Technology News & Articles

Airbus and VDL Partner to Develop Airborne Laser Communication Terminal

A prototype of UltraAir could take its first flight test in 2024, a system that will enable the exchange of large amounts of data using laser beams in a network of ground stations and satellites in geostationary orbit at 36,000 km above the Earth

Jan 20, 2023
Berry Aviation Awarded Contract for Marine Corps ISR Support

The A-ISR system will be utilized to support realistic, scenario-based training for Special Operations teams to achieve critical skill proficiencies prior to worldwide deployments

Jan 20, 2023
Thales and NukkAI Partner to Develop Solution for Military Applications

When operators are swamped by information, the solution will use real-time data exploitation and fusion methods to automatically review the knowledge available so that analysts can focus on elements of interest

Jan 19, 2023
Rheinmetall Provides Precision Subsystems for US Army CROWS Program

The five-year framework contract with Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace covers the continued delivery of high-definition image stabilized EO sensors, weapon mounts and other critical assemblies

Jan 19, 2023
Elbit Providing Advanced Electro-Optical Systems to Israeli MOD

The contract will be performed over 10 years and will see Elbit supply long-range deployable observation systems and tactical target acquisition systems, as well as maintenance services

Jan 19, 2023
Weapons Tracking Technologies & Energetic Materials for Defense Applications

Defense Advancement showcases VK Integrated Systems’ weapons tracking and orientation sensors for military and law enforcement situational awareness

Jan 19, 2023
Spanish Armed Forces Orders Third NH90 Helicopter Simulator

Indra’s new Full Mission Simulator enables the safe and efficient training and tactical preparation of crews for missions while reducing the actual flight hours required by 40% and maintenance work by more than 33%

Jan 18, 2023
Fairbanks Morse Defense Launches High-Speed Engine for Navy’s Unmanned Programs

The nForcer FM 175D engine operates at 1,800-2,000 RPMs and has a power output rating of 1,740-4,400kw, making it one of the most power-dense high-speed engines available for maritime use

Jan 18, 2023
Tactical Drone Solutions for Military ISR & Cargo Delivery

Defense Advancement showcases Performance Drone Works’ high-performance tactical unmanned aerial systems for mission-critical military, defense and law enforcement applications

Jan 18, 2023
Lynred Launches HEROIC Project to Produce Electronics for Next-Generation IR Sensors

A four-year project with a 10-member consortium, HEROIC will see EU infrared (IR) product manufacturers jointly acquire access to advanced CMOS technology to design new IR sensors

Jan 17, 2023
Honeywell’s JetWave MCX Certified for Wideband Global Satcom Network

For military and government operators, Honeywell's JetWave MCX Ka-band Satcom terminal enables a range of mission-critical applications including enroute mission capabilities and inflight threat updates

Jan 17, 2023
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