The “printed gun” cannot be detected
A DHS Intelligence bulletin starkly warns it may not be possible to stop 3D-printed guns from being made – or from getting past security...
NASA Preparing to Launch 3-D Printer into Space
First there were printed guns, and now the 3D printer itself is on its way to space.
NASA is preparing to launch a 3-D printer...
A New Sensor Detects Home-Made Hydrogen Peroxide based Explosives
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.: Scientists at the Sandia National Laboratories are working on explosive detection methods that would reliably detect homemade explosives, but will not be...
The Al Qaeda undetected bomb
Al Qaeda engineers have been working on designing a sophisticated bomb powerful enough to bring down passenger planes, designed to avoid detection.
John Pistole, head...
A “Pressure cooker” warning was given a few times in recent...
The Department of Homeland Security has warned a few times in the past from the danger of explosive devices hidden in pressure cookers.
This according...
Future 3D printers Could Create Small Drones
By the year 2040, 3D printers could be so advanced that they could create small unmanned aircraft, BAE Systems scientists and engineers claim.
These unmanned...
US Military Keeping Up With Terrorists Tech Pace
Unmanned systems may now be in use against friendly forces. Terrorists as well as nation-states are striving to employ these systems, especially airborne platforms,...
IEDs Are More Dangerous Than Landmines
Landmines have increasingly been replaced in modern warfare with improvised explosive devices, usually known as IEDs.
The mechanism of injury is the same for...
New Drone-Based IED Simulation Tech
Asymmetric warfare by its very nature leads combatants on all sides to develop new weapons and defenses. The emerging drone and small UAVs threat...
New Contract for Small UGV Supply to US Army
Man-transportable robots have become more and more widespread in military operations. A supplier of battle-tested UGVs was recently awarded a contract for the supply...
Now You Can Search for Nuclear Material Without Being Noticed
A new vest will help law enforcement and military agencies search for nuclear material without being noticed. “The idea was pretty simple — we...
“High Tech Policemen” Will Protect Upcoming Olympics
The Winter Olympics will take place in South Korea during February, and the country is planning to deploy 10,000 police officers in and around...
Technologies to Uncover Emerging Biothreats Sought
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Science and Technology Directorate (S&T) has recently launched the Hidden Signals Challenge, a $300,000 prize competition seeking...
Quantum Leap in Air Cargo Security
The airport security field has been undergoing upgrading and enhanced security processes during recent years. The requirements of the TSA (US Transportation Security Administration)...
DARPA is Interested in Tunnel-Warfare Tech
Many U.S adversaries have one thing in common: the need to counter the U.S. military’s monitor-and-strike capabilities by building vast subterranean tunnel complexes. Now,...
Plant-Based Sensors to Collect Intelligence
The US Department of Defense evaluates that the military’s traditional intelligence sensors are not always optimal for the tasks that have become more and...
New Situational Awareness for Mine-Protected Vehicle Teams
The US army has been testing a new Multi-Functional Video Display (MVD) for the Medium Mine Protected Vehicle (MMPV) Type II. The new monitors...
US Steps Up Measures Against Nuclear Terrorism
Intelligence analysis shows terrorist groups are actively pursuing Weapons of Mass Destruction (WMD) capabilities, are using battlefield environments to test them, and may be...
Revolutionary Sensor “Skin” Developed for Robots
If a robot is sent to disable a roadside bomb—or delicately handle an egg while cooking you an omelet—it needs to be able to...
Israel Unprepared for Drone Threats, US is Also Concerned
A report by Israel’s State Comptroller published yesterday, November 15th, reflects unpreparedness and considerable shortcomings regarding drone threats in Israel. The reports refers to...
Sharing Info in Bomb Disposal Field
First responders must stay up-to-date on the latest tactics and techniques for improvised explosive devices (IED) response. How does the Department of Homeland Security...
ISIS Still Has Combat Drone Capabilities
A recent publication by the Meir Amit Intelligence and Terrorism Information Center evaluates that ISIS still has drone warfare capabilities despite setbacks and Syria...
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Nature’s Tiny Vibration Detector Is Inspiring Smarter Sensors
Detecting extremely weak vibrations usually requires complex electronics, amplification circuits, and continuous signal processing. Whether in microphones, environmental monitoring systems, or biomedical devices, improving...
