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New Generation RFSoC for Electronic Warfare Analysis System
New Generation RFSoC for Electronic Warfare Analysis System

Abaco Systems’ VP430 radio frequency system-on-chip will be used on a counter fire target acquisition radar upgrade, increasing the ability to respond to newly identified threats whilst enabling more efficient counter measures

Feb 16, 2021
HMS Lancaster Gets Equipped with Heavy Machine Guns
HMS Lancaster Gets Equipped with Heavy Machine Guns

Effective at ranges of up to 2,000 metres, the 50 cal heavy machine gun bullets can penetrate light armour and plastics such as RIB speed boats, providing the warship with an extra layer of defense

Feb 15, 2021
First Japan KC-46 Tanker Takes Maiden Flight
First Japan KC-46 Tanker Takes Maiden Flight

Following a successful maiden flight, the first Boeing KC-46 tanker for an international customer is destined for the JASDF later this year

Feb 15, 2021
Rafael Extends SPICE 250 Air-to-surface Munition Range with New Turbojet Engine
Rafael Extends SPICE 250 Air-to-surface Munition Range with New Turbojet Engine

SPICE 250 ER will incorporate a miniature turbo-jet engine with an internal JP-8/10 fuel system, providing the weapon a range of at least 150 km

Feb 12, 2021
.NET MDF Enables Quicker Development of ARPA Radar Display Consoles
.NET MDF Enables Quicker Development of ARPA Radar Display Consoles

The out-of-the-box Maritime Display Framework from Cambridge Pixel enables integrators to create customised displays including primary radar, radar tracks and electronic navigational charts

Feb 12, 2021
Polish Radio Communications Successfully Integrated with IBCS
Polish Radio Communications Successfully Integrated with IBCS

Northrop Grumman and Transbit have tested and validated the Polish R-460A HCLOS radio comms. system with the Integrated Air and Missile Defense Battle Command System, as part of the country’s ongoing defense modernization efforts

Feb 11, 2021
COBRA Artillery Location Radars to Receive Core Upgrades
COBRA Artillery Location Radars to Receive Core Upgrades

Hensoldt will replace the Radar Target Generator (RTG), a key element to test and verify the COBRA mobile radar system performance, with reproducible target trajectories

Feb 11, 2021
New Self-propelled Howitzer features Autonomous Superstructure Operation Ability
New Self-propelled Howitzer features Autonomous Superstructure Operation Ability

The new DITA self-propelled Howitzer from EXCALIBUR ARMY offers an unprecedented rate of fire with only 2 crew members required, and will be presented for the first time at IDEX.

Feb 11, 2021
New RF Interconnect Solution Introduced for Aviation Industry
New RF Interconnect Solution Introduced for Aviation Industry

The modular end-to-end RF interconnect solution from Times Microwave Systems offers improved installation efficiency, increased safety and optimal performance, designed to meet avionic requirements

Feb 10, 2021
New CAS to be Developed for U.S. Navy
New CAS to be Developed for U.S. Navy

Marotta Controls’ hybrid Control Actuation System consists of high-power density electronics and electromechanical actuators, and will be utilized on the U.S. Navy's SPEAR project

Feb 09, 2021
Intelligent Type-X RCV Passes Mobility Tests
Intelligent Type-X RCV Passes Mobility Tests

The Type-X Robotic Combat Vehicle by Milrem Robotics will become an intelligent wingman to main battle tanks and infantry fighting vehicles, providing outmatched firepower, superior terrain capabilities and obstacle detection

Feb 09, 2021
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