has been introduced.
The Secure Wireless Hub (SWH) solution from Viasat was developed as part of a multi-phase effort with U.S. Special Operations Command (USSOCOM) to identify and develop advanced tactical communications capabilities for mobile ground forces.
3. Advanced C-UAS Technology to be Displayed at TIDE 2024
Skylark Labs will demonstrate advanced counter-unmanned aerial system (C-UAS) technology at the Technology Innovation Discovery Event (TIDE) 2024, having been selected by the Office of Innovation and Modernization.
The company’s systems are designed to detect, classify, and respond to emerging threats in real-time, providing critical support for defense and intelligence operations.
4. Additional Counter-Drone Systems Set for Defense Forces
Ondas Holdings, a provider of commercial drone and automated data solutions, has received an expansion of the initial purchase order received from a military customer for several Iron Drone Raider (the ‘Raider’) counter-drone systems.
The expansion includes additional features and support services for the systems, which are set to be deployed and operated as part of military defense activities to protect borders, critical locations, populations, and defense forces from hostile drones.
5. Successful Test Flights of Rugged Airborne Radio & Antenna
Since the successful completion of test flights integrating Starlink and uAvionix’s muLTElink airborne radio, uAvionix has made a significant step forward in its integration efforts.
At the start of 2023, uAvionix began testing the first versions of Starlink’s antennas and connectivity, exploring the possibilities for advanced LEO-satellite-based command and control (C2) communications for small unmanned aerial systems (sUAS).
The Starlink results were encouraging, and uAvionix has continued its efforts throughout this past year as a leading provider of airborne radios and Command, Navigation, and Surveillance technologies for sUAS.
