SeaGull Demonstrates Autonomous ASW Capabilities
September 15, 2017 by Tamir Eshel · Comment
Filed under: Elbit Systems, Israel, L-3, Syndicated Industry News
Filed under: Elbit Systems, Israel, L-3, Syndicated Industry News
Elbit Systems has developed an unmanned anti-submarine warfare (ASW) and mine countermeasure (MCM) vessels that enable navies to detect and defeat enemy submarines and neutralize sea mines in a safer, more efficient and affordable way. At the DSEI exhibition this week the company has demonstrated how the unmanned Seagull boats can autonomously perform anti-submarine operations over a distance of 1,890 nautical miles, with the mission controlled over a satellite link from the company's exhibit at DSEI in London.
Thales Introduces the F90MBR Modular Assault Rifle
Thales' F90MBR is a
Modular Bullpup Rifle, based on the proven F90, designed to support the modern integrated
solider. Photo: Thales
Sharper Eyes for Border Protection
On clear days observation posts on border lines can cover tens of kilometers, but at night or in degraded visibility conditions, the line becomes porous and attracts unlawful or hostile activity. Israel’s Electro-Optics (EO) specialist CONTROP Precision Technologies Ltd. succeeded to expand such sensor coverage beyond 40 km, enabling security forces to deploy fewer towers while improving the coverage of long borders and coastal lines.
Lithium Juice for Combat Vehicles
Israel's battery specialist Epsilor has launched a new line of vehicle batteries with ultra-high energy density, packed in standard 6T form factor. The new lithium rechargeable military vehicle batteries offer triple time silent watch, high power and managed charging, as well as heater supported operation in extreme temperatures.
A Digital Window Embedded with Transparent Armor
ScreeneX, a digital display embedded in a vehicle's windshield is the first armored windshield with a built-in LCD digital screen, enabling combat vehicle designers to use areas of the vehicle’s ballistic protected windows to display digital images, including information from the vehicle systems, command, and control, on board sensors or digital maps.
A Digital Window Embedded with Transparent Armor
ScreeneX, a digital display embedded in a vehicle's windshield is the first armored windshield with a built-in LCD digital screen, enabling combat vehicle designers to use areas of the vehicle’s ballistic protected windows to display digital images, including information from the vehicle systems, command, and control, on board sensors or digital maps.
Russian Arms in the War on Terror
At the Army-2017 exhibition near Moscow, the Russian arms industries are promotiong the latest weapons and systems tested in combat in Syria. Unlike similar events in the west, the Russian weapons are demonstrated in daily live firing demonstrations throughout the week long event.
Russian Helicopters Introduces a Training Version of the Night Hunter
The Russian Rosvertol company completed production of the first newly modernized Mi-28UB 'Night Hunter' attack helicopter toward delivery to the Russian military. Unlike the standard attack helicopter, the UB has dual controls in the front and back seats, to enable better training of flight personnel.
Russia to Begin BMP Replacement in 2021
The Kurganets-25 AIFV variant is displayed this week at the Army 2017 event in the Patriot Expo Center near Moscow. The manufacturer, Kurganmashzavod is expecting to launch serial production of the new family in 2021
Negotiating Missile Defense in the Turkish Bazar
July 19, 2017 by Tamir Eshel · Comment
Filed under: missile defense, Russia, Syndicated Industry News, Turkey
Filed under: missile defense, Russia, Syndicated Industry News, Turkey
Turkey is negotiating a mega deal worth billions of dollars in a 'Turkish Bazar' style, where the European Eurosam consortium faces a competing offer from the Russians, through their largest missile exporter Rostec, as Ankara opens its missile defense program to foreign bidders.
Russia, Iran Highlight Combat Tested Hardware at the Russian MAKS Airshow
MAKS 2017, the biennial Russian air show opened for business today in Zhukovsky near Moscow, hosting President Vladimir Putin as the guest of honor. This year's event highlights many systems recently used in combat in the Middle East, combat aircraft, helicopters, aerial weapons, and countermeasures, unmanned systems, payloads, missiles and air defense systems.
Leonardo Adds an M346 Variant Dedicated to Air and Ground Attack
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Australian Forces Select Aerovironment’s Wasp-AE Mini-UAVs
June 1, 2017 by Tamir Eshel · Comment
Filed under: AeroVironment, Australia, Syndicated Industry News
Filed under: AeroVironment, Australia, Syndicated Industry News
 The Australian defense department selected AeroVironment's Wasp AE small unmanned aircraft system for use by the Australian Defence Force (ADF). The Australian order will deliver mini-drones within a period of three-year period, and support the systems for ten years. The contract is worth A$101 million(USD 74.6 million), of which the about half (US$36.5 million) will be the original manufacturer's share. |
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German Court Clears Israel’s Drone Sale to the Bundeswehr
May 31, 2017 by News Desk · Comment
Filed under: General Atomics, Germany, IAI, Israel, Syndicated Industry News
Filed under: General Atomics, Germany, IAI, Israel, Syndicated Industry News
 A German court dismissed a legal challenge from U.S. weapons maker General Atomics to Germany's plans to lease armed drones from Israel Aerospace Industries, clearing the way for the drone program to go ahead, Reuters reported. Judge Heinz-Peter Dicks said the ruling was effective immediately and meant that Germany can now procure drones as it had planned. |
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German Lynx AFVs Proposed to Replace Czech BMPs
 Rheinmetall is showcasing its new family of LYNX combat vehicles at the IDET 2017 in the Czech Republic city of Brno. Based on mature technologies and components the LYNX is positioned as an advanced, mid-weight armored vehicle designed to replace AFVs that are gradually being phased out, such as the BMP-1 and BMP-2 used by many of the Eastern European countries, including the Czech Republic. |
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Rafael’s ‘Smarter’ Spike is Designed to Defeat Tanks with Active Protection
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New Orders Expand Indian LRSAM Integration to More Vessels
 Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI) announced today it has been awarded an additional, $630 million- contract for the supply of LRSAM air & missile defense systems for four ships of the Indian navy. The type of ships was not released but are likely to be Project 15B Visakhapatnam-class missile destroyers, scheduled for commissioning from 2018 through 2024. |
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UVision Extends Loitering Weapon Capability with Hero-400EC
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A New Radar for Israel’s Missile Boats
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SPEAR Mk-2 Mobile Mortar – Firepower for the Light Infantry
Elbit Systems unveiled the Spear Mk 2, a new version of the autonomous mortar system designed for Lightweight Combat Vehicles
South Korea Extends Hyunmoo-2 Ballistic Missile Range
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New Indian Order Brings Barak-8 Order Book to US$ 5 Billion
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Entry of International Players Could Change India’s Aerospace Landscape Forever
February 13, 2017 by Tamir Eshel · Comment
Filed under: Boeing, IAI, India, Lockheed Martin, Syndicated Industry News
Filed under: Boeing, IAI, India, Lockheed Martin, Syndicated Industry News
 The Aero India 2017 airshow opening today (February 14) at Indian Air Force (IAF) Station Yelahanka, Bengaluru marks the 11th Aero India airshow. Unlike past events dominated by competitors seeking to sell aircraft to India, this time the world’s largest aerospace industries are offering to deliver complete production lines that will roll out today’s fighter […] |
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 Larsen & Toubro (L&T) and European weapon system specialist MBDA have announced the formation of an Indian based Joint Venture to pursue opportunities for the development and supply of missiles systems to meet the growing potential requirements of the Indian armed forces. To begin with, the JV will look to develop and supply fifth generation anti-tank guided missiles, anti-ship missiles for coastal defense and high-speed target drones. |
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