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Inspired by Ukraine, US Army picks two commercially available drones
The drones, including one type that can drop bombs, are bound for company-level units.
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Why there’s no easy answer to Russia’s glide bombs
Allies are still discussing how to counter them, with officials indicating that Ukrainian drone attacks may be the best bet.
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Old-school soldiers prove they can still beat tech-heavy troops
Deep in the Louisiana woods, the U.S. Army's “Ghost” unit showed that doing the basics well can still turn the tide.
Science & Tech
Army puts new unit loaded with cutting-edge tech to the test
The reconnaissance unit is the poster child for Army plans to field more drones, electronic warfare, and communications equipment across the force.
Science & Tech
Anti-drone ‘shoot-out’ lets experienced soldiers wring out latest gear
Organizers created innovative firing ranges to handle everything from anti-drone rifles to directed-energy weapons.
Policy
Wartime need for drones would outstrip US production. There’s a way to fix that
The U.S. military needs to “mainstream” new operating concepts and get going with big orders, experts say.
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Tomorrow’s soldiers may breach minefields with robots made from decades-old APCs
On Thursday, the Army test-fired a Mine Clearing Line Charge from a specially rigged M113 personnel carrier.
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Army’s planned assault rotorcraft clears hurdle, will move to engineering phase
Future Long Range Assault Aircraft program gets greenlight to build six prototype tiltrotors.
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New tech will make tomorrow’s wars more dangerous to troops, Army says
New sensors and long-range weapons may force the service to rethink doctrine.
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Army wants a more powerful missile for its new medium-range air-defense system
Give me AMRAAM capability in the Sidewinder-firing IFPC, missile chief asks industry.
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As new gear flows to Army units, experiments reveal risks and rewards
The 25th ID commander says his units are reaping the benefits of a new Army fielding strategy.
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Every squad will get anti-drone gear, Marine Corps says
With “zero decision space” to deal with incoming UAVs, troops need tools to take them down.
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US shouldn't learn the wrong lessons about Ukraine’s drones, expert says
Unmanned strikes get the attention in reports and social media, but Ukrainian forces are increasingly using drones to sow mines and haul supplies.
Policy
Should NATO help the NGOs that train Ukrainian soldiers?
The leader of one such organization says he’s getting good results at less cost, time, and political risk.
Policy
NATO summit a mixed success, even with decidedly less drama
After dissension in the 2023 edition, last week’s meeting offered “no big surprises,” one diplomat said.
Policy
At NATO summit, Zelensky presses for US greenlight to hit Russian bases
Meanwhile, Denmark calls on allies to move faster to help Ukraine “beat Russia.”
Science & Tech
Ukraine bets on land robots for next phase of war
As it continues to defend against Russian invasion, Ukraine is also seeking billions to supercharge its domestic arms industry.
Science & Tech
What Estonian drone companies are learning from Ukraine
Estonian companies are getting lightning-quick user feedback and real-world electronic warfare testing, thanks to hands-on experiments in Ukraine.
