Debajit Sarkar The United States Department of Defense defines Modular Open Systems Approach (MOSA) as “a technical and business strategy for designing an affordable and adaptable system. A MOSA is the DoD preferred method for implementation of open systems, and it is required by United States law.” Title 10 U.S.C. 4401(b), states “all major defense acquisition … Read more
Within the next twelve months, Israel anticipates activating its groundbreaking “Iron Beam” laser defense system, heralding what officials describe as a transformative shift in military strategy amidst escalating drone and missile conflicts with Iran and allied regional forces. This week, Israel invested over half a billion dollars in strategic partnerships with renowned domestic defense … Read more
The symbiotic integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) within military drones has revolutionized the paradigm of modern warfare, particularly in the realm of target recognition. Within the complexities of a modern battlefield, distinguishing between combatants, non-combatants, and neutral entities is crucial. AI-driven object detection and classification algorithms excel in this arena, accurately identifying and categorizing … Read more
The Pentagon has confirmed it’s deploying a high-altitude missile defense system, operated by U.S. troops, to Israel. This Terminal High-Altitude Area Defense (THAAD) system will bolster Israel’s defenses following Iran’s recent missile attack. It will also provide the U.S. with an opportunity to test THAAD against real-world threats. THAAD is expected to enhance Israel’s … Read more
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