This Smartphone Tech Can Detect Objects Outside Your Line of Sight
Smartphone LiDAR sensors have become common in high-end devices, mainly supporting augmented reality features and depth sensing for photography. But despite their growing capabilities,...
Calling All Startups: INNOFENSE Opens Applications for Dual-Use Technologies
If your startup applies to one of the following subjects, consider submitting your applications for INNOFENSE’s seventh cycle until October 15th, 2026:
Early, remote...
US Border Protection Gets Technological Enhancement
The U.S. has been continuing with its efforts to find technological solutions for the defense of its borders. A new integrated border security solution...
Controlling UAVs through Manned Attack Jet Demonstrated
A new ability to easily and intuitively control unmanned systems from the cockpit of a manned tactical aircraft has been recently demonstrated. Textron Systems,...
The Tech That Lets Armored Vehicles See in Every Direction
Armored vehicles operate in some of the most demanding and visually restrictive environments on the battlefield. Dust, smoke, darkness, urban clutter, and limited sightlines...
Register Now! Don’t Miss AUS&R 2018 Unmanned Systems & Robotics Conference...
iHLS is delighted to announce the Conference and Exhibition on Unmanned Systems and Robotics - AUS&R 2018, the leading event held for the sixth...
U.S. Army Develops Gun Unlike Any Other
Soldiers equipped with a variety of attachments to their M4s and M16s, such as aim lasers and night vision scopes, more often than not...
Europe Strengthens Its Sky Shield with a Not-So-New Interceptor System
European air defenses have faced growing scrutiny in recent years, particularly as long-range ballistic missile threats become more prominent. Traditional systems in the region—largely...
A New Kind of Drone Built for Waterborne Activities
Filming on water has long posed a challenge for aerial cameras. Conventional drones struggle with spray, wind, and the simple problem of takeoff and...
New Way to Track Dangerous Materials From the Air
Locating radioactive material quickly is one of the most difficult challenges facing emergency and security services. Hazardous sources can be extremely small, mobile, and...
Tiny Robots, Big Coordination: Learning From Ants
Coordinating large numbers of robots to perform complex tasks remains a major challenge. Traditional systems often rely on centralized control, detailed planning, and constant...
This Robot Dog Crosses Rivers, Climbs Mountains, and Keeps Going in...
Robots are increasingly being used for inspections, emergency response, and field operations in locations that are difficult or dangerous for people to reach. However,...
4G Communication Tested at Battlefield
Current soldiers are becoming increasingly agile and connected, as result of the Internet of Things (IoT) revolution. The French Ministry of the Armed Forces...
Sophisticated Smartphone Apps Helps Blind Users with Indoor Navigation
Researchers at UC Santa Cruz have developed two innovative smartphone applications designed to assist blind individuals in navigating indoor spaces. These apps provide spoken...
The Fighter Helmet That Replaces Night-Vision Goggles Entirely
Modern fighter operations place growing cognitive and physical demands on pilots. High-speed engagements, dense sensor inputs, and operations at night or in poor weather...
The Radar Plane That Survived the Budget Axe
Airborne early warning remains one of the most difficult capabilities to replace. Modern air combat depends on long-range detection, tracking, and battle management, yet...
The Blind-Spot Tech That Could Make Autonomous Systems Safer
Autonomous vehicles and mobile robots rely on cameras, LiDAR and other sensors to navigate safely. These systems perform well within direct line of sight,...
The Military Is Preparing for a World Without Reliable GPS
Modern military operations depend heavily on satellite navigation. From troop movements and logistics to targeting and timing synchronization, GPS-based positioning systems are deeply embedded...
This Runway-Free Combat Drone Just Flew Alongside F-35s
Future air operations are expected to rely increasingly on uncrewed aircraft working alongside fighter jets, but making that concept practical requires more than simply...
Register Now! In Two Days – Future Forces Conference & Exhibition
Interested in innovation in the defense and security field? Join us on May 9, 2018 and learn from the leading defense industries and the...
Microsoft and Anduril Team Up to Develop Smart Army Goggles
In a significant advancement for military technology, Microsoft and defense tech firm Anduril Industries are collaborating to develop smart goggles designed for the U.S....
Facial Thermography Can Assess Pilot’s Mental Pressure
With the skies becoming ever more congested, pilots and air traffic controllers have to juggle a number of tasks and mental pressure on the...

















































