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Integration of Corvus EW System on Rheinmetall Patrol Vehicles Overview of the Collaboration L3Harris has successfully embedded its Corvus electronic warfare (EW) system onto a Rheinmetall 4×4 patrol vehicle during the Defence and Security Equipment International (DSEI) 2025 showcase. This integration aims to enhance real-time capabilities for detecting
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U.S. Army Innovates Water Supply Solutions through New Partnership with AirJoule Technologies Overview of the Collaboration On October 7, 2025, the U.S. Army Engineer Research and Development Center (ERDC) and AirJoule Technologies Corporation initiated a groundbreaking three-year Cooperative Research and Development Agreement (CRADA). This strategic partnership focuses
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Advancements in Counter-Unmanned Aircraft Systems: DroneShield’s C2E Software Introduction of DroneSentry-C2 Enterprise DroneShield has announced the impending deployment of its advanced command-and-control (C2) software, known as DroneSentry-C2 Enterprise (C2E), set for integration in a NATO-affiliated nation by early 2026. This move aims to
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IPG Photonics Advances Laser Technology for Counter-Unmanned Aerial Systems (C-UAS) Introduction of New Laser Systems IPG Photonics has officially unveiled an 8 kW laser system aimed at enhancing counter-unmanned aircraft capabilities. This announcement, made by company executive Ben Allison during the Association of the United States Army
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Indonesia Secures Funding for Strategic Defense Acquisition from China Indonesia’s Ministry of Finance (MoF) has recently authorized funding for the procurement of three key defense systems from China, signaling a significant step in enhancing the country’s military capabilities. Jakarta is currently engaged in sourcing financial support to underpin
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Advancements in Jordan’s Air Defense: Terrahawk Deployment Introduction The Royal Jordanian Air Force (RJAF) has recently integrated the Terrahawk Paladin anti-aircraft system, developed by MSI Defence Systems, into its operational framework. This development was highlighted during a recent exercise dubbed ‘Sky Shield’ conducted by the Jordanian Armed Forces
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US Army Contracts Lockheed Martin for Indirect Fire Protection Capability Enhancement Contract Details On October 15, the US Army awarded Lockheed Martin an Other Transaction Authority (OTA) contract to prototype a second interceptor for the Indirect Fire Protection Capability Increment 2 (IFPC Inc 2). This development is part of ongoing
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Airbus Helicopters Expands H160 Production Capacity Increased Production Goals Airbus Helicopters is strategically enhancing the production capabilities of the H160 helicopter at its Marignane facility in Southern France. The aim is to scale output from the current rate of 35 to 40 units annually to approximately 60 units per year.
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Airbus US Space & Defense Showcases the MQ-72C Logistics Connector Overview of the MQ-72C Airbus US Space & Defense unveiled its unmanned MQ-72C Logistics Connector helicopter at the recent Association of the United States Army (AUSA) conference, held in Washington, DC, from October 13-15, 2025. The
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Analysis of Russian Armored Vehicle Dynamics Post-Invasion of Ukraine Overview of MBT Inventory Changes Recent assessments indicate significant shifts in the composition and operational deployment of Russia’s main battle tanks (MBTs) since the onset of the Ukraine conflict. An analysis utilizing data from the Russian Ministry of Defense
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BAE Systems Showcases Ground Requirements in Digital (GRID) at AUSA Introduction to BAE’s Digital Engineering Capabilities At the recent Association of the United States Army (AUSA) conference held in Washington, DC, from October 13 to 15, BAE Systems unveiled its innovative Ground Requirements in Digital (GRID) system. This initiative
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Upcoming Army Field Test for Advanced Command and Control Prototype The Army is set to initiate the second field trial of its next-generation command and control (C2) prototype, commencing on Monday at Fort Carson, Colorado. This follows a recent contract award to Anduril to develop the system, granted merely
