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November 21, 2024
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Combat Service and Support Equipment

Pentagon Selects L3Harris to Develop Command and Control Prototype for Autonomous Swarm Operations

The Pentagon’s Defense Innovation Unit has selected L3Harris to develop a prototype command-and-control (C2) system capable of simultaneously managing multiple autonomous platforms. The company will deliver a user interface...

October 18, 2024
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Land Platforms

Sweden Joins Forces With BAE for Tridon Mk2 Air Defense Technology Showcase

Swedish Defence Materiel Administration and BAE Systems Bofors have entered into an agreement to create a demonstrator for the Tridon Mk 2 ground-based air defense solution.

October 18, 2024
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Air Platforms

Taiwan turns to satellite technology to counter drone incursions.

The Taiwanese military is piloting a satellite-enabled drone defense setup to enhance the island’s security of crucial infrastructure and communications, following an increase in Chinese probing.

October 18, 2024
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Communication and Electronics

Using its BeiDou satellite network, China’s revolutionary radar can detect F-22 stealth aircraft, challenging traditional stealth advantages.

According to reports, China has developed a radar technique that can detect the US Air Force’s F-22 Raptor, one of the top stealth fighters globally. This method is described...

October 18, 2024
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Unmanned Systems

How deploying small, self-operating, unmanned systems can enhance the reach of maritime forces.

Northrop Grumman, known for its expertise in large autonomous systems, has now developed Helix and Scion—two mission-driven autonomous solutions for smaller UAS. These will rapidly enhance commercial uncrewed platforms,...