Press Releases
15 September 2023
Forescout, a global cybersecurity leader and a key provider of cybersecurity solutions to the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD), announced today that it secured a new contract with the DoD as it enters year four of the highly successful Comply-to-Connect (C2C) program. The program’s next stage will be to configure delivered capabilities to enforce zero trust access principles across the DoD Information Network (DoDIN) enterprise and bring the DoD closer to the goals set forth in the Depa
Read more...14 September 2023
Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, Ltd. (MHI) is advancing the development of mankind's lunar exploration by participating in a series of domestic and international space programs. Through the contributions of these programs, which are based on our unparalleled heritage in space technologies, built over many years of space development, MHI will help launch a new era in lunar exploration and expanding the life in space half a century after the Apollo programs. 1. Environmental control
Read more...14 September 2023
Adarga, the British AI leader in information intelligence, today announced the launch of Adarga Vantage: its high-speed, high-precision information analysis tool. Underpinned by Adarga’s data science heritage in defence and national security, it’s built to supercharge the analysis of in-house and open-source information - delivering decision advantage in the face of growing geostrategic challenges. Adarga Vantage is available to buy today and has already been rolled out
Read more...14 September 2023
The UK Ministry of Defence has awarded BAE Systems a contract to develop its Striker II Helmet Mounted Display for the Royal Air Force Typhoon fleet. Developed at BAE Systems in Rochester, Kent, Striker II is one of the world’s most advanced fighter helmets which uses the latest technologies to integrate its all-digital night vision system and daylight readable colour display. Striker II displays data directly onto the pilot’s helmet visor, providing an augmented reality
Read more...13 September 2023
Teledyne FLIR, part of Teledyne Technologies Incorporated, today announced two additional mid wave infrared (MWIR) imaging solutions for integrators developing ground- based intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR) systems. The Neutrino Ground ISR 300 and Ground ISR 420 offer high-performance imaging, long life, and a low switching cost through the combination of Teledyne FLIR’s best-in-class MWIR camera modules, continuous zoom (CZ) lenses and image processing with market-l
Read more...BWX Technologies, Inc. today announced a two-phase, two-year contract with the Wyoming Energy Authority to assess the viability of deploying small-scale nuclear reactors in the state as a source of resilient and reliable energy to augment existing power generation resources. BWXT Advanced Technologies LLC will execute the two-year contract in close consultation with the State of Wyoming and other Wyoming organizations and companies. Under phase one of the contract, BWXT wi
Read more...13 September 2023
Teledyne FLIR Defense, part of Teledyne Technologies Incorporated, is showcasing a new technology concept at this week’s DSEI conference in London that will allow crews to autonomously launch small drones operated from inside a military vehicle; perform reconnaissance, surveillance, and target acquisition (RSTA); and then recover the aircraft without ever having to leave the safety of the vehicle. The Black Recon™ Vehicle Reconnaissance System (VRS) is a development prog
Read more...12 September 2023
Strider Technologies, Inc. and Sumisho Aero-Systems Corporation ("SAS"), a Sumitomo Corporation company, have agreed to a strategic partnership that will bring and expand Strider's unique technology solution in the Japanese market, together with Sumitomo Corporation and Sumitomo Corporation of Americas (collectively with SAS, "Sumitomo"). Strider is the leading provider of Strategic Intelligence for companies, governments, research institutions, and uni
Read more...12 September 2023
Lockheed Martin Corporation, in conjunction with the University of Iowa's Operator Performance Laboratory (OPL), completed an artificial intelligence (AI) demonstration using two piloted L-29 aircraft (acting as surrogates for uncrewed systems) performing jamming support in a simulated air-to-ground mission. The successful execution of the electronic attack task by AI agents shows how autonomous uncrewed aerial systems can operate in coordination with crewed tactical platforms in future c
Read more...11 September 2023
Today Metrea announced that the Defense Innovation Unit recently selected Metrea Simulations as the sole software provider for their Virtual Training for Air Dominance program, in support of the 19th Air Force and the U.S. Air Force Air Education and Training Command. Using NOR, MSIM's simulation platform, VTRAD will enable affordable and scalable ultimate-fidelity training for Air Force fighter and bomber pilots in training. MSIM will deliver a high-fidelity virtual T-38C flight model an
Read more...A United Launch Alliance (ULA) Atlas V rocket carrying the SILENTBARKER/NROL-107 mission for the National Reconnaissance Office (NRO) and the United States Space Force's Space Systems Command (SSC) lifted off on Sept.10 at 8:47 a.m. EDT from Space Launch Complex-41 at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station. To date, ULA has launched 157 times with 100 percent mission success. "We're grateful for the opportunity to continue to build on a legacy of outstanding teamwork and co
Read more...8 September 2023
Laser Photonics Corporation a leading global industrial developer of CleanTech laser systems for laser cleaning, recently launched its DefenseTech MLRI-2000 as part of its military-focused product line. “Our DefenseTech MLRI-2000 is a cost-effective, time-efficient and safe method of corrosion removal that can be used to effectively remove rust from military equipment while abiding by military standards,” said Wayne Tupuola, chief executive officer of Laser Photoni
Read more...8 September 2023
ATI Inc. has been awarded a contract by Bechtel Plant Machinery Inc. (BPMI) to support development of highly engineered part solutions in support of the U.S. Naval Nuclear Propulsion Program. To support the contract, which calls for advanced manufacturing methods including metal additive manufacturing, ATI will establish a dedicated additive manufacturing facility outside Fort Lauderdale, Florida. ATI will expand upon its traditional capabilities, bringing expertise as a global prod
Read more...Allison Transmission, the largest global manufacturer of medium- and heavy-duty fully automatic transmissions for commercial and defense vehicles, has been awarded a contract worth approximately $13 million for the second phase of the U.S. Army’s Low-Rate Initial Production contract for the newly named M10 Booker Combat Vehicle, formerly known as Mobile Protected Firepower. Designed to increase the combat power of the Army’s Infantry Brigade Combat Teams, the M10 Booker is one of
Read more...7 September 2023
BAE Systems' next-generation vehicle management computer was successfully flight tested on the F-35 Lighting II aircraft. The test demonstrated a technology upgrade for all three F-35 variants that will increase computer performance and addresses obsolescence issues. Testing occurred at Naval Air Station Patuxent and Edwards Air Force Base. BAE Systems' Vehicle Management Computer (VMC) enables advanced control modes and improves mission efficiency and safety. Its distribute
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