Defense Systems
Army wants autonomous UAS for GPS-denied environments
Researchers are looking for game-changing sensing technologies that could work for a variety of unmanned vehicles.
Defense Systems
Army asks for help in cyber and network management
The service is looking for contractors to assist with the full range of cyber identity management support services.
Business
‘I Don’t Know What The Debate Is,’ Army's Top Officer Says of Women
As Defense Secretary Carter orders senior military leaders to quiet down about women in combat decision deadline, Gen. Mark Milley had one more thing to say.
Defense Systems
Army orders 19 next-gen, long-endurance Gray Eagles
General Atomics gets a contract for the Improved Gray Eagle unmanned aerial systems, which can stay aloft nearly twice as long as previous versions.
Defense Systems
Army cyber forces should 'take a page' from adversaries
At the annual AUSA conference, the National Mission Force commander says the Army could stand to learn something about "cheap, fast and easy."
Defense Systems
Digital battlefield system puts multiple nations on the same page
The Army’s ASCA takes language out of the equation when coalition forces call for artillery support.
Science & Tech
The Army’s Drone Wishlist Includes Jamming Gear and More Weapons
Electronic warfare is among several new missions under consideration for UAVs.
Science & Tech
With Russia in Mind, BAE Revives Light Tank from the ’90s
U.S. military brass say Russia is the top threat, so companies are pitching arms for a new European battlefield…even if there is no money to buy them.
Business
The US Army’s Biggest Concern Right Now Is Congress
The Army, like the rest of the military, says its top worry is trying to prepare soldiers to fight when Congress can’t even give them a budget.
Science & Tech
Laser Trucks Are On Their Way
As onboard power capabilities for small trucks continue to improve, defense manufacturers are looking for fancier features. Lasers anyone?
Ideas
Seven Things Our Army Needs, Right Now
AUSA's president calls for stabilizing the size of the Army, giving it more money, and ending partisan conflict.
Defense Systems
An emerging threat: Small drones as flying IEDs
The military services are preparing to defend against the potential of inexpensive UAS being used as weapons.
Business
US Army’s New Chief Sets Three Goals
Readiness, modernizing the force, and taking care of soldiers — and that means more time practicing complex scenarios.
Defense Systems
Army wants Apache modifications for better UAS teaming
The service is interested in innovative ways to make the helicopters more compatible with the Manned Unmanned Teaming modification.
Science & Tech
Talking Helmets and Robot Builders: The Army's Future of 3D Printing
A researcher at the service’s Weapons and Materials Directorate lays out a vision for additive printers on the battlefield.
Defense Systems
Army, partners work toward better battlefield intelligence collection
The annual Enterprise Challenge tests intelligence technologies in real-world scenarios for the Army, other DOD agencies, contractors and coalition forces.
Defense Systems
Army testing swarms of small drones
Researchers want to see what's possible with small, inexpensive quad and octocopters.
Defense Systems
Army demos remote system for patrolling base camp perimeter
With multiple weapons systems controlled from a tactical command center, two soldiers can do the job of 10 on patrol
Defense Systems
The No. 1 battlefield threat? Cyberattacks
A brigade commander at NIE 16.1 says defending the network is the most important part of combat operations.
Defense Systems