Depth Mapping Tech – Now Integrated into Smartphones
A technology that has been used by military forces for years in range sensing systems has been gaining momentum in the smartphone devices market....
Cybersecurity’s Growing Role in Energy Sector
Critical infrastructures can be the target for severe cybersecurity threats. An alert released recently by the FBI and Department of Homeland Security (DHS) reflected...
Constant Increase in Money Raising by Israeli High-Tech
Israeli high-tech companies raised $5.24 billion (in 620 deals) in 2017, an increase of 9 percent compared to $4.83 billion attracted in 2016 (673...
Egozi: The Iranian Reverse Engineering Effort
By Arie Egozi
The Iranian UAS shot down in Israeli territory seems to be part of the reverse engineering efforts made by this country regarding...
Nigeria’s First Indigenous UAV Launched
The Nigerian Air Force inducted its first indigenous UAV, which will be used for ISR operations in land and sea. The Tsaigumi UAV, produced...
Anticipating Millions of Drones, Europe Deploys Traffic Management Tech
Anticipating millions of drones in its skies, Europe has taken measures to manage the traffic in its airspace. Skyguide, the Swiss air navigation service...
Dual-Use Technologies Advance Bridge Building
Many technologies developed for military uses are being applied to civilian fields worldwide. One of the examples is China. Due to deeper military-civilian integration...
Defense Giant will Manufacture Rifles Under “Make in India” Initiative
French defense giant Thales and the Indian-based defense equipment manufacturer MKU will collaborate in the development and manufacture of optronic devices and F90 close...
Minesweeper – Now the Autonomous Version
At present, the UK Royal Navy’s equipment used to destroy mines needs to be manned by a crew and specialist divers can be required...
AI Cutting Edge Tools To Fight Crime
Ben-Gurion University of the Negev and the Israel Police aim to develop advanced cyber, big-data and artificial intelligence tools that may eventually be able...
Elbit’s Subsidiary to Supply Underwater System to South Korea
Elbit Systems subsidiary in Canada has been awarded a contract to supply an underwater sound system to South Korea. GeoSpectrum Technologies Inc. (GTI), was...
The Race to IoT Security
Cybersecurity is an ongoing concern for many, especially with the proliferation of Internet of Things (IoT) technologies. The importance of securing IoT is increasingly...
China is Upgrading its Combat Simulation Tech
Training simulations have existed for many years, as pilots can attest to. However, the advent of modern virtual reality (VR) allows for the creation...
New Technologies for Subterranean Environments Warfare
In time-sensitive scenarios, whether in active combat operations or disaster response settings, warfighters and first responders in subterranean environments are faced with a range...
Russia is Enhancing its EW Capabilities
Russia has been using electronic warfare (EW) in various arenas. Russian forces have been particularly successful at using electronic warfare technology to interfere with...
Innovative Tech to Track Logistic Items on the Move
With incredible volumes of material on the move - arms and munitions, supplies, vehicles – the military needs a better way to track its...
Blockchain Tech Promises Better Security for IoT
A new blockchain-based method for enhancing IoT devices security may be under development. IBM has won a patent for the autonomous self-servicing of networked...
Quantum Leap in Video Analytics Technology
Video surveillance has always been a critical component in enabling security and ensuring public safety. From deterring crime, recording incidents and responding to threats,...
Unexpected Method to Manufacture Ceramic Body Armor
Ceramic body armor provides great protection but can also be difficult to manufacture, notably in combining materials to create a strong composite. Ceramic armor...
Iran’s Combat Drone Program – What Global Consequences?
During 2018, Iran has increased combat drone operations both domestically and internationally. The Iranian indigenous drone program seems like a serious threat to both...
Secure Communication Software for Military Use
In order to improve its situational awareness capabilities, the U.S. Army is developing new tactical software that will allow commanders to communicate more effectively...
Smart Roads Help Decrease Accident Response Times
Getting drivers to change their behavior on roadways is a complex task. A smart road tracking and public safety technology could contribute to this...
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One of the World’s Most Widely Used Machine Guns Is Evolving...
Machine guns remain a core element of infantry firepower, but the way soldiers use them has changed significantly over the past two decades. Modern...
