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Communications

NASA announces commercial companies selected to support Near Space Network

Jan. 3, 2025
Using geosynchronous space relays and a global system of direct-to-Earth antennas, the network processes terabytes of data daily.
The guided-missile destroyer USS Chafee (DDG 90) launches a Block V Tomahawk, the weapon’s newest variant, during a missile exercise.
Sensors

Navy asks RTX Raytheon for land-attack missiles with terrain-matching guidance in $401.2 million deal

Jan. 3, 2025
Tomahawk is a long-range, all-weather, jet-powered, surface-attack subsonic cruise missile for ship- and submarine-based land-attack operations.
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An small uncrewed vehicle traverses a lunar-like surface that has gold-colored boxes with symbols on them.
Communications

A swarm of sensors, rovers and astronauts explore the 'Moon'

Jan. 3, 2025
A network of varying devices enables navigation and communication in uncharted terrain, the German Aerospace Center (DLR) reports.
Active Silicon Oncilla rugged computers are coupled with the pre-installed ActiveCapture tool for camera and frame grabber control, and enable rapid system development and integration.
Computers

Rugged computers for machine vision in military and industrial applications offered by Active Silicon

Jan. 3, 2025
Oncilla family of industrial computers offers Intel Alder Lake processors, 16-gigabyte DDR5 SDRAM memory, several expansion options and extensive I/O.
Consultants

SI2 Solutions

Jan. 2, 2025
SI2 Solutions is a trusted partner in advancing national security through specialized consulting services across the US.
A U.S. Marine Corps transmission systems operator installs a 5G antenna for a demonstrat at the Marine Corps Air Ground Combat Center at Twentynine Palms, Calif. U.S. Marine Corps photo by Pfc. Ryan Kennelly
Communications

5G takes its place leading-edge military communications systems

Jan. 2, 2025
Fifth-generation (5G) communications and networking is transforming how military forces exchange information and coordinate how they respond to threats, as 5G holds the promise...
A military policeman reviews his coordinates to enter into the Defense Advanced Global Positioning System Receiver he will use for a night Land Navigation event.
Sensors

Researchers want MEMS inertial sensors that resist shock and vibration for positioning and navigation uses

Jan. 2, 2025
The goal of this $2 million program is to develop micromechanical oscillators for applications toward precision positioning and navigation systems.
A Navy communications expert sends messages while aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Bataan (LHD 5) during an exercise in 2019.
Communications

Navy chooses high-power transducers from Massa Products for ship-to-submarine underwater communications

Jan. 2, 2025
AN/WQC-2A sonar communications set, which uses TR-232C transducers, is a single-sideband general-purpose voice and continuous-wave communications set.
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Uncrewed

Dallas-Fort Worth sees drones serve as Santa's helpers

Jan. 2, 2025
Drone operator Wing is launching delivery of last-minute holiday gifts with partners DoorDash and Brookfield Properties, Jack Daleo writes for Flying.
The AAEON MXM-ACMA-PUC AI computer is for smart cities, AI-assisted automated optical inspection, and gateways for industrial workstations
Computers

Artificial intelligence (AI) computer for industrial workstations, automation inspection, offered by AAEON

MXM-ACMA-PUC has 13th Generation Intel Core processing, graphics processing, and a MXM-ACMA module for embedded Intel Arc A370E or A350E GPU.
Consultants

Zero Nexxus Consulting

Dec. 30, 2024
Zero Nexxus is your trusted military transition specialist for a smooth separation from active duty.
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Design engineering

Dawn VME Products

Dec. 26, 2024
Founded in 1985, Dawn is the industry leader in the design and manufacture of mission critical products based on the VITA™ and PICMG® architectures. Military Rugged. Field Reliable...
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Test and Measurement

ITM-6973 3U Intelligent VPX Test Module

Dec. 26, 2024
3U version Dawn Intelligent VPX Test Module, also system monitor and load board. Feature packed. 6U version available. 6U SOSA version available.
Components - Human-machine interfaces

AbraxSys Corp

Dec. 26, 2024
AbraxSys Corporation offers a comprehensive line of products and Ingress Protection levels, including IP65 (NEMA 4), IP66 (NEMA 4X), IP56, IP54, NEMA 12 (IP52), IP50, and IP67...
The Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Fitzgerald (DDG 62) sits in dry dock in Yokosuka, Japan. The TR-343 transducer is part of the AN/SQS-53C hull mounted sonar shown at the bow of the ship.
Sensors

Automatic Coating to provide tube assemblies for TR-343 sonar transducers in anti-submarine warfare (ASW)

Dec. 23, 2024
The TR-343 transducer is part of the AN/SQS-53C hull mounted sonar array subsystem, AN/SQQ-89(V) anti-submarine warfare (ASW) system.
Infineon AURIX TC4Dx microcontroller offers artificial intelligence (AI) for software-defined vehicles
Computers

Microcontroller with artificial intelligence (AI) for software-defined vehicles introduced by Infineon

With its parallel processor, the microcontroller provides AI-based use cases such as motor control, battery management, or vehicle motion control.
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Components - Enclosures and chassis

LCR Embedded Systems

Dec. 20, 2024
LCR Embedded Systems is a supplier of rugged packaging and components for the defense and aerospace industry. For over 35 years our products have served critical applications ...
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Peripheral/device controllers

Holt Integrated Circuits

Dec. 20, 2024
Supplies ICs for avionics and military data bus applications. Offers a wide range of ARINC 429 products, MIL-STD-1553 BC/RT/MT protocol ICs, transceivers and transformers.
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Power electronics - Power supplies

SynQor Inc

Dec. 20, 2024
SynQor is a leading supplier of power conversion solutions to the military market. SynQor’s innovative products are designed for today’s leading-edge power infrastructure hardware...
The EC-130J TACAMO aircraft will maintain links between national command authorities and deployed nuclear forces
Communications

Northrop Grumman to build cyber security-enhanced EC-130J airborne command post for strategic communications

Dec. 20, 2024
TACAMO provides a survivable, endurable, and reliable command and control aircraft to link U.S. national command authorities and nuclear forces.
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NASA awards Firefly Aerospace contract to deliver tech to the moon's Gruithuisen Domes

Dec. 20, 2024
The company’s third lunar mission and fourth NASA CLPS task order utilizes Firefly’s Blue Ghost lunar lander, Elytra Dark orbital vehicle, and a rover to operate six NASA instruments...
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The Ardronis Detect solution provides immediate notification of the presence of readio signals from commercial drones. Rhode & Schwarz image.
Uncrewed

Rohde & Schwarz counter UAS tech infiltrates intruder's electronics

Dec. 20, 2024
The Ardronis Wi-Fi system takes a novel tack by not destroying or jamming the drone, but by getting inside its electronics and exploiting them, David Szondy writes for New Atlas...
Amphenol RF sealed IP67 straight crimp plug FAKRA connectors are for high-speed data transmission in communications networks
Communications

High-frequency data transmission connectors for sensors and communications networks offered by Amphenol RF

Dec. 20, 2024
FAKRA plug has a rugged plastic housing over nickel-plated die cast zinc alloy body and flange, gold-plated, brass center contact, and copper ferrule.
PIC Wire & Cable
Communications equipment - Microwave communications

PIC Wire & Cable

Dec. 19, 2024
PIC Wire & Cable designs specialty, high-performance interconnect solutions for advanced aerospace and defense applications in rugged environments. We offer customization...
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Adhesives, encapsulants and bondings

Master Bond

Dec. 19, 2024
Master Bond custom formulates adhesives, sealants and coatings for structural bonding and electronic applications for aerospace and defense manufacturers, for over 45 years.
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Adhesives, encapsulants and bondings

Toughened, Non-Drip Epoxy Features High Glass Transition Temperature

Dec. 19, 2024
Master Bond Supreme 121AOND is a toughened epoxy system for bonding and sealing applications. It is a two component, heat curing system with a thixotropic paste consistency. Supreme...
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From left to right: Astrolab’s FLEX, Intuitive Machines’ Moon RACER, and Lunar Outpost’s Eagle lunar terrain vehicle at NASA’s Johnson Space Center. NASA/Bill Stafford photo.
Commercial Aerospace

NASA tests trio of commercial lunar rovers

Dec. 19, 2024
NASA announced that each company provided the agency with a static mockup of their LTVs at the end of September, with the first round of testing being completed in December.
PrSM is the next-generation long-range precision-strike missile to attack, neutralize, suppress, and destroy enemy targets.
Sensors

Lockheed Martin to build PrSM land- and sea-attack missiles with multi-mode seekers in $59.2 million deal

Dec. 19, 2024
Surface-to-surface missile is fired from the M270A1 Multiple Launch Rocket System (MLRS) and the M142 High Mobility Artillery Rocket System (HIMARS).
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Venus Aerospace announces first ignition of its VDR2 engine

Dec. 19, 2024
The VDR2 integrates two technologies: the Rotating Detonation Rocket Engine (RDRE), which provides high thrust, and a ramjet, which ensures efficient cruising.
An Air Force F-15E Strike Eagle from the 492nd Fighter Squadron takes off during a Phase II exercise.
RF/Analog

Boeing to install BAE Systems EPAWSS electronic warfare (EW) avionics for F-15E pilot situational awareness

Dec. 19, 2024
EPAWSS replaces analog federated avionics with a digital EW suite that operates amid modern EW threats with dense radio-frequency backgrounds.
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Commercial Aerospace

Joby starts testing eVTOL structures with FAA

Dec. 19, 2024
Joby begins for-credit structural testing with the agency, Jack Daleo writes for Flying.
CN-B110 DC-DC converters power supplies are for robotics, power generation, and autonomous vehicles
Power

Quarter-brick DC-DC converters for power supplies in robotics and automated vehicles offered by TDK-Lambda

Dec. 19, 2024
All models carry the CE and UKCA marks for the Low Voltage and RoHS Directives and are certified to the IEC/UL/CSA/EN 62368-1 safety standards.
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Nuclear thermal propulsion may enable maneuver warfare in space, and reduce the time it takes for astronauts to reach Mars.
Power

Researchers eye space nuclear thermal propulsion for space maneuver warfare and to cut transit time to Mars

Dec. 18, 2024
Dramatic improvement in propulsion efficiency offered by nuclear thermal propulsion potentially enables development of a true space logistics network.
NASA
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NASA outlines post-ISS strategy with a focus on LEO and exploration

Dec. 18, 2024
The final framework includes 13 goals and 44 objectives across seven key areas including commercial low Earth orbit infrastructure and technology development.
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DARPA seeks to use unmodified vegetation as proxy sensors to detect chemical warfare agents
Sensors

Military researchers ask industry for ways to use unmodified vegetation as sensors to detect chemical agents

Dec. 18, 2024
The eX Virentia (eXVi) project seeks to use the observable response of local unmodified vegetation as a proxy sensor to detect chemical exposure.
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A front three-quarter image of a RAPCON-X aircraft, based on the twin jet Bombardier Global 650 commercial aircraft.
Commercial Aerospace

ThinKom integrates SATCOM antenna with SNC's RAPCON-X for A-ISR

Dec. 18, 2024
The RAPCON-X, based on the commercial Bombardier Global 6500 jet, is a rapidly configurable airborne intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (A-ISR) platform designed for...
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Artist's concept of a hypersonic rocket.
Commercial Aerospace

China's hypersonic transporter prototype flies at Mach 6.5

Dec. 18, 2024
The lead researcher of the project stated that it was a 20-minute test flight but it addressed a big problem for aircraft designers, Abhishek Bjardwaj writes for Interesting Engineering...
OCI-490 series SWIR LEDs are for aerospace and defense infrared imaging through dust, fog, and smoke
Sensors

SWIR LEDs for aerospace and defense infrared imaging through dust, fog, and smoke introduced by EPIGAP OSA

Devices are for non-intrusive imaging, and enable discreet biometric and surveillance imaging for medical, industrial, and defense applications.
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Avionics health management

Dawn RuSH Rugged System Health Monitors

Dec. 17, 2024
Enclosure multi-functional remote monitoring and control system. Ethernet and RS-232 enabled models. Accurate, self-calibrating. Military-tested.
Soldiers operate an M2A4 Bradley Fighting Vehicle during an exercise last year at Fort Stewart, Ga., which required them to maneuver vehicles and fire live rounds.
Computers

BAE to build Bradley armored combat vehicles with battlefield networking vetronics in $656.2 million deal

Dec. 17, 2024
The Bradley is a totally digital, full-tracked, medium armored vehicle that provides cross-country mobility, mounted firepower, and communications.
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The Airbus A321XLR flew for the first time in 2022. Airbus image.
Commercial Aerospace

FAA certifies Pratt & Whitney's GTF engine to power the A321XLR

Dec. 17, 2024
RTX, the parent company of Pratt & Whitney, says the GTF is expected to enter service in 2025.
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The AN/SPS-73(V)18 Next Generation Surface Search Radar (NGSSR) helps defend surface warships from surface threats and limited low-altitude air targets.
Sensors

Navy asks Ultra Electronics for next-generation software-defined surface-search radar systems for warships

Dec. 17, 2024
NGSSR has a suite of algorithms that extend, enhance, and optimize the radar's performance by exploiting the system's software-defined architecture.
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A King Air twin prop plane banks while in flight.
Commercial Aerospace

Collins Aerospace announces avionics upgrade program for King Air and Hawker aircraft

Dec. 17, 2024
The initiative includes updates to the company’s Pro Line Fusion and Pro Line 21 avionics systems, aimed at enhancing performance, safety, and pilot efficiency.