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Combating Piracy: The computer mouse is mightier than the sword
The most effective weapon for combating piracy on the high seas is information sharing through open-source technology.
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Army fuses airborne sensor lab with ground networks
Lockheed Martin Corp. demonstrated its new Airborne Multi-Intelligence Laboratory at the Army's C4ISR On-the-Move Event 2009 held in September.
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Army demos electronic jammer for helicopters
The Army demonstrated during the C4ISR On-the-Move 2009 event held in September a new electronic jammer that can be installed on rotary-wing aircraft and used to disrupt signals from enemy forces.
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New remote-sensing satellite to offer expanded services
A new high-resolution, remote-sensing satellite successfully launched into orbit Oct. 8 will boost data collection capacity and offer expanded services to civilian and defense customers.
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DOD budget forecast threatens new technology deployments
Personnel and equipment costs might cut deeply into key defense acquisition programs over the next several years, reports Michael Bruno at Aviation Week.
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Marines to get counter-IED training before deployment
Science Applications International Corp. will train Marines to defeat improvised explosive devices under a new Navy task order valued at $32 million over three years.
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Defense training academy to offer new courses
CSC, which is developing the courses for GSA, will also implement an online training system to provide collaboration and information sharing across DOD.
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Army awards intelligence analysis deal
A QinetiQ North America unit will furnish intelligence analysis services to a major subordinate command of the Amy Materiel Command under a new contract worth $10.3 million over five years.
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Latest Desert Hawk features intricate sensor package
Lockheed Martin displayed the latest version of its Desert Hawk unmanned aerial system at the Association of the U.S. Army annual meeting in early October.
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Contractors go toe-to-toe over mobile radio business
Harris Corp. and Boeing Co. touted their tactical radio offerings at the recent Association of the U.S. Army’s annual meeting.
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DOD’s pay-for-performance system may be near end
Labor unions have criticized the program for years.
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Marine Corps wants green IT partnership with Army, industry
The Marine Corps wants to collaborate with the Army and industry on green IT systems that would lighten the logistical loads for warfighters.
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Air Force get assistance with critical data migration
Serco Inc. will provide the Air Force with a range of data migration services under an 18-month task order valued at approximately $24.5 million.
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5 key challenges to DOD's cybersecurity
Robert Lentz, DOD's chief security officer, who is retiring after nine years, highlights DOD's accomplishments in information assurance and cybersecurity, and lays out the five biggest challenges that remain.
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Army continues to refine helicopter sensor systems
Raytheon Co. will furnish additional prototypes of sensors for a high-tech helmet system designed to give Army helicopter pilots 360-degree situational awareness under a $13 million contract.
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Army orders more sniper detection gear
QinetiQ North America will deliver additional sniper detection systems to U.S. troops deployed in Afghanistan and Iraq through an existing contract.
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GSA, DISA want advice on buying commercial satellite services
GSA and DISA are seeking input from industry for a joint acquisition program that they plan to establish to meet civilian and defense agencies' needs for satellite services.
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Army to get more aerostat threat detection systems
Lockheed Martin Corp. will provide the Army with additional airborne platforms that provide around-the-clock surveillance and detection capabilities under a $133 million contract award.
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Air Force activates new cyberspace defense unit
Combat communications wing supports new Space Command
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