SR-72 – Lockheed Martin’s Mach 6+ hypersonic aircraft
The SR-72, the hypersonic successor to the Blackbird, promises ISR and strike capabilities at Mach 6+. Find out more about its financial challenges and operational […]
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Space Force: integrating business and technology
Defense Science Board report calls for wider adoption of commercial space technologies to enhance effectiveness and resilience of military space operations. A recent report by […]
Turkey launches its “Steel Dome”, a rival to Israel’s Iron Dome
Steel Dome, Turkey’s new air defence system, is positioned as a competitor to Israel’s Iron Dome. An innovative AI-based concept. The Steel Dome, recently unveiled […]
A new propulsion system for the US missile defence
Voyager Space is providing propulsion technology for the Next Generation Interceptor, strengthening US missile defence against ballistic threats. Voyager Space, in collaboration with Lockheed Martin, […]
The role of jamming pods on the EA-18G Growler
The jamming pods on the EA-18G Growler fighter aircraft disrupt enemy radar systems, providing advanced protection during missions. The EA-18G Growler, a US Navy electronic […]
Poor countries: the race for weapons of mass destruction
Do technologically poor countries have to resort to weapons of mass destruction to balance the balance of power against the modern powers? In a world […]
Artificial intelligence at the heart of Europe’s Future Combat Air System
Analysis of the role of artificial intelligence in Europe’s Future Combat Air System (FCAS) and its implications for defence. The European Future Combat Air System […]
France joins Germany, Italy and Poland in the ELSA project
France, Germany, Italy and Poland are collaborating on the ELSA project to develop long-range missiles aimed at strengthening European defence. At the 2024 NATO summit, […]
Erinyes of Kratos reaches hypersonic speeds on its maiden flight
Erinyes of Kratos achieves hypersonic speeds on its maiden flight, providing a high-speed test platform for the Missile Defense Agency. The Kratos Erinyes hypersonic vehicle […]
Tailless aircraft: operating principles and implications
Technical and scientific analysis of tailless aircraft: operation, advantages, disadvantages and technological implications. Tailless aircraft, often referred to as “flying wings”, are aircraft that do […]