How Much of Syria’s WMD Can the U.S. Really Destroy?
A U.S ship equipped with special systems is poised to embark on an unprecedented mission to destroy Syria’s lethal chemical agents at sea.
At a...
Is the Government Ready for 3-D-Printed Guns?
The technology is here, but will guns from 3-D printers become a problem?
These days, anyone with access to an Internet connection and a 3-D...
Video Encoders Reach Battlefield
The growing demand for real-time imagery in the most demanding environments increases the deployment of more situational awareness systems in various types of military...
Japan Upgrades Defense Toward 2020 Olympics
Japan is upgrading its Patriot PAC-3 missile defense system in time for the 2020 Tokyo Olympic Games, adding range and accuracy needed to intercept...
Uganda Cuts Ties With North Korea
The New York Times reports that Uganda has agreed to stop all cooperation with North Korea following a summit meeting between President Yoweri Museveni...
UK: Conflicting Policies Regarding Anti-Terror Priorities
While the UK government is increasing its anti-terror budget, the resources allocated to the police to thwart terrorist plots are being cut.
This policy...
3D Printed UAS – A Reality
Engineers at the Advanced Manufacturing Research Centre (AMRC) at the University of Sheffield have successfully printed a 1.5m-wide prototype unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) for...
ISIS’ Chemical Weapons Chief Captured
US Special Forces captured Sleiman Daud al-Afari, the head of ISIS’ chemical weapons unit. Al-Afari worked for Saddam Hussein’s Military Industrialization Authority, specialising in...
IAI Exposes Loitering Munition for Naval Applications
Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI) has unveiled the newest member in its Loitering Munitions (LM) family, the Maritime Harop. The new marine capabilities of the...
US: Carelessness Led to Anthrax Exposure
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) announced Thursday that approximately 75 Atlanta-based staff are being monitored or provided antibiotics because they may...
Biometric Dehydration Sensor – Solution for Athletes and Soldiers
Athletes have been guessing how much water they need to drink for decades, and getting it wrong, with significant consequences to performance and safety....
The smart magazine holder
Stratagem has developed the TALON G36 polymer mag holder specifically to reduce the reloading speed and reloading cycle of the G36. It attaches to any MOLLE/PALS...
Research Reveals Interesting Patterns in Law Enforcers Conduct
A new study regarding how human brains react to multiple stimuli and stress resulted in some surprising discoveries with application during deadly police force...
Syria’s Chemical Weapons: Is Disarmament Possible?
By Lt. Col. (Res.) Dr. Dany Shoham
In practical terms, if Syria were to fully be disarmed according to the Chemical Weapons Convention, this would...
U.S. Army Orders More Switchblades
AeroVironment, Inc. announced it has received orders valued at $36,746,304 under a contract for Switchblade tactical missile systems, ancillary equipment and support. The new...
Armata Tank Heads Russia’s Rearmament Program
As part of its massive $500 billion rearmament program, Russia is likely to focus major efforts on developing unmanned military systems, which could become...
Could Micro-Drones Be Weaponised?
Micro-drones are an emergent trend in the world of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAV). There are several models currently in production, with a prominent example...
NEW 40 mm grenade launcher compatible with any assault rifle
The new IWI 40 mm Grenade Launcher is compatible with all types of assault rifles.
Made of lightweight materials, the system is easy to assemble...
Armored Vehicles will Receive Rafael’s Remote Weapon Stations
Rafael Advanced Defense Systems Ltd., developer and manufacturer of land, air and naval systems, has won a contract to supply its advanced Samson Mk...
Will the Advanced Security Robot Replace Security Teams?
A new automated security robot was launched at an international show in Florida. INTELLOS Automated Unmanned Ground Vehicle (A-UGV) for security was produced by...
The Iranian Nuclear Secret: A Plutonium-Based Atom Bomb
By Ami Dor-On
The Iranian nuclear reactor in Arak, already operating under the code name IR-40, is capable of producing 10-12 kilograms of plutonium a...
Forecast – Growth in Nano-Sensors CBRNE Detection Market
The market of sensor detection of toxic gases, bio toxins and explosives is expected to grow, finds Frost & Sullivan's TechVision team. This forecast...
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A 25% Lighter Missile Launcher Could Change Infantry Mobility
Modern infantry units are carrying more equipment than ever before. Alongside weapons and ammunition, soldiers now operate radios, batteries, sensors, protective gear, and targeting...
