Army Technology-Updates

RF Inhibition Systems

Fri, 03 Feb 2012 16:48:00 GMT

With the continuous development and use of remote controlled improvised explosive devices (RCIED) by terrorists and insurgents worldwide, RF Inhibition is very much in demand by friendly forces, both military and paramilitary.

Ghost Recon: Future Soldier Gameplay Video

Fri, 03 Feb 2012 15:50:32 GMT

Tactical military games are increasingly incorporating elements of real military technology programmes, from vehicle and equipment designs to consulting with defence manufacturers and military advisors.

US Army to receive CVTESS trainers from Saab

Fri, 03 Feb 2012 10:00:00 GMT

The US Army has awarded a contract to Saab Training USA to supply its next generation laser-based combat vehicle tactical engagement simulation system (CVTESS) for its fleet of armoured combat vehicles.

Harris to supply Falcon tactical radios for Australian Army

Fri, 03 Feb 2012 10:00:00 GMT

The Australian Department of Defence has placed orders worth $235m with Harris for the purchase of Falcon tactical radio systems in a bid to modernise its armed forces communications system.

INTRACOM Defense Electronics-Military Electronics, Communication Systems, Development & Production Programs and Advanced Software Applications

Thu, 02 Feb 2012 16:15:16 GMT

INTRACOM Defense Electronics develops electronics, communications systems and advanced software applications in the defense area.

Specialist Design Through Innovation and Technology

Thu, 02 Feb 2012 16:07:00 GMT

Enterprise Control Systems (ECS) has developed and supplied COFDM encrypted links for more than 10 years and now has a customer base which includes police, military and surveillance units across the globe.

Tactical Mobile Routers Supplied to UAE-based Emiraje Systems

Thu, 02 Feb 2012 15:59:00 GMT

General Dynamics Canada has received a contract to supply more than 2,700 Tactical Mobile Routers (TMR) for use in the Emirates command and control system (ECCS).

Marshall SV Delivers ATC Shelters to UK MOD

Thu, 02 Feb 2012 14:47:00 GMT

Instrument Landing Systems in Afghanistan are being housed in shelters designed and produced by Marshall SV; part of Cambridge-based Marshall Land Systems.

Keeping You Up To Speed

Thu, 02 Feb 2012 12:35:00 GMT

Assessing vehicle noise is a faster and easier process with the launch of Brüel & Kjær's latest data analysis software platform, PULSE 16.1.

Aqeri Receives New Order Worth Millions From the Indian Armed Forces

Thu, 02 Feb 2012 12:06:00 GMT

Aqeri, a leading supplier of computers and communications equipment designed for extreme conditions, will start 2012 with a new order from the Indian Armed Forces.

Lockheed to provide PAC-3 missiles hardware for US Army

Thu, 02 Feb 2012 10:00:00 GMT

The US Army Aviation and Missile Command has awarded a contract to Lockheed Martin to provide hardware and associated services for the combat-proven Patriot Advanced Capability-3 (PAC-3) missile programme.

GD partners with BAE to develop Smart 81mm mortar round

Thu, 02 Feb 2012 10:00:00 GMT

General Dynamics (GD) Ordnance and Tactical Systems has signed a teaming agreement with BAE Systems to develop and demonstrate the 81mm roll controlled guided mortar (RCGM) with global positioning system (GPS) guidance to boost the soldier’s combat e…

Marshall Land Systems Delivers Mobile CT Scanner To UK MOD

Thu, 02 Feb 2012 09:23:00 GMT

In a simple ceremony, Marshall Land Systems has handed over the UK MOD's first truly deployable CT Scanner to representatives of the MOD.

The Effects of an Exoskeleton on Oxygen Consumption and Kinematics

Wed, 01 Feb 2012 16:21:00 GMT

The purpose of this study was to investigate the metabolic cost of wearing a prototype exoskeleton (EXO) while walking with a range of heavy loads, and to analyse the associated gait biomechanics.
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Eurocopter delivers first NH90 TTH to French Army

Wed, 01 Feb 2012 10:00:00 GMT

The French armament procurement agency (DGA) has taken delivery of the first final operational configuration (FOC) qualified NH90 Tactical Transport Helicopter (TTH) under a contract from Eurocopter at its facility in Marignane, France.

Israel best prepared to counter cyber attacks, says report

Wed, 01 Feb 2012 10:00:00 GMT

Israel has been rated as best prepared to counter emerging cyber attacks followed by Finland and Sweden, according to a survey by Security and Defense Agenda (SDA), a Belgian research group commissioned by McAfee.

Human Universal Load Carrier (HULC)

Wed, 01 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Human Universal Load Carrier (HULC) is an exoskeleton being developed by Lockheed Martin for dismounted soldiers. The HULC enables soldiers to carry loads up to 91kg.

The thinking behind Lockheed's HULC exoskeleton

Tue, 31 Jan 2012 14:28:47 GMT

Lockheed Martin HULC program manager Jim Ni explains the inner workings of the Human Universal Load Carrier, Lockheed Martin's exoskeleton equivalent.

Lockheed's exoskeleton in action

Tue, 31 Jan 2012 14:28:09 GMT

Action shots of Lockheed Martin's HULC, designed to enhance the logistical capabilities of dismounted warfighters.

Northrop wins US Army's C-RAM contract

Tue, 31 Jan 2012 10:00:00 GMT

Northrop Grumman has received a contract from the US Army to install and maintain the counter-rocket, artillery and mortar (C-RAM) interceptor system at the forward operating bases (FOBs) supporting Operation Enduring Freedom and the ongoing US missi…