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Will computational advances help stealth survive digital air defenses?
A new Air Force study highlights the challenges of maintaining an advantage with stealth aircraft in light of the fast evolving digital processors used by adversary air defenses.
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Next-gen handheld radio can help save downed pilots lives
General Dynamics just released an upgraded radio for downed pilots to send rapid and secure GPS data to rescuers.
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MDA leaders work on new sensor for THAAD
The MDA is developing new electro-optical sensor technology that distinguishes between lethal and non-lethal threats.
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Navy Virginia class subs get upgraded Tactical Control Systems
Attack submarines equipped with Tactical Control Systems for weapons control are getting new commercially developed hardware, software and tech for sensors, networks, command and control.
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Navy turns to unmanned systems to map the ocean
Navy turns to unmanned systems to map the ocean.
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Palm-sized device gives Marines ability to carry lighter load and resupply often
With the handheld PCARD, Marines in the field can alert leaders to low supplies and build better logistical data.
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New version of JCREW will use same software for vehicles and ground fighters
The latest EW jammer for radio-controlled IEDs will use same software and architecture for ground fighters, vehicles, and compounds.
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Army wants smarter computer AI for electronic warfare
The Army seeks AI solutions for rapid identification of emerging electronic warfare threats.
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DOD risks 'rogue' apps under current IoT policy
New GAO report warns about IoT security and "rogue" apps on mobile devices, smart televisions and other systems.
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New kits allow soldiers to diffuse IEDs and innovate with 3D printing in combat
Software catalog helps find the specs on parts that need replacing.
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Recent tests show new Air Force tanker can withstand electronic attack
The new KC-46A refueling aircraft successfully withstood both stationary and inflight electromagnetic warfare testing.
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College cyber warriors team with Pentagon on hacking tech
Congress plans to increase funding for a new tech training course where college students work with DOD officials on hacking and cyber warfare techniques
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New combined system blocks jamming in GPS-denied environment
IAI and Honeywell will combine GPS-denied navigation and anti-jamming technologies to create an advanced EW tool.
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SOCOM pursues handheld, software defined radio with built-in ISR receiver
A new handheld, two channel radio with a built-in ISR receiver allows software-programmable radios to view and distribute video in real time across a battlefield network.
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Marines add new high-tech command & control system
The Marine Corps has a new mobile C2 system that uses radar, computing power, and radio-links.
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Video Update 7-28-17: Army Cyber Quest Simulates Russian Cyberattacks
Army Cyber Quest exercise simulates Russian cyberattacks and prepares for future cyber threats.
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Army plans to deploy lighter weight, helicopter sling loaded, HMMWV mounted WIN-T
Using faster processing power and other advances, the Army is testing a lightweight version of WIN-T Inc. 2 able to mount onto HMMWVs and sling load beneath helicopters.
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CNO: Network, cyber connectivity key to future Naval superiority
IT upgrades and next generation platforms will help grow the Navy’s network use so that it can maintain maritime superiority.
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SOCOM wants commandos to become walking SIGINT sensors
U.S. Special Operations Command is looking for a signals intelligence sensor to equip an individual commando with SIGINT-like ISR technology.
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