Elbit Demos “HattoriX” Fire Support System to Eight European Countries
Elbit Systems recently demonstrated its “HattoriX” artificial intelligence based fire support system to eight Western European countries signaling a possible sale to these nations. HattoriX is a passive/active target acquisition systems that uses Artificial Intelligence to enable Forward Observers and similarly tasked tactical teams to close sensor-to-shooter loops with three intuitive...
Chinese Army Inducts New All-Terrain Vehicle for Logistics Support in High-Alt Plateau...
The Chinese Peoples Liberation Army (PLA) has commissioned a newly-developed all-terrain vehicle for logistics support missions in plateau regions with altitudes higher than 5,000 meters. Designed with caterpillar tracks made of metalloid, this new all-terrain vehicle can tread over slopes of 35 degrees and can deliver 1
France Orders 364 Serval Armored Vehicles for Army
The French Army has placed an order for 364 Serval armored vehicles of which it will receive 108 of them next year. On Friday, the Direction générale de l'armement (DGA) a contract for the vehicles was finalized on December 23 under SCORPION program following tests
U.S. Army’s Abrams Tanks to be fitted with Israeli WindGuard Radar Systems...
Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI) has completed delivery of hundreds of WindGuard radar systems to the U.S
BAE Systems Wins $500M to Provide New Turrets for Netherlands CV90
BAE Systems has signed an extensive mid-life upgrade contract worth more than $500 million with the Dutch Defence Materiel Organization (DMO) for the Royal Netherlands Armys fleet of 122 CV90s, with an option for an additional 19 vehicles. The upgrade program with a new turret will vastly improve the vehicles capabilities...
DRDO Develops India’s first Indigenously-Developed 9mm Machine Pistol
Indias first indigenous 9mm Machine Pistol has been jointly developed by DRDO and Indian Army. Infantry School, Mhow and DRDOs Armament Research & Development Establishment (ARDE), Pune have designed and developed this weapon using their respective expertise in the complementary areas
Powered Exoskeleton to Help Chinese Soldiers Carry 50 kg Ammunition
A new type of motor-powered exoskeleton suit to carry ammunition boxes weighing 50 kg has been unveiled by the Chinese military. The light-weight exoskeleton suit, known as the portable ammunition support assist system for individual soldiers, can provide 20 kg of assisted strength to its user, relieve more than 50% of the burden and greatly reduce risks of waist injury, China Central Television (CCTV) reported on Monday
Saab Receives Norwegian Order for Carl-Gustaf M4
The Norwegian Armed Forces have signed a framework agreement with Saab for the Carl-Gustaf M4. Saab has received an initial order for Carl-Gustaf M4 weapons with deliveries in 2021
Akinci Drones, Upgraded ATAK Helicopters Among new Weapons for Turkey in 2021
Delivery of Turkeys new Akinci unmanned combat aerial vehicle (UCAV) to Turkish Armed Forces (TSK) is set to begin this year along with the serial production of Aksungur medium-altitude, long-endurance (MALE) drone. In addition, deliveries of the upgraded T129 Tactical Reconnaissance and Attack Helicopter (ATAK) to the Turkish armed forces will take place this year
General Atomics Awarded Army Contract Modification for Hypersonic Gun Launched Guided Projectiles
General Atomics Electromagnetic Systems (GA-EMS) announced today it has been awarded a contract modification from the U.S
Chinese Army Debuts Reconnaissance-Attack Robot
The Chinese People's Liberation Army (PLA) Eastern Theater Command showcased a new tank-like reconnaissance robot during exercises held at the beginning of the year. During the exercises, the operation team arrived at the frontline via assault vehicles, the reconnaissance team used the robot to conduct reconnaissance on hostile outposts, the drone team used drones to conduct aerial surveillance, and the advance team seized control of high points and guided attacks on key hostile targets, China Central Television (CCTV) reported on Wednesday
Netherlands Retires Zr.Ms. Makkum Minehunter after 40 Years of Service
L3Harris Wins $999M U.S. Navy Communications Contract
Russia Prepares Response after Ukrainian ATACMS Strikes
Pentagon, Lockheed Martin Reach Agreement for Two More Lots of F-35 Fighters
Russian Su-57 and Chinese J-20 as Alternatives to the American F-35 Stealth Fighter
As the Russian Su-57 stealth fighter jet enters serial production, the debate over how it stacks up against the American...
NATO’s Intensified Exercises a Prep to Attack Russia?
Recent NATO exercises such as the BALTOPS-24, Steadfast Defender 2024 and its first-ever Basic Fighter Maneuvers exercise have been its...
Precision in the Skies: The Evolution of Loitering Munitions
Loitering munitions - drones that hover over a target and blow up near it - have become the weapon of...
Is the Patriot Air Defense System Outdated?
After Israel revealed its decision to decommission its U
Russia's Growing Influence in Africa: Arms Sales and Military Bases
Russia's expanding influence in Africa, demonstrated by arms sales, military deployments, and diplomatic engagements, reflects a significant geopolitical shift on...