On October 5, 2024, during military operations in the Donetsk People’s Republic, near the village of Konstantinovka west of Toretsk, an S-70 Okhotnik-B unmanned aerial vehicle was deliberately shot down by Russian forces. The incident was caused by a strike from an R-74M missile launched from a Su-57 fighter. Russian sources speculate that a failure … Read more
Several nations are developing inexpensive cruise missiles capable of operating in swarms to evade or overwhelm enemy defenses. These missiles will be designed with versatility in mind, enabling customers to integrate advanced technologies like more destructive warheads or more fuel-efficient engines as they become available. The primary technological objectives are twofold. The U.S Air Force … Read more
Iran fired a salvo of ballistic missiles at Israel on Tuesday in retaliation for Israel’s campaign against Tehran’s Hezbollah allies in Lebanon. The Iranian ballistic missiles were engaged by Israel’s layered missile defense system and the US Navy. The US Navy released a statement that they fired interceptor missiles from USS Bulkeley against Iranian missiles … Read more
The widespread proliferation of cell phones presents a unique opportunity for a distributed, inexpensive, and adaptable counter to sophisticated electronic warfare (EW) tactics. These devices, equipped with specialized software, can form a dense network capable of detecting, identifying, and potentially mitigating various EW threats. The sheer number of cell phones in circulation provides a … Read more
France’s Defense Ministry announced that its Defense Innovation Agency (AID) and Cailabs have achieved a groundbreaking high-speed optical satellite communication between a low-orbit nano-satellite and a commercial optical ground station. Governments are increasingly interested in satellite laser communications as a means to enhance internet resilience against potential attacks, particularly those targeting subsea cables that currently … Read more
Ukraine’s Wild Hornets drone, armed with an AK assault rifle, has been deployed in combat for the first time following earlier testing. This was revealed in a footage released by the manufacturer Wild Hornets. While it’s unlikely to become a widespread system, it could be useful for clearing the battlefield of dismounted infantry after failed … Read more
The U.S. Air Force recently showcased its growing naval superiority by successfully testing a new ship-killing guided bomb. A B-2 stealth bomber dropped the weapon, dubbed QUICKSINK by the Air Force Research Laboratory, on an empty cargo vessel in the Gulf of Mexico. This technology is designed to ensure the U.S. military can effectively defend … Read more
As NATO member nations contemplate new military helicopter designs, they are carefully examining Russia’s ongoing conflict in Ukraine for potential design and tactical advantages. Several NATO countries are in the preliminary stages of developing a versatile new helicopter to be operational by 2035. This planned Next Generation Rotorcraft Capability (NGRC) is intended to support allies … Read more
China has instituted a complete ban on the exportation of metallic antimony. Antimony is a crucial component with widespread military applications, including explosives, missile propulsion systems, and infrared guidance systems. The Western military sector is heavily reliant on imported antimony, primarily sourced from China. Beyond defense, antimony is an indispensable raw material in the production … Read more
The increasing prevalence of drones in warfare is evident. For instance, Ukraine’s defense against Russian forces is hampered by the loss of thousands of drones monthly. The widespread availability of affordable commercial drones has exacerbated vulnerabilities in the traditional security perimeters of civilian and military assets, critical infrastructure, and public gatherings. This has compelled the … Read more