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October 18, 2024
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Unmanned Systems

Airbus has achieved a successful maiden demonstration of the Lakota UH-72 unmanned helicopter for the US Marine Corps.

During its first successful demonstration at Marine Corps Air Station, the Lakota UH-72 drone helicopter showcased the ALC system, designed to enhance logistics in dispersed and tough conditions. As...

October 18, 2024
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Soldier Systems

As part of the Bi-NYX contract, Thales has supplied the French Army with its first 300 night vision goggles.

French forces have been delivered the first 300 Thales night vision goggles ordered by the DGA in 2020 under the Bi-NYX contract. This initial delivery is from a 2,000-set...

October 18, 2024
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Unmanned Systems

How utilizing a fleet of small, unmanned autonomous platforms can extend the capabilities of maritime missions.

Northrop Grumman, with its track record in large uncrewed autonomous systems, has now introduced Helix and Scion—two new autonomous features designed for smaller UAS. These will enable commercial uncrewed...

October 18, 2024
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Unmanned Systems

The US Navy has selected Leidos for a $248 million contract focused on autonomous system design and engineering solutions.

Leidos secured a follow-on contract from NIWC PAC to aid in unmanned and automated systems for maritime intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance. The single-award task order is valued at $248...

October 18, 2024
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Communication and Electronics

China unveils stealth-defying radar that spots F-22 fighters through BeiDou satellite signals, redefining detection capabilities.

Chinese researchers have reportedly introduced a radar system that detects the US Air Force’s F-22 Raptor, a state-of-the-art stealth fighter. The new technology is both economical and relies on...

October 18, 2024
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Air Platforms

Taiwan leverages satellite networks to enhance drone defense capabilities.

As Chinese probing intensifies, Taiwan’s armed forces are testing a satellite-connected drone defense arrangement to fortify the island’s critical infrastructure and main communications systems.

October 18, 2024
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Land Platforms

Sweden and BAE Work Together on Tridon Mk2 Next-Gen Air Defense Demonstration Project

BAE Systems Bofors has partnered with the Swedish Defence Materiel Administration to begin development of a Tridon Mk 2 air defense system demonstrator under a newly signed letter of...

October 18, 2024
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Missile and Missile Defense

BAE Delivers Next-Gen Missile Alert Systems Aimed at Increasing Army Aircraft Survivability

The US Army’s helicopter survivability has been boosted with BAE Systems’ completion of a 400-unit delivery of 2-Color Advanced Warning Systems designed to detect incoming missile threats.

October 18, 2024
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Unmanned Systems

China Claims Breakthrough in Heavy-Lift VTOL Drone Inspired by Osprey Design

Earlier this week, China rolled out its new Lanying R6000 drone, a large tiltrotor aircraft developed by United Aircraft. The drone boasts a 2-ton payload capacity and can hit...