DRS Technologies will develop and demonstrate a new near-mid wavelength infrared active detection receiver system under a U.S. $6.3 million contract awarded by the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA). The ultra-sensitive infrared detection device will utilize DRS’ unique Mercury Cadmium Telluride (HgCdTe) electron avalanche photodiode (e-APD) focal plane array technology. When associated with suitable laser illumination source, it could be used for detecting land-based threats, forming a key subsystem for next-generation electro-optical threat warning systems. The receiver will be delivered for testing by November 2008. The total contract award could reach $13.7 million, if a $7.4 million option is exercised.
Diehl’s Sky Sphere set to Defeat UAS, OWA Drones Head-On
Diehl Defence has teamed up with Skysec to develop a drone interceptor. Diehl works with Skysec’s subsidiary, Skysec Defence, to modify the original civilian-oriented net-arresting interceptor into a hard-kill system suitable for military missions....
Defense Update Weekly News Summary
Welcome to the latest episode of Defense-Update News Summary! In this episode, we dive into this week’s developments in defense technology, military acquisitions, and strategic partnerships worldwide.
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Elbit Systems...
Unmanned Combat Aerial Vehicle Program Launches as Part of Rafale F5 Standard
The French Ministry of Armed Forces has officially launched the Unmanned Combat Aerial Vehicle (UCAV) program as part of the Rafale F5 standard development. This event marks the beginning of a new era in...
Air Defense & C-UAS Innovations at the AUSA 2024 Exhibition
Army Air Defense Undergoes Significant Modernization to Counter Drone Threats
The U.S. Army's air defense branch has experienced its most substantial modernization and growth in over four decades, primarily driven by the need to counter...
Elbit Systems Address US Army Artillery Modernization with Sigma 155×52 Wheeled Howitzer
Elbit Systems of America showcases the Sigma Next Generation Howitzer at AUSA 2024, where competing systems from Sweden, South Korea, France, and Germany are likely to be presented, some in models, others in full...
Defense-Update Weekly News Summary
Welcome to the latest episode of Defense-Update News Summary! In this episode, we dive into this week’s developments in defense technology, military acquisitions, and strategic partnerships worldwide.
Some of this week's highlights include:
Elbit Systems...
Israel Revamps Aerial Bomb Production
Elbit Systems has signed a 1.5-billion-shekel (approximately $400 million) contract with Israel's Ministry of Defense to establish an aerial bomb manufacturing bombs for the Israeli Air Force. In the past, the government-owned IMI operated...
