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Hensoldt Unveils New-Gen ARGOS-15 Airborne Surveillance and Targeting System

September 20, 2024 @ 05:44 AM

HENSOLDT has announced the launch of its new-generation airborne imaging system, the ARGOS-15, at the Africa Aerospace and Defence (AAD) Expo 2024. The ARGOS-15 is a 15-inch gimbal system designed for medium- to high-altitude missions on both manned and unmanned airborne platforms

Airbus, Quantum Systems Test Autonomous Swarm Technology

September 19, 2024 @ 01:52 PM

Airbus and Quantum Systems have conducted tests of autonomous swarm technology as part of the KITU 2 research project, commissioned by the German Armed Forces in July 2023. This project aimed to harness artificial intelligence to coordinate swarms of drones with varying capabilities, enabling efficient control by a small number of...

Turkey's Aselsan Tests Guided Miniature Bomb from Akinci Drone

September 19, 2024 @ 08:23 AM

Aselsan, a Turkish defense company, conducted a test of its TOLUN-IIR guided miniature bomb from a Bayraktar Akinci drone on September 17. The TOLUN-IIR, equipped with an imaging infrared seeker head, was launched from the Akinci Flight Training and Test Center in Tekirdag on September 17

U.S. DoD Awards Contract to Anduril Industries for Launched Effects Technology Development...

September 18, 2024 @ 05:56 AM

Anduril Industries has been awarded a

Bosnia and Herzegovina to Acquire Bayraktar TB2 Drones from Turkey

September 17, 2024 @ 10:39 AM

The Armed Forces of Bosnia and Herzegovina are set to acquire six Bayraktar TB2 drones from Turkish manufacturer Baykar Technologies. This is according to a statement to local media by Bosnian Defense Minister Zukan Helez on September 11

Ukrainian T-64B Tank Destroyed in First Use of Drone-launched X-UAV Missile

September 11, 2024 @ 12:29 PM

Russia's latest weapon in the Ukraine conflict, the drone-launched X-UAV missile, has made its combat debut in the Kursk region, taking out a Ukrainian T-64B battle tank. Developed by the Tula Instrument Design Bureau (KBP), part of the High-Precision Systems holding of Rostec, the X-UAV missile is designed for drone deployment to destroy lightly armored vehicles

First Bayraktar TB2 UAV Retires After a Decade of Service

September 11, 2024 @ 09:34 AM

The first Bayraktar TB2 UAV to enter service, tail-numbered S5, has officially been retired after a decade of active duty

WB Group, Leonardo Partner to Develop AI- Driven Tactical Drones

September 11, 2024 @ 09:12 AM

Leonardo and WB SA Group signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on September 4 at the International Defense Industry Exhibition in Kielce. The MoU details their joint efforts to develop and explore business opportunities for tactical unmanned aerial vehicles and loitering munitions, with a focus on AI-driven technologies and swarm operations

Russian Drone Maker Albatross Unveils New Reconnaisance UAV Prototype

September 9, 2024 @ 11:19 AM

At the Army-2024 Forum, Russian drone manufacturer Albatros showcased its latest prototype, the "Reaper-3000." The Reaper-3000 boasts a 1660mm wingspan, 1100mm length, and 6kg takeoff weight, with a payload capacity of 2-3kg and an electric engine

South Korea to Acquire Polish Kamikaze Drones

September 5, 2024 @ 01:18 PM

South Korean military is likely to acquire hundreds of Polish-made Kamikaze drones following the conclusion of a tender for the same. The Defense Acquisition Program Administration (DAPA) received a request to purchase the suicide drones late last month (from the armed forces), Korean publication JoongAng Ilbo, reported on Tuesday

Ukrainian FPV Drone Deploys Thermite on Russian-Held Treeline

September 4, 2024 @ 08:48 AM

A Ukrainian drone, being referred to as 'Dragonfire,' has deployed molten thermite on a Russian-held treeline, setting it ablaze for the second consecutive time. The incident was first revealed on September 2, when a video surfaced on social media showing the drone releasing a stream of intense, white-hot flames from thermite onto Russian positions

Poland’s WB GROUP Unveils Warmate 50 Kamikaze Drone with 50-Kilogram Warhead

September 4, 2024 @ 08:27 AM

At the International Defence Industry Exhibition (MSPO) 2024 in Kielce, the Polish defense company WB GROUP unveiled the Warmate 50 kamikaze drone featuring a 50-kilogram warhead. Currently under development, the Warmate 50s capabilities make it the first long-range loitering munition of its kind produced in Poland

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