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US lends comm equipment to fight against Boko Haram
U.S. AFRICOM will provide African partners with communications and intelligence platforms to better enable their forces.
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ARL outlines its plans for HPC and data analytics
The lab released its S&T strategy for the next five years, which includes development in tactical high performance computing and large scale data analytics.
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Army looks to 'transform the force' with integrated missile defense
The IBCS effort would replace seven C2 systems with a single interface, allowing for an "any sensor, best shooter" approach.
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3D model predicts injuries from hits on every class of Navy ship
The Office of Naval Research is developing HIT in order to improve the injuries and response times of critical emergencies aboard ships
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Fab Lab can help Navy get creative with repairs at sea
The lab, being set up under a DARPA program, provides state-of-the-art training in fabrication technologies and could allow crews to collaborate and share ideas.
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Predator demos sense-and-avoid system with first air-to-air radar
Another Predator also sets a new flight endurance record, General Atomics says.
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Navy seeking players to go up against its SIGINT team
The service is looking for specialized personnel to assist and train special operators in signals intelligence for a real-life training scenario.
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Air Force closing in on more powerful satellite comm system
Six months of testing have concluded on the first three satellites in the AEHF constellation, which could soon reach initial operating capability.
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New search engine making strides in exploring the Deep, Dark Web
DARPA's Memex project, launched only a year ago, is being used in human trafficking investigations.
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Researchers add more core technologies to Squad X program
DARPA has announced plans to explore additional interest areas as part of a program to take tactical communications to the squad level.
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DARPA developing a prosthetic hand with a sense of touch
The agency begins work on the HAPTIX program, which plans to add sensory perception to a dexterous artificial limb.
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Preventing a minor, insider accident from becoming a security catastrophe
Accidental cyber attacks caused by well-meaning insiders can be the most damaging, so agencies should not overlook these effective steps at prevention, Chris LaPoint writes.
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New anti-ship missile conducts precision strikes without GPS
The Navy's LRASM, developed with DARPA and the Air Force, also reduced reliance on traditional — and jammable — ISR platforms and networking links.
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Can a handheld device detect IEDs?
The Army is looking to put ground penetrating radar and other advanced sensors into a light handheld device with a versatile interface.
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DOD puts emphasis on Navigation Warfare, accurate GPS signals
A new instruction directs all military branches and components to incorporate Navwar and ensure that Positioning, Navigation, and Timing tools are reliable.
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Army preparing HEL laser gun for live-fire test
The High Energy Laser system, which has been advancing for years, would target rockets, drones, cruise missiles and other munitions.
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Lighter, mesh antennas can help cut satellite costs
Harris and Vanguard are developing a lightweight, high-density mesh for satellite antenna reflectors that unfurl in space.
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Army bringing Strykers into its tactical battlefield network
Service adds another unit to the satellite-based WIN-T, which reduces reliance on fixed for line-of-sight communications.
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Navy’s S&T strategy: Lean on technology
The Navy sets forth its science and technology plans for the near- and long-term.
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