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Global spending on C2/C4ISR systems is expected to remain robust
The US recorded budget cuts in 2011, a trend which is forecast to continue going forward. Despite this, North America is expected to account for the largest share of the total global C2/C4ISR market comprising 52% over the forecast period. Asia and Europe are also expected to account for a significant portion of the total [...]
The Global C2/C4ISR Market 2011-2021
This report offers detailed analysis of the global C2/C4ISR market over the next ten years, and provides extensive market size forecasts by country and sub sector. It covers the key technological and market trends in the C2/C4ISR market. It further lays out an analysis of the factors influencing the demand for C2/C4ISR, and the challenges [...]
‘Revolution in Prosthetics’ reports advancements, future of prosthetics
He sprints to the cone, pivots tight as a pin 90 degrees to the right and he’s off again. He churns his heels into the ground and pumps his arms as he races to the next cone, then drops to the ground and pumps out a dozen or so pushups before he’s up and running [...]
New Satellites and Launchers Ensure Galileo Start in 2014
With the signature of further contracts for satellites and launchers in London today, Galileo is firmly on track for the provision of improved satellite navigation services to citizens in 2014. In total, 3 contracts were signed: the contract signed with OHB System AG (DE) comprising 8 satellites for an amount in the order of EUR [...]
Pentagon Spends $18 Million to Improve Battlefield Energy
The Pentagon will use $18 million to fund six military programs designed to reduce the energy demand of future expeditionary outposts, Defense Department officials said in a statement today. The funds will support efforts to develop and rapidly transition energy technologies for the combat force to improve military capabilities, reduce energy-related casualties and lower taxpayer [...]
Thales Demonstrates Fibre Laser Sensor at Pacific 2012
Thales Australia is demonstrating its innovative Fibre Laser Sensor technology in Sydney Harbour this week as part of the Pacific 2012 International Maritime Exposition. The company is a leader in underwater systems, operating a Centre of Excellence in Rydalmere, NSW. The Fibre Laser Senor (FLS) technology is another example of technological success in this field. [...]
National Museum USAF Displays Formerly Classified Reconnaissance Satellites
Military, government and industry officials gathered Jan. 26 to officially place three formerly classified reconnaissance satellites on public display in the Cold War Gallery at the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force here. The three satellites — Gambit 1 KH-7, Gambit 3 KH-8 and Hexagon KH-9 — were among the most important U.S. photo [...]
Cassidian Counter-IED Jammer In Production
Cassidian, the defence and security division of EADS, has developed a new-generation Vehicle Protection Jammer that significantly enhances the protection of military vehicles against attacks by Radio-Controlled Improvised Explosive Devices (RCIEDs). After passing extensive field trials, the series production ramp-up started in December 2011. “Lessons learnt in recent conflicts prove that radio-controlled explosive devices remain [...]
Air Force’s cyber leader says communication, information role shifting
The Air Force’s leader in cyberspace operations and support told communications and information career field members here how emerging technology and the information superhighway are changing their roles and providing them with challenges and opportunities. Lt. Gen. William T. Lord, the Air Force chief of warfighting integration and chief information officer, presented CyberVision 2020, an [...]
