Lattice’s virtual wall: the border becomes invisible
Deployed on the US-Mexico border, Lattice combines sensors and AI. Promises of efficiency, fears of permanent invisible surveillance. In summary Anduril’s Lattice is often described […]
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The mystery of the mirrored F-22s, a discreet preview of the future NGAD
Why some F-22s appear with a mirror coating: discreet tests against IRST and lasers, and clues about the future NGAD. In summary Since 2022, and […]
Drone swarms: the weapon of numbers that overwhelms air defenses
Why drone swarms win through saturation: tactics, communications, swarm sorties, and realistic countermeasures against defenses. In summary Drone swarms do not necessarily seek a “spectacular” […]
Pilots and drones facing BLOS: combat without direct contact
Discover how armed forces maintain communications beyond the line of sight, using standoff systems, satellites, airborne relays, and tactical networks. In summary In modern military […]
Dark Eagle: the American hypersonic weapon finally becomes a reality
The Dark Eagle hypersonic missile reveals its key features. Range, payload, and strategic uses are reshaping American strike capabilities. Summary The Dark Eagle program, officially […]
The nuclear Burevestnik: the weapon with unlimited range that worries NATO
Burevestnik, “Skyfall” nuclear missile, atomic propulsion: what is the promise of unlimited range worth, and why is this project reviving global nuclear security? Summary The […]
Hypersonic missiles: Europe faces the plasma blackout barrier
Europe is preparing its hypersonic weapons but must first resolve the challenge of communication blackouts caused by high-speed plasma. Summary Future European hypersonic flight systems […]
Directed energy weapons: the ethical and legal debate surrounding permanent blindness
A deep dive into the controversy surrounding laser weapons—between drone neutralization and the risk of permanent blindness—and the legal challenges of international law. In summary […]
Zircon: Moscow diverts its naval missile to target Ukraine
Moscow is using the Zircon hypersonic missile against Ukraine, transforming a naval weapon into a land strike tool and challenging Western defenses. Summary Russia used […]
The Royal Navy will equip its destroyers with anti-drone lasers by 2027
The Royal Navy has ordered MBDA UK’s DragonFire laser system for £316 million, with anti-drone capability by 2027 and a firing cost of around £10. […]