Unmanned
The US Navy is eyeing next-gen carrier-based drones. Here’s what they might do.
The Navy wants its next-gen carrier-based drones to handle a wide range of missions, from strikes and anti-submarine warfare to aerial refueling and more.
By Michael Peck
Canada to plug surveillance gaps with Aussie over-the-horizon radar
The system is called the Arctic Over-The-Horizon Radar (A-OTHR), and the deal is worth some US$1.75 billion to Australia.
Rheinmetall, MBDA to develop laser weapon for German Navy
Rheinmetall and MBDA aim to field an operational laser weapon for the German Navy in 2029.
Ukrainian ground robot maker doubles production, eyes ventures with foreign partners
“The most important mission that we have now is the robotization of the battlefield, because only this will allow our country to win the war.”
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Eight NATO allies launch HALO satellite constellation initiative
The project aims to stitch together spacecraft managed by individual member countries into one mega-constellation, alliance officials said.
Artificial Intelligence
VA inventory report reveals 367 AI systems operating in healthcare, benefits and services
A recently released report catalogs AI uses across the VA, from clinical tools used during patient care to systems that help process benefits.
Unmanned
Israeli firm wants to convert commercial ships into floating drone bases
Elbit Systems detailed a new maritime concept centered on its Hermes 650 Spark unmanned aircraft, envisioning the conversion of commercial surface ships.
The US Navy is eyeing next-gen carrier-based drones. Here’s what they might do.
The Navy wants its next-gen carrier-based drones to handle a wide range of missions, from strikes and anti-submarine warfare to aerial refueling and more.
Ukrainian ground robot maker doubles production, eyes ventures with foreign partners
“The most important mission that we have now is the robotization of the battlefield, because only this will allow our country to win the war.”
Unmanned
Pentagon to explore cheaper replacements for the MQ-9 Reaper
The Massed Modular Aircraft project aims to develop a drone that can operate in such large numbers that it can absorb losses and still overwhelm defenses.
NATO to add up to five Northrop Grumman Triton drones for maritime surveillance
“It is genuinely made in NATO and is creating jobs on both sides of the Atlantic,” alliance Secretary-General Mark Rutte said.
Thales to buy French underwater-drone maker Exail in $4.5 billion deal
Industry champions in France and Italy move to consolidate their positions in a growing market for unmanned underwater naval equipment.
Cyber
The US military is not organized for cyber war
Too much of this debate treats a new service as a judgment on Cyber Command’s performance. It is not.
Electronic Warfare
Pentagon’s realistic electronic warfare system to move to Navy lab
DARPA says it has built the world’s largest, most realistic electronic warfare test capability.
VIDEOS
Manufacturing woes hamper US 155mm ammo production
A new report says artillery shell producers are far short of a goal to manufacture 100,000 Howitzer shells per month.
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Boeing begins 3D-printing Apache helicopter parts
Boeing has teamed up with ASTRO America to 3D-print parts for its Apache attack helicopter as a way to potentially improve supply chains and manufacturing.
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Aging IT burdens Pentagon leaders seeking change, Google’s Dahut says
Karen Dahut was named CEO of Google Public Sector in September 2022. She previously led defense ventures at Booz Allen Hamilton.
Goodbye, dials: Digital avionics coming to aging US Air Force C-130s
The C-130H's avionics modernization will replace its old analog gauges with digital displays, as well as an array of other navigation and flight upgrades.
Hamas drones helped catch Israel off guard, experts say
Commercially available models have leveled the playing field for seemingly inferior opponents.
Opinion
The Pentagon is running out of time to get zero trust right
A successful zero trust transition demands more than technological prowess—it requires a reorientation of mindset and strategy.
By Apu Pavithran
Ukraine uses US-provided ATACMS against Russian forces for first time
While some versions of the missiles can go as far as about 180 miles, the ones sent to Ukraine have a shorter range and carry cluster munitions.
By Lolita C. Baldor, The Associated Press
Defense Innovation Board to study innovation barriers, data economy
The deputy undersecretary of defense for research and engineering commissioned the Defense Innovation Board to complete the studies by February.
Hezbollah destroys Israeli surveillance cameras along Lebanese border
France’s top diplomat Monday said the tense situation along the Lebanon-Israel border is “worrying and dangerous” and urged restraint.
By Kareem Chehayeb