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June 9, 2025
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Communication and Electronics

China Tests Smart Torpedo Tech to Outsmart Underwater Decoys

A new AI-based torpedo guidance system in China is being designed to recognize real submarines amidst decoy interference. Jointly created by the PLA Navy Armament Department and China State...

June 6, 2025
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Missile and Missile Defense

Raytheon-Northrop Rocket Motor Enhances Range, Speed for Army’s New Missile

Raytheon Technologies and Northrop Grumman have trialed advanced rocket motors for the NGSRI, the US Army’s next-gen replacement for the legacy Stinger missile system. The new motors feature HLG...

June 5, 2025
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Unmanned Systems

Maxar, Saab Join Forces on Satellite-Based Drone Navigation

Saab and Maxar Intelligence have signed a strategic deal to co-create next-gen battlespace solutions, focusing on space-powered drone tech. The partnership integrates Maxar’s satellite tools and 3D maps into...

June 4, 2025
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Air Platforms

RNZAF Completes Major NH90 Modernization Project with New Capabilities

The Royal New Zealand Air Force has wrapped up a full upgrade program for its NH90 helicopter fleet, carried out at Base Ohakea. The updates target enhanced operational performance,...

June 3, 2025
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Unmanned Systems

$20 Million Innovation Prize Fuels US Drone Challenge

The Pentagon has launched a strategic program called Project G.I. to ramp up the availability of advanced drone technologies tailored for modern combat scenarios. The goal is to develop...

May 30, 2025
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Unmanned Systems

The US will get the next generation of GHOST ISR/strike drones from General Atomics.

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems Inc. (GA-ASI) has secured a $99.3-million contract to advance next-generation drones for US intelligence, surveillance, reconnaissance, and strike operations. While technical specifics are classified, a...

May 28, 2025
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Air Platforms

The development of a prototype advanced fighter jet has been given the go-ahead by India.

India’s defense minister has approved a program to develop a prototype of an advanced fighter jet, marking a significant step toward strengthening domestic arms production. The decision comes just...

May 27, 2025
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Communication and Electronics

Leopard tanks equipped with AESA radar are tested by Indra to counter drones.

Indra has successfully completed testing of its Nemus active electronically scanned array (AESA) radar system integrated with Leopard main battle tanks. Engineered for today’s battlefield threats—including drone incursions—the compact...

May 20, 2025
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Unmanned Systems

Medium-range precision loitering munitions will be developed in Australia.

The Australian government has initiated a defense program to create medium-range precision loitering munitions. As part of the Advanced Strategic Capabilities Accelerator (ASCA) initiative, the Talon Strike program aims...

May 16, 2025
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Missile and Missile Defense

S. Korea Considers Improvements to Missiles, Rocket Launchers, and K9 Howitzers

South Korea is advancing the capabilities of several major weapon systems to meet growing demands for increased firepower. The Defense Agency for Technology and Quality (DTaQ) recently carried out...