Archive for the ‘Weapons’ Category
Archer-Class Submarines, RSN
The Archer-class submarines (ex-Royal Swedish Navy's Vaastergotland-class submarines) were designed and built by the Swedish company, Kockums AB, as single-hull, double compartment submarines optimised to reduce noise and magnetic signature. The two pressure-tight compartments also enhance safety and...
June 18th, 2009 | Submarines | Read More
The Ballistic Missile Defense System
One of the greatest threats facing the world today is the increasing proliferation of ballistic missiles and weapons of mass destruction. Non-proliferation activities, to include diplomacy and arms control agreements with Russia, have been successful in reducing this threat.
Despite reductions in the...
May 4th, 2009 | Missile Systems | Read More
Turkish Utility Helicopter Programme TUHP 149
The TUHP 149 is the AgustaWestland candidate for the Turkish Utility Helicopter Programme (TUHP). It is a new generation 8.1 ton medium lift helicopter with inherent multi-role capabilities designed to meet modern military requirements.
Design Features
The helicopter features a state-of-the-art ballistic...
April 30th, 2009 | Helicopters | Read More
Sea-Based X-Band Radar
The Sea-Based X-Band (SBX) Radar tracks, discriminates, and assesses the flight characteristics of ballistic missiles. The SBX provides an advanced capability to the overall Ballistic Missile Defense System (BMDS). It greatly increases the Missile Defense Agency’s ability to conduct operational and...
April 16th, 2009 | Radars | Read More
FB-111 Strategic Bomber
The FB-111A, manufactured by the General Dynamics in December 1966, evolved in a bid to replace the B-58 and to have the mission flexibility the B-58 lacked. The swing wing design of the aircraft was proposed to meet an Air Force requirement for a medium-range bomber capable of high and low altitude...
September 24th, 2007 | Bomber Aircraft | Read More
B-70 Valkyrie
The XB-70A Valkyrie is one of the sleekest, good-looking military aircraft ever built. Unfortunately, the aircraft appeared just at a time when military requirements were changing and the manned bomber was being de-emphasized in favor of intercontinental ballistic missiles.
September 21st, 2007 | Bomber Aircraft | Read More
XB-68
The Glenn L. Martin Company imaged the XB-68 aircraft as a supersonic medium tactical bomber. The XB-68 program was actually developed for the destruction purpose of the surface objects while supporting tactical operations.
September 21st, 2007 | Bomber Aircraft | Read More
B-66 Destroyer & A3D Skywarrior
The Douglas finished B-66
September 21st, 2007 | Bomber Aircraft | Read More
XB-59
The XB-59 was an aircraft that was build out of the XB-55 program. Building the XB-55 was meant to replace the Boeing B-47. But as soon as the B-47 got its momentum back, development of the XB-55 program was terminated and its funds were transferred to XB-59
September 21st, 2007 | Bomber Aircraft | Read More
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C-130E completes last combat mission
March 17, 2010 06:03
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Thunderbirds ready for 57th season
March 17, 2010 06:03
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First Fennek JFST Delivered to German Army
March 17, 2010 05:03
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Joint Forces Command Releases Report Examining the Future
March 17, 2010 05:03
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Growth Expected in Medium-Heavy Military Helicopter Market
March 17, 2010 05:03
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