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Air Force: An F-16 could be vulnerable to cyber attack
Air Force leaders outlined 7 lines of attack to better protect weapons, platforms and networks from cyber threats.
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Air Force strenghtens IT support for the National Air and Space Intelligence Center
A new Air Force IT contract will improve IT support for the National Air and Space Intelligence Center
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High-Tech Unmanned Surface Vessels Will Change Amphibious Warfare
The Pentagon is rapidly advancing sophisticated Unmanned Surface Vessels able to conduct dangerous missions into enemy territory. Surface drones are designed to better protect sailors and marines by carrying cargo and supplies, firing weapons and performing a wide range of combat functions for a manned host ship.
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New IT, blade servers on Navy high-tech stealth destroyer - USS Zumwalt
The new USS Zumwalt features new "blade server" computing technology and an Integrated Power System to accommodate more on-board electrical power.
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U.S. responds to breaches with new IT security rules
Mandatory cyber security regulations for military contractors' IT system take effect at the end of 2017
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New Army satellite network gives paratroopers intel in-flight
An emerging Airborne satellite network technology gives paratroopers combat-relevant details while enroute to an assault. The network allows Army paratroopers to land at an objective with current intelligence central to their missions
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Army accelerates Active Protection Systems technology
Active Protection Systems rely on computer algorithms and processors to track and destroy approaching enemy fire in a matter of milliseconds. The Army hopes to accelerate its development for tactical and armored combat vehicles, such as Abrams tanks.
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Navy Extends "Netted" Sensor Ship Defense Technology
By extending its Cooperative Engagement Capability contract with Raytheon, the Navy will sustain and increase its ability to defend surface ships from distances beyond the horizon. Networked or "netted" sensors can enable ships to track and destroy approaching enemy fire from drones, anti-ship missiles or other threats.
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Army’s Rapid Capabilities Office speeds through startup phase
The Army’s new Rapid Capabilities Office fast-tracks its own startup as it seeks to close technological gaps on the modern battlefield.
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AF reaper and small drones replace Predator
The Air Force's Small UAS Roadmap is expected to increase use of small drones as explosives to attack enemy targets. The service is also preparing to retire its Predator drone and replace it with smaller drones able to perform similar similar functions. Also, the service is in the process of expanding the weapons ability and mission scope of its larger Reaper drone.
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Electronic warfare: Navy advances next-generation jammer
The Navy's Next-Generation Jammer, to be ready by 2021, is designed to jam multiple radars at the same time and defeat future high-tech enemy air defenses.
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Air Force chief scientist: future drones stealthier -more autonomous
The drones of tomorrow will be stealthier, faster, more computerized, equipped for electronic warfare, more lethal, more autonomous and, in some cases, able to deploy as swarming groups of mini-drones, according to the Air Force’s Chief Scientist.
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Advanced algorithms allow Navy submarines to control multiple undersea drones
The Navy's emerging drone strategy envisions a scenario where multiple drones can conduct ISR, search for mines and even find and attack targets.
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Navy bolsters its electronics test systems
Lockheed Martin wins another deal to support CASS for the Navy and six allied countries.
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Navy continues electronic warfare upgrades for ships
A $149 million contract to Lockheed Martin is the latest step in a long-running program to improve the service’s ability to detect and defend against a variety of threats.
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DOD adds a third DIUx innovation unit in Austin, Texas
The new location joins the effort to involve industry, academia and start-ups in developing cutting-edge security and other technologies.
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With military research into nanomaterials, the future looks light
Breakthrough work being led by the Army Research Lab and DARPA could revolutionize jet engines and microelectronics.
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Air Force, ULA agree on the process for certifying Vulcan launch vehicle
The agreement could help streamline the evaluation process; the Space and Missile Systems Center expects to sign similar agreements with SpaceX and Orbital-ATK.
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Open Group wants to set the standard for avionics software
A government-industry consortium looks to leverage standardization and reuse of software through a "conformance" program.
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