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PacketAssure iQ1000 receives UC APL approval from DoD - News
November 27, 2012
WALLINGFORD, CT. The Ultra Electronics TCS PacketAssure iQ1000 device has been approved by the US Department of Defense (DoD) for the Unified Capabilities Approved Products List (UC APL). The PacketAssure iQ1000 is an intelligent Layer 2 switch that provides assured line speed LAN switching over Gigabit Ethernet (GbE) links. The device’s approval for the UC APL denotes its achievement of information assurance certification through the Joint Interoperability Test Command (JITC) and open standards-based interoperability for DoD security and Information Technology (IT) mandates.
Avionics
VPT releases 5W dual output DC-DC converter for MIL-COTS programs - News
November 27, 2012
ELECTRONICA, MUNICH, GERMANY. VPT Inc. announced the VPT5-2800D DC-DC converter at electronica earlier this month. The dual output COTS power converter provides up to 5 W of power from a six-sided metal package that measures in with a small footprint of roughly one square inch.
Radar/EW
AIDEWS testing completed by ITT Exelis - News
November 26, 2012
CLIFTON, N.J. Extensive electromagnetic compatibility testing of the Advanced Integrated Defense Electronic Warfare Suite (AIDEWS) has been completed by ITT Exelis. The AIDEWS, tested at Edwards Air Force Base, CA, provides situational awareness to pilots, as well as defense against radar-based weapons systems such as surface-to-air and air-to-air threats.
Unmanned
Navy announces imminent RFP plan for aircraft carrier-based UAS - News
November 16, 2012
SPRINGFIELD, VA. The U.S. Navy has announced a plan to release an RFP before the end of 2012 for the Unmanned Carrier-Launched Surveillance and Strike (UCLASS) aerial system. The RFP for the unmanned platform, which will launch from Navy aircraft carriers, was announced on November 8th by U.S. Navy Deputy Program Executive Officer Patrick Buckley.
Unmanned
Northrop Grumman begins production of Triton UAS fuselage - News
November 15, 2012
Moss Point, Mississippi – Northrop Grumman began production on the fuselage of the newest line of Navy Unmanned Aerial System (UAS), the Triton high-altitude surveillance drone, on Tuesday at their Unmanned Systems Center in Moss Point, Mississippi. Upon completion, Triton platforms will be able to maintain flight times of up to 24 hours across distances of up to 2,000 miles.
Radar/EW
Space Fence radar proposal from Lockheed Martin submitted to Air Force - News
November 14, 2012
MOORESTOWN, N.J. Lockheed Martin officials have submitted the company’s final contract proposal to construct the Space Fence radar, which will enhance how the U.S. Air Force tracks and identifies orbital objects.
Comms
GPS receiver from Rockwell Collins to be used in Curtiss-Wright Controls Digital Beachhead solution - News
November 13, 2012
ASHBURN, VA. Curtiss-Wright Controls Defense Solutions (CWCDS) selected the SAASM based MPE-S GPS receiver module from Rockwell Collins for the U.S. Army standard embedded GPS receiver for use in rugged electronics subsystems that are compliant with the Army’s Vehicular Integration for C4ISR/EW Interoperability (VICTORY) initiative for interoperable digital network services.
Radar/EW
Mercury Computer Systems now called Mercury Systems - News
November 13, 2012
CHELMSFORD, MA. Officials at Mercury Computer Systems, Inc. announced that the company is changing its name to Mercury Systems, Inc. , effective immediately. Other changes include a new logo and website in an effort to rebrand the company.
Comms
Software-defined radios from ITT Exelis will use LynxOS-SE RTOS - News
November 12, 2012
SAN JOSE, CA. ITT Exelis engineers are using the LynxOS -SE real-time operating system (RTOS) from LynuxWorks for a new line of software-defined radios (SDRs) that utilize the Rifleman Radio, Soldier Radio, and SideHat variants for the U.S. and International operators.
Comms
Backpack-version mobile tactical network released by Harris Corporation - News
November 09, 2012
Harris Corporation has released a backpack version of its KnightHawk tactical cellular network solution, KnightLite, allowing connectivity and smart apps to warfighters at the tactical edge. The mobile cellular networking technology runs on the Universal Mobile Telecommunications System (UMTS), and works in conjunction with primary radio communications to provide high-bandwidth information exchange in areas with minimal-to-no communications infrastructure.
Comms
Raytheon releases software data transfer solution for cross-domain mobile and tactical information sharing - News
November 08, 2012
WASHINGTON – Raytheon has released the software-based Small Format Guard (SFG), a cross-domain data transfer solution for SWaP-C-minded mobile tactical forces. The adaptable, multi-level data transfer solution is operable on AdvancedTCA (ATCA) processor boards, Single Board Computers (SBCs), or other rugged 64-bit x86 architectures, and supports a variety of security protocols for mission-specific requirements.
Avionics
UAS mission simulator/trainer announced by CAE at Unmanned Systems Canada - News
November 07, 2012
OTTAWA, Ontario. Engineers at CAE in Montreal launched the company’s Unmanned Aerial System (UAS) Mission Trainer. Company officials made the announcement at the Unmanned Systems Canada conference. The new trainer has an open architecture design that uses commercial-off-the-shelf (COTS) hardware and simulation software to create a platform-agnostic training system for UAS pilots, mission commanders, and sensor operators.
Avionics
Fifth P-8A Poseidon delivered to Navy - News
November 06, 2012
SEATTLE. Boeing officials delivered the fifth P-8A Poseidon production aircraft to the U.S. Navy. It is one of 24 low-rate initial production (LRIP) maritime patrol aircraft being built by Boeing for the Navy as part of 2011 and 2012 contracts.
Comms
Secure data transfer for strict SWaP requirements released by Raytheon Trusted Computer Solutions - News
November 05, 2012
WASHINGTON. Engineers at Raytheon Trusted Computer Solutions (RTCS) released a secure data transfer solution called Small Format Guard for warfighters in mobile and tactical deployments.
Radar/EW
Raytheon EMP weapon tested by Boeing, USAF Research Lab - News
November 02, 2012
Boeing has announced that it successfully tested an electromagnetic pulse missile capable of disabling electronics without affecting structures. The Counter-electronics High-powered Advanced Missile Project (CHAMP) was tested by a Boeing Phantom Works/U.S. Air Force Research Laboratory Directed Energy Directorate team on October 16 at the Utah Test and Training Range.
Unmanned
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Rugged AI at the edge computers for autonomous systems at Eurosatory 2026 (video)
June 16, 2026
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Transparent UAS model displays connector placement
June 16, 2026
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Uncrewed surface vessel, Blue Ops Variant 7, launched by Red Cat at Eurosatory (video)
June 16, 2026
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Hellcat drone, built on Ukrainian warfighter lessons, launched by Red Cat at Eurosatory
June 15, 2026
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Short-range battlefield radars to be supplied to German Armed Forces by Thales
June 12, 2026
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Optronics maker Elynxo showing military-focused products at Eurosatory 2026
June 11, 2026
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7STARLAKE Unveils NV500 Military Jetson Thor Computer for AI-Driven Defense Applications
June 10, 2026
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Gallium nitride chip developed for military radar and wireless links by Northrop Grumman
June 10, 2026
A.I.
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AI-enabled, SOSA aligned 3U VPX board launched by Kontron
May 28, 2026
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USSOCOM increasingly transforming into its own service, SOF Week reveals
May 21, 2026
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How the U.S. is preparing operators for tomorrow's warfare
May 21, 2026
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AI-powered helmet displays and more on view from Vuzix at SOF Week 2026
May 20, 2026
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Secure comms products from eCiceron displayed at Eurosatory 2026
June 15, 2026
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Checking in on the Mobile User Objective System (MUOS): Q&A with W5 Technologies' Jason Ferguson
June 15, 2026
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The vehicle is the computer: Military vetronics enters a new era
June 15, 2026
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Software-defined tactical tools from Motorola Solutions to show at Eurosatory 2026
June 12, 2026