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NASA’s LADEE launch holds key to faster, big data laser communications

The Lunar Laser Communication Demonstration could have big implications for intelligence gathering from deep space.

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Tablets hit the battlefield

Army looks to field a family of common computers, displays.

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SAIC to develop imaging system for munitions disposal

Portable radiographic imager will help Navy technicians analyze condition of a device, munitions.

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DARPA Insight program targets next-generation ISR capabilities

Research agency says integrated human-machine programs would help deliver comprehensive battlefield picture in real time.

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Navy awards $14.5M for upgraded aircraft data transfer systems

Physical Optics Corp. will develop data platforms for MH-60 and V-22 aircraft.

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Northrup Grumman awarded $15.5M Hawkeye contract

A proof-of-concept study will support radar development for the E-2D Advanced Hawkeye Program.

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Al-Qaeda reportedly targeting U.S. drones

Leaked documents reveal insurgent efforts to disrupt, destroy U.S. drones.

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Leaked NSA documents shed little light on cybersecurity spending

Spread across four services with multiple agencies, cyber budgets are hard to track.

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U.S., Russia, Canada partner in Joint Exercise Vigilant Eagle

Forces successfully hand-off escort for first time in NORAD hijacked aircraft simulation.

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Software tracks U.S. aid deliveries to Afghanistan

Despite widespread corruption, new programs adapt to track supplies in Afghan warehouses.

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Why software-defined networking isn't ready for the battlefield

Despite the early promise of SDN, the reality is that soldiers want to retain physical control of their battlefield networks.

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Classified payload launches into space

The Delta IV Heavy rocket can bring up to 50,000 pounds of payload into orbit.

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Army to use ViaSat small tactical terminals in Apache helicopters

STT KOR-24A is a small, two-channel radio terminal that delivers simultaneous voice and data communications.

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Army, Air Force partner on IT to save money, grow bandwidth

The partnership marks an important step in pursing the Joint Information Environment.

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Marine Corps upgrade helicopters with target system for $34M

Lockheed Martin’s AN/AAQ-30 Target Sight System will be integrated into the AH-1Z Cobra Attack Helicopter.

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ARTEL LLC joins contractors under FCSA

DISA awards task order under commercial satellite acquisition process.

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Navy to increase forward presence in Asia Pacific, Middle East

Additional ships and weapons development will support the Navy forward operations around the globe.

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Army purchases more counter-fire radars

Lockheed Martin will supply an additional 33 Q-53 radars under $206 million contract.

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Air Force awards $14M modification for space situational awareness prototype

Lockheed Martin will support the Joint Space Operational Center under NETCENTS.

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Maritime exercise marks milestone for U.S.-China joint operations

U.S. 5th Fleet participates with Chinese navy in bilateral counter-piracy scenarios.