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US Army refreshes competition for short-range laser
The Army will begin a directed-energy test campaign to find the sweet spot for laser weapons when it comes to lethality, reliability and cost.
By Jen Judson
Marines field, upgrade radios with more channels, better crypto
The service has fielded 4,000 radios since October 2023.
By Todd South
Air Force’s electric aircraft test ends with simulated casualty evac
The Air Force is looking for ways to use electric aircraft for everything from shuttling cargo and passengers around a base to evacuating downed airmen.
Savoie takes over as Elbit Systems of America chief executive
The company was in October selected to work on a next-generation laser targeting system known as JETS II.
Directed-energy weapons need full Pentagon commitment, industry says
At least 31 directed-energy initiatives are underway across the U.S. military, according to the National Defense Industrial Association.
Artis debuts vehicle active protection that tackles threats from above
Artis is unveiling an Active Protection System it says addresses a capability gap the US Army and others are looking to fill; defending attacks from above.
By Jen Judson
RTX, L3Harris to update electronic warfare kit on Navy’s Super Hornets
The sea service in late 2023 identified non-kinetic effects — digital weaponry and other high-tech attacks — as a decider of future conflicts.
Bombardier Defense VP Patrick talks deep sensing, Kansas investing
Military and business customers look for similar aircraft attributes, including reliability, according to Bombardier Defense's Steve Patrick.
L3Harris says Viper Shield electronic warfare tool for F-16s nears goal
The Viper Shield suite will be fitted aboard Lockheed Martin F-16 Block 70/72 jets sold to foreign militaries.
Spy demonstrator planes log nearly 1,000 sorties in Europe and Pacific
As the first two jet-based ISR planes log hours in Europe and Pacific, two more will deploy in 2024.
By Jen Judson