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Australia Approves Next Phase of Collins Class Submarine Life Extension

June 6, 2024 @ 07:35 AM

The Australian government is committing $4-5 billion to a life-of-type extension program for its Collins class submarines, ensuring they maintain a strong strike and deterrence capability. HMAS Farncomb will be the first of the six Collins class submarines to undergo this program, with sustainment and capability enhancements starting in 2026 at Osborne in South Australia
Lockheed Martin, University of Iowa Demonstrate AI in Air-to-Air Intercepts

June 6, 2024 @ 05:09 AM

Lockheed Martin Skunk Works and the University of Iowa's Operator Performance Laboratory (OPL) demonstrated AI-piloted air-to-air intercepts using an L-29 Delfin jet. The partnership led to flight demonstrations in which Artificial Intelligence (AI) directly piloted and conducted tactical exercises with a full-scale, live aircraft – specifically, one of OPL's L-29 Delfin jets – by issuing commands related to heading, speed, and altitude
Hensoldt to Equip Ukrainian Helicopters with Detection and Self-Protection Sensors

June 6, 2024 @ 04:30 AM

Sensor solutions provider HENSOLDT is set to enhance the defense capabilities of the Ukrainian armed forces by equipping their helicopters with advanced detection and self-protection sensors. This latest order includes further deliveries of the Airborne Missile Protection System (AMPS), with the contract valued in the double-digit million range
Russia Researching Use of Neural Networks to Detect Small Drones

June 4, 2024 @ 11:18 AM

A Russian University is studying the use of neural networks to detect small drones which sneak in under the radar umbrella of air defense systems. Specialists from Tula State University (TulSU) are exploring the combination of neural networks with radar systems to detect unique patterns in sound and movement that differentiate small UAVs with other flying objects and direct counter-drone devices at them
Russian Firm Develops Missile Equipped Armored Robot

June 4, 2024 @ 08:22 AM

Russias Rostec has announced tests of a newly-developed robotic tracked platform named ‘Impulse-M equipped with a combat module with an anti-tank missile system. This was
Finnish F/A-18 Jets Arrive in Romania for NATO's Inaugural Air-shielding Mission

June 4, 2024 @ 08:18 AM

The Finnish Air Force will participate in NATO's collective peacetime missions in Romania in summer 2024. Seven Finnish F/A-18 Hornet fighter jets landed at Mihail Kogălniceanu Air Base on Monday, June 3rd, 2024
Pentagon Announces $1.9B Contract for HIMARS Rocket Systems

June 4, 2024 @ 06:09 AM

The Pentagon has awarded a contract valued at approximately $1.9 billion for High Mobility Artillery Rocket Systems (HIMARS), with work expected to be completed by May 31, 2028
Russian Firm Signs Contract with Defense Ministry for Supply of Upgraded Obereg...

June 3, 2024 @ 10:21 AM

The Tula Oktava plant, managed by RT-Capital of the Rostec State Corporation, has signed a contract with the Russian Ministry of Defense to supply a large batch of Obereg (“Amulets”) body armor, now enhanced with an expanded protection area. The new "Amulets," meeting military requirements, have a protection class of BR-4 and can stop armor-piercing bullets from 7
Kongsberg to Supply JSF Missile For F-35 Jets of Norway, US Air...

June 3, 2024 @ 08:51 AM

Kongsberg has secured a contract with the United States Air Force (USAF) for supplying Joint Strike Missiles (JSM) for the F-35A aircraft. The contract, valued at up to $141 million, extending until August 2026, encompasses production of all up JSM rounds, containers, and test equipment, with specific quantities undisclosed
Belgium Lays Foundation Stone for Second F-35 Complex

June 3, 2024 @ 08:18 AM

Belgium has commenced construction on its second F-35 complex, with a groundbreaking ceremony taking place at Kleine-Brogel Air Base on May 30. The new complex is being developed to accommodate the forthcoming fleet of F-35A fighter aircraft, which will replace the current F-16 fleet deployed at Florennes and Kleine-Brogel

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