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F-35’s computer now integrates propulsion data
The next iteration of the F-35’s Autonomic Logistics Information System (ALIS) has been approved for installation at U.S. Air Force and U.S. Navy F-35 sites.
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Raytheon to test USS Zumwalt mission systems
The upcoming engineering work corresponds to ongoing development of the USS Zumwalt’s new computer system called Total Ship Computing Environment.
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Video Update 4-25-17: Navy starts USS Zumwalt computer testing
The Navy and Raytheon are refining an emerging high-tech, ship-board computer system called Total Ship Computing Environment.
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Lockheed to add air defense to AN/TPQ-53 counter-fire radar
Short range air defense capabilities will be added to the counter-fire and counter-drone surveillance functions of the Army’s Lockheed AN/TPQ-53 counter-fire radar system.
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Air Force, AT&T sensor network protects bases
The Air Force has begun a pilot program that uses infrared sensors and wireless cell phone technologies to secure base perimeters.
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The Air Force upgrades its missile early warning systems
Harris Inc. will provide system engineering and software support as the Air Force’s advanced array missile detection radar systems receive improved communication, tracking, and identification capabilities.
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Navy fast-tracks new mine-hunting surface drone
The latest Navy unmanned surface counter-mine system will begin developmental testing with plans to integrate enhanced minehunting sonar technology.
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Navy approves testing for unmanned minesweeping system
The latest Navy unmanned surface counter-mine system will begin developmental testing with plans to integrate enhanced minehunting sonar technology.
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The Navy tests new augmented reality helmet, automation
2017 Trident Warrior exercise will offer a chance for sailors to operate cutting edge naval warfare technology.
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Marine Corps develops new ruggedized tablet
The latest rugged tablet, which will consolidate apps for mission and field data communication onto one device, is scheduled to be operational by 2019.
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Marine Corp mobile location device to be ready by 2019
Marine Corp mobile location device to be ready by 2019 Summary: The latest rugged tablet, which will consolidate apps for mission and field data communication onto one device, is scheduled to be operational by 2019.
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Asia will surpass the U.S. in C4ISR spending by 2025
The global C4ISR market led by electronic warfare spending is forecast to grow by 4 percent annually as regional powers look to protect expanding forces.
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Navy’s Energy Magazine supports higher power demands on ships
The Energy Magazine concept will use new peak-shaving technology and next generation DC interfaces to make electric ships more combat mission-ready.
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Raytheon to develop new software for dispersed computers
Raytheon will develop new software and apps for that will allow mission commanders to use local networks and more versatile platforms.
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Navy readies swarming micro-drones
CICADA, essentially a flying circuit board, is being readied for further testing.
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Pentagon evaluates new Lockheed Multi-INT sensor technology
New aerial sensor integration technology allows air crews to view real-time ISR feeds without needing a ground station.
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DARPA tasks BAE with workaround to secure the power grid in event of massive attack
DARPA has awarded BAE an $8.6 million deal to engineer secure alternative wireless networks in the event of attack.
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Navy requests proposals for new high power surface laser
The Navy is seeking a new surface laser weapon with counter-ISR technology for its destroyers that is twice as powerful as currently deployed laser weapons.
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