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October 18, 2024
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Unmanned Systems

The US Marine Corps witnessed Airbus’s successful first demonstration of the Lakota UH-72 drone helicopter.

The U.S. Marine Corps recently saw the successful initial demonstration of the Lakota UH-72 drone helicopter at Marine Corps Air Station, where the ALC system’s capabilities to support logistics...

October 18, 2024
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Unmanned Systems

The role of autonomous, small, uncrewed platforms in broadening maritime operational range.

A proven leader in large autonomous UAS, Northrop Grumman has unveiled Helix and Scion, two mission-focused autonomous capabilities for smaller platforms. These technologies will quickly transform commercial uncrewed systems...

October 18, 2024
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Unmanned Systems

To advance autonomous systems, the US Navy has signed a $248 million contract with Leidos for design and engineering work.

A follow-on contract has been awarded to Leidos by the Naval Information Warfare Center Pacific to support unmanned and automated maritime ISR systems. This single-award task order has an...

October 18, 2024
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Communication and Electronic

China’s cutting-edge radar technology identifies F-22 stealth fighters via the BeiDou navigation system, overcoming stealth defenses.

It is reported that Chinese scientists have devised a new radar capable of tracking the F-22 Raptor, the US Air Force’s premier stealth aircraft. The technology is noted for...

October 18, 2024
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Air Platforms

To combat invading drones, Taiwan employs satellite communication systems.

In response to heightened Chinese activity, Taiwan’s military is evaluating a satellite-integrated system for neutralizing drones, aiming to better protect its core infrastructure and communications networks.

October 18, 2024
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Land Platforms

BAE Partners With Swedish Authorities to Advance Tridon Mk2 Air Defense Demonstrator

To advance the Tridon Mk 2 ground-based air defense system, BAE Systems Bofors and Sweden’s defense procurement agency have formalized a collaboration through a letter of intent.

October 18, 2024
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Missile and Missile Defense

To Enhance Aerial Security, BAE Equips Army Aircraft With High-Tech Missile Warning Systems

In a move to enhance protection against missile threats, BAE Systems has supplied the US Army with 400 2CAWS systems for use on various helicopter platforms.

October 18, 2024
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Unmanned Systems

Chinese Engineers Develop VTOL Drone With 2-Ton Payload, Modeled After the Osprey

Marking a significant milestone, China has showcased the Lanying R6000 — a heavy-lift tiltrotor drone capable of flying at 340 mph (547 km/h) while carrying up to 4,400 pounds...