Elbit Systems has rolled out the Hermes 650 Spark, the latest addition to its Hermes family of Uncrewed Aerial Systems (UAS). Spark is designed to be the contemporary successor to the long-serving Hermes 450, aiming to modernize UAS fleets that currently consist of mixed 450/900 models or are exclusively equipped with the 450 variants.
WindGuard has proven its compatibility and effectiveness in the field beyond imagination. Its four flat-panel antennae work tirelessly, continuously scanning the battlefield to detect, track, and classify incoming threats in real time. The sensitivity and swift response of the radar is vital in scenarios where threats can appear without warning and from many different directions.
Milrem Robotics, an Estonian company partly owned by the UAE based EDGE Group will equip the UAE Armed Forces with 60 Unmanned Ground Vehicles (UGVs), according to an official announcement released yesterday at the colsong day of the UMEX exhibition in Dubai. Milrem also unveiled a new 8×8 platform expected to expand its RCV fleet next year.
BAE Systems delivered the first Amphibious Combat Vehicle Command and Control (ACV-C) variant under the full-rate production contract to the U.S. Marine Corps. The ACV-C will provide Marines with a mobile command center that enables maintaining situational awareness and operations planning in the battlespace and on the move. The ACV-C serves as a tactical echelon command post for the U.S. Marine Corps regiment.
Elbit Systems has rolled out the Hermes 650 Spark, the latest addition to its Hermes family of Uncrewed Aerial Systems (UAS). Spark is designed to be the contemporary successor to the long-serving Hermes 450, aiming to modernize UAS fleets that currently consist of mixed 450/900 models or are exclusively equipped with the 450 variants.
Milrem Robotics, an Estonian company partly owned by the UAE based EDGE Group will equip the UAE Armed Forces with 60 Unmanned Ground Vehicles (UGVs), according to an official announcement released yesterday at the colsong day of the UMEX exhibition in Dubai. Milrem also unveiled a new 8×8 platform expected to expand its RCV fleet next year.
THeMIS unmanned ground vehicles (UGVs) delivered by Estonian based Milrem Robotics company to the Ukrainian armed forces have undergone extensive operations in the combat zone, this deployment has already yielding initial user experience shared with the company. Milrem Robotics delivered 14 THeMIS UGVs to Ukraine. Seven of the systems are intended to carry cargo and for casualty evacuation (CASEVAC) and seven, equipped with payloads from the French CNIM, for route clearance and demining operations.
Aurora Flight Sciences, a Boeing company, has begun manufacturing work on a new X-65 program for DARPA. The new design employs Active Flow Control (AFC) technology that has the potential to replace traditional flaps and rudders, which are used to maneuver most aircraft today. The aircraft is configured to be modular, featuring replaceable outboard wings and swappable AFC effectors, which allows for future testing of additional AFC designs.
WindGuard has proven its compatibility and effectiveness in the field beyond imagination. Its four flat-panel antennae work tirelessly, continuously scanning the battlefield to detect, track, and classify incoming threats in real time. The sensitivity and swift response of the radar is vital in scenarios where threats can appear without warning and from many different directions.
BAE Systems delivered the first Amphibious Combat Vehicle Command and Control (ACV-C) variant under the full-rate production contract to the U.S. Marine Corps. The ACV-C will provide Marines with a mobile command center that enables maintaining situational awareness and operations planning in the battlespace and on the move. The ACV-C serves as a tactical echelon command post for the U.S. Marine Corps regiment.
THeMIS unmanned ground vehicles (UGVs) delivered by Estonian based Milrem Robotics company to the Ukrainian armed forces have undergone extensive operations in the combat zone, this deployment has already yielding initial user experience shared with the company. Milrem Robotics delivered 14 THeMIS UGVs to Ukraine. Seven of the systems are intended to carry cargo and for casualty evacuation (CASEVAC) and seven, equipped with payloads from the French CNIM, for route clearance and demining operations.
Rheinmetall began testing its newest VSHORAD mobile gun system, Skyranger 30. In December 2023, the A1 configuration of the Skyranger 30 underwent a successful testing and live-fire campaign, paving the way for total system qualification by mid-2024.
Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace teams with German partners Diehl Defence and MBDA Deutschland to develop the Tyrfing, an advanced Super-Sonic Strike Missile (3SM). The…
Rheinmetall began testing its newest VSHORAD mobile gun system, Skyranger 30. In December 2023, the A1 configuration of the Skyranger 30 underwent a successful testing and live-fire campaign, paving the way for total system qualification by mid-2024.
Against the ongoing regional Mid-East conflict, RAFAEL Advanced Defense Systems of Israel completed a pivotal SPYDER air-defense system test in its innovative All in One (AiO) configuration. The test featured an unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) interception under challenging operational conditions, with the SPYDER system achieving a precise and effective defense against the evolving aerial threats representing those encountered by Israel in recent combat engagements.
Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace teams with German partners Diehl Defence and MBDA Deutschland to develop the Tyrfing, an advanced Super-Sonic Strike Missile (3SM). The…
IAI is introducing the modular All Capabilities Defense Container (ACDC) concept at DSEI 2023, packing a system of systems of defensive and attack systems utilizing an ISO container system, enabling any vessel carry equipped to carry commercial shipping containers to operate the employ advanced capabilities for self protection.
Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI) has unveiled a large autonomous underwater vehicle (AUV) called BLUE WHALE designed for covert intelligence gathering in the sea and coastal waters. The AUV can perform a significant portion of the operations of a manned submarine for several weeks without the need for operators on board. It is equipped with two types of sonars, a radar, EO sensors, and a satellite communications terminal mounted on a telescopic mast.
Israel’s defense company Rafael has recently introduced two new naval air defense systems at IMDEX ASIA 2023 – the NAVAL IRON BEAM, and the C-DOME Mission Module, to augment the defense capabilities of naval forces against evolving threats, including ballistic missiles, guided and unguided rockets, loitering weapons, and drones. These defense systems are cost-effective, complementary, and designed to be integrated into existing air defense systems, expanding air defense coverage.
Elbit Systems has rolled out the Hermes 650 Spark, the latest addition to its Hermes family of Uncrewed Aerial Systems (UAS). Spark is designed to be the contemporary successor to the long-serving Hermes 450, aiming to modernize UAS fleets that currently consist of mixed 450/900 models or are exclusively equipped with the 450 variants.
Milrem Robotics, an Estonian company partly owned by the UAE based EDGE Group will equip the UAE Armed Forces with 60 Unmanned Ground Vehicles (UGVs), according to an official announcement released yesterday at the colsong day of the UMEX exhibition in Dubai. Milrem also unveiled a new 8×8 platform expected to expand its RCV fleet next year.
THeMIS unmanned ground vehicles (UGVs) delivered by Estonian based Milrem Robotics company to the Ukrainian armed forces have undergone extensive operations in the combat zone, this deployment has already yielding initial user experience shared with the company. Milrem Robotics delivered 14 THeMIS UGVs to Ukraine. Seven of the systems are intended to carry cargo and for casualty evacuation (CASEVAC) and seven, equipped with payloads from the French CNIM, for route clearance and demining operations.
Aurora Flight Sciences, a Boeing company, has begun manufacturing work on a new X-65 program for DARPA. The new design employs Active Flow Control (AFC) technology that has the potential to replace traditional flaps and rudders, which are used to maneuver most aircraft today. The aircraft is configured to be modular, featuring replaceable outboard wings and swappable AFC effectors, which allows for future testing of additional AFC designs.
General Robotics, the Israeli designer of Light Weight RCWS Systems and tactical robotics, displays advanced integrations of the company’s systems over platforms from several manufacturers. The systems are displayed by several leading integrators participating in the IDEX defense exhibition and NAVDEX naval expo opening today in Abu Dhabi.
Israel’s ‘Iron Beam’ high-power laser air and missile defense system is moving forward, following today’s IMOD decision to add hundreds of millions NIS to fund the full-scale development. More investment will be allocated for production and fielding. of the high-power laser system designed to intercept rockets, mortars, and UAVs. According to Rafael’s CEO, Maj. Gen. (Res.) Yoav Har-Even, “the ‘Iron Beam’ system, is the most powerful laser system of its kind in the world.”
Israel’s C-UAS expert Skylock has unveiled at the UMEX exhibition in Dubai this week a new rocket-shaped hard-kill drone inhibitor countermeasure called Sky Interceptor, that can disable hostile drones at a range of 1,100 m’. A booster-extended range version can reach up to 3 km.
Rheinmetall Defense has introduced another variant of its Skyranger air defense weapon system, the Skyranger 30 HEL – a mobile, hybrid solution mounting the company’s 30mm AHEAD with a laser onboard. As a hybrid solution, the Skyranger 30 HEL is designed to thwart the full range of current and future airborne threats. The interplay of a 30mm automatic cannon, guided missiles, and a high-energy laser (HEL) results in a mix of effectors unique in this combination. The Skyranger HEL was presented in public for the first time at a counter-drone event held last year by the Swiss procurement agency armasuisse in Bure, Switzerland.
The SkyLord family employs XTend’s edge technology with cognitive skills to safely perform dangerous missions. The system uses augmented reality (AR) guidance and control technology to enable an operator to perform complex missions with great ease and precision, using an AR vision system and a single-handed controller. This telepresence interface enables operators to immerse themselves and “step into” a remote reality and engage targets effectively yet safely.
THeMIS unmanned ground vehicles (UGVs) delivered by Estonian based Milrem Robotics company to the Ukrainian armed forces have undergone extensive operations in the combat zone, this deployment has already yielding initial user experience shared with the company. Milrem Robotics delivered 14 THeMIS UGVs to Ukraine. Seven of the systems are intended to carry cargo and for casualty evacuation (CASEVAC) and seven, equipped with payloads from the French CNIM, for route clearance and demining operations.
This article delves into the transformative role of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in the military, aerospace and defense sectors, highlighting how AI is reshaping these fields with advanced capabilities and strategic insights. We explore the unique challenges these sectors face and how AI offers innovative solutions. Featuring a carefully curated ‘top five’ list of companies, the article examines their ground-breaking AI applications and contributions to defense technology. From predictive maintenance to enhanced situational awareness and decision-making, discover how these companies are leading the AI revolution, setting new standards, and defining the future of military and aerospace operations.
Lockheed Martin’s AI Factory symbolizes a leap forward in the integration of artificial intelligence into aerospace and defense. This state-of-the-art facility serves as a hub for AI research, development and integration, focusing on creating advanced AI solutions tailored for modern defense applications. Equipped with cutting-edge technology, the AI Factory streamlines the development process of AI, fostering innovation and collaboration. It represents Lockheed Martin’s commitment to enhancing the capabilities of military technology through the power of AI, positioning them as a leader in the technological evolution of defense strategies. Defense Update selected Lockheed Martin as one of five AI leaders in defense in 2023.
Elbit Systems has rolled out the Hermes 650 Spark, the latest addition to its Hermes family of Uncrewed Aerial Systems (UAS). Spark is designed to be the contemporary successor to the long-serving Hermes 450, aiming to modernize UAS fleets that currently consist of mixed 450/900 models or are exclusively equipped with the 450 variants.
WindGuard has proven its compatibility and effectiveness in the field beyond imagination. Its four flat-panel antennae work tirelessly, continuously scanning the battlefield to detect, track, and classify incoming threats in real time. The sensitivity and swift response of the radar is vital in scenarios where threats can appear without warning and from many different directions.
Milrem Robotics, an Estonian company partly owned by the UAE based EDGE Group will equip the UAE Armed Forces with 60 Unmanned Ground Vehicles (UGVs), according to an official announcement released yesterday at the colsong day of the UMEX exhibition in Dubai. Milrem also unveiled a new 8×8 platform expected to expand its RCV fleet next year.
BAE Systems delivered the first Amphibious Combat Vehicle Command and Control (ACV-C) variant under the full-rate production contract to the U.S. Marine Corps. The ACV-C will provide Marines with a mobile command center that enables maintaining situational awareness and operations planning in the battlespace and on the move. The ACV-C serves as a tactical echelon command post for the U.S. Marine Corps regiment.
Elbit Systems has rolled out the Hermes 650 Spark, the latest addition to its Hermes family of Uncrewed Aerial Systems (UAS). Spark is designed to be the contemporary successor to the long-serving Hermes 450, aiming to modernize UAS fleets that currently consist of mixed 450/900 models or are exclusively equipped with the 450 variants.
Milrem Robotics, an Estonian company partly owned by the UAE based EDGE Group will equip the UAE Armed Forces with 60 Unmanned Ground Vehicles (UGVs), according to an official announcement released yesterday at the colsong day of the UMEX exhibition in Dubai. Milrem also unveiled a new 8×8 platform expected to expand its RCV fleet next year.
THeMIS unmanned ground vehicles (UGVs) delivered by Estonian based Milrem Robotics company to the Ukrainian armed forces have undergone extensive operations in the combat zone, this deployment has already yielding initial user experience shared with the company. Milrem Robotics delivered 14 THeMIS UGVs to Ukraine. Seven of the systems are intended to carry cargo and for casualty evacuation (CASEVAC) and seven, equipped with payloads from the French CNIM, for route clearance and demining operations.
Aurora Flight Sciences, a Boeing company, has begun manufacturing work on a new X-65 program for DARPA. The new design employs Active Flow Control (AFC) technology that has the potential to replace traditional flaps and rudders, which are used to maneuver most aircraft today. The aircraft is configured to be modular, featuring replaceable outboard wings and swappable AFC effectors, which allows for future testing of additional AFC designs.
WindGuard has proven its compatibility and effectiveness in the field beyond imagination. Its four flat-panel antennae work tirelessly, continuously scanning the battlefield to detect, track, and classify incoming threats in real time. The sensitivity and swift response of the radar is vital in scenarios where threats can appear without warning and from many different directions.
BAE Systems delivered the first Amphibious Combat Vehicle Command and Control (ACV-C) variant under the full-rate production contract to the U.S. Marine Corps. The ACV-C will provide Marines with a mobile command center that enables maintaining situational awareness and operations planning in the battlespace and on the move. The ACV-C serves as a tactical echelon command post for the U.S. Marine Corps regiment.
THeMIS unmanned ground vehicles (UGVs) delivered by Estonian based Milrem Robotics company to the Ukrainian armed forces have undergone extensive operations in the combat zone, this deployment has already yielding initial user experience shared with the company. Milrem Robotics delivered 14 THeMIS UGVs to Ukraine. Seven of the systems are intended to carry cargo and for casualty evacuation (CASEVAC) and seven, equipped with payloads from the French CNIM, for route clearance and demining operations.
Rheinmetall began testing its newest VSHORAD mobile gun system, Skyranger 30. In December 2023, the A1 configuration of the Skyranger 30 underwent a successful testing and live-fire campaign, paving the way for total system qualification by mid-2024.
Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace teams with German partners Diehl Defence and MBDA Deutschland to develop the Tyrfing, an advanced Super-Sonic Strike Missile (3SM). The…
Rheinmetall began testing its newest VSHORAD mobile gun system, Skyranger 30. In December 2023, the A1 configuration of the Skyranger 30 underwent a successful testing and live-fire campaign, paving the way for total system qualification by mid-2024.
Against the ongoing regional Mid-East conflict, RAFAEL Advanced Defense Systems of Israel completed a pivotal SPYDER air-defense system test in its innovative All in One (AiO) configuration. The test featured an unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) interception under challenging operational conditions, with the SPYDER system achieving a precise and effective defense against the evolving aerial threats representing those encountered by Israel in recent combat engagements.
Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace teams with German partners Diehl Defence and MBDA Deutschland to develop the Tyrfing, an advanced Super-Sonic Strike Missile (3SM). The…
IAI is introducing the modular All Capabilities Defense Container (ACDC) concept at DSEI 2023, packing a system of systems of defensive and attack systems utilizing an ISO container system, enabling any vessel carry equipped to carry commercial shipping containers to operate the employ advanced capabilities for self protection.
Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI) has unveiled a large autonomous underwater vehicle (AUV) called BLUE WHALE designed for covert intelligence gathering in the sea and coastal waters. The AUV can perform a significant portion of the operations of a manned submarine for several weeks without the need for operators on board. It is equipped with two types of sonars, a radar, EO sensors, and a satellite communications terminal mounted on a telescopic mast.
Israel’s defense company Rafael has recently introduced two new naval air defense systems at IMDEX ASIA 2023 – the NAVAL IRON BEAM, and the C-DOME Mission Module, to augment the defense capabilities of naval forces against evolving threats, including ballistic missiles, guided and unguided rockets, loitering weapons, and drones. These defense systems are cost-effective, complementary, and designed to be integrated into existing air defense systems, expanding air defense coverage.
Elbit Systems has rolled out the Hermes 650 Spark, the latest addition to its Hermes family of Uncrewed Aerial Systems (UAS). Spark is designed to be the contemporary successor to the long-serving Hermes 450, aiming to modernize UAS fleets that currently consist of mixed 450/900 models or are exclusively equipped with the 450 variants.
Milrem Robotics, an Estonian company partly owned by the UAE based EDGE Group will equip the UAE Armed Forces with 60 Unmanned Ground Vehicles (UGVs), according to an official announcement released yesterday at the colsong day of the UMEX exhibition in Dubai. Milrem also unveiled a new 8×8 platform expected to expand its RCV fleet next year.
THeMIS unmanned ground vehicles (UGVs) delivered by Estonian based Milrem Robotics company to the Ukrainian armed forces have undergone extensive operations in the combat zone, this deployment has already yielding initial user experience shared with the company. Milrem Robotics delivered 14 THeMIS UGVs to Ukraine. Seven of the systems are intended to carry cargo and for casualty evacuation (CASEVAC) and seven, equipped with payloads from the French CNIM, for route clearance and demining operations.
Aurora Flight Sciences, a Boeing company, has begun manufacturing work on a new X-65 program for DARPA. The new design employs Active Flow Control (AFC) technology that has the potential to replace traditional flaps and rudders, which are used to maneuver most aircraft today. The aircraft is configured to be modular, featuring replaceable outboard wings and swappable AFC effectors, which allows for future testing of additional AFC designs.
General Robotics, the Israeli designer of Light Weight RCWS Systems and tactical robotics, displays advanced integrations of the company’s systems over platforms from several manufacturers. The systems are displayed by several leading integrators participating in the IDEX defense exhibition and NAVDEX naval expo opening today in Abu Dhabi.
Israel’s ‘Iron Beam’ high-power laser air and missile defense system is moving forward, following today’s IMOD decision to add hundreds of millions NIS to fund the full-scale development. More investment will be allocated for production and fielding. of the high-power laser system designed to intercept rockets, mortars, and UAVs. According to Rafael’s CEO, Maj. Gen. (Res.) Yoav Har-Even, “the ‘Iron Beam’ system, is the most powerful laser system of its kind in the world.”
Israel’s C-UAS expert Skylock has unveiled at the UMEX exhibition in Dubai this week a new rocket-shaped hard-kill drone inhibitor countermeasure called Sky Interceptor, that can disable hostile drones at a range of 1,100 m’. A booster-extended range version can reach up to 3 km.
Rheinmetall Defense has introduced another variant of its Skyranger air defense weapon system, the Skyranger 30 HEL – a mobile, hybrid solution mounting the company’s 30mm AHEAD with a laser onboard. As a hybrid solution, the Skyranger 30 HEL is designed to thwart the full range of current and future airborne threats. The interplay of a 30mm automatic cannon, guided missiles, and a high-energy laser (HEL) results in a mix of effectors unique in this combination. The Skyranger HEL was presented in public for the first time at a counter-drone event held last year by the Swiss procurement agency armasuisse in Bure, Switzerland.
The SkyLord family employs XTend’s edge technology with cognitive skills to safely perform dangerous missions. The system uses augmented reality (AR) guidance and control technology to enable an operator to perform complex missions with great ease and precision, using an AR vision system and a single-handed controller. This telepresence interface enables operators to immerse themselves and “step into” a remote reality and engage targets effectively yet safely.
THeMIS unmanned ground vehicles (UGVs) delivered by Estonian based Milrem Robotics company to the Ukrainian armed forces have undergone extensive operations in the combat zone, this deployment has already yielding initial user experience shared with the company. Milrem Robotics delivered 14 THeMIS UGVs to Ukraine. Seven of the systems are intended to carry cargo and for casualty evacuation (CASEVAC) and seven, equipped with payloads from the French CNIM, for route clearance and demining operations.
This article delves into the transformative role of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in the military, aerospace and defense sectors, highlighting how AI is reshaping these fields with advanced capabilities and strategic insights. We explore the unique challenges these sectors face and how AI offers innovative solutions. Featuring a carefully curated ‘top five’ list of companies, the article examines their ground-breaking AI applications and contributions to defense technology. From predictive maintenance to enhanced situational awareness and decision-making, discover how these companies are leading the AI revolution, setting new standards, and defining the future of military and aerospace operations.
Lockheed Martin’s AI Factory symbolizes a leap forward in the integration of artificial intelligence into aerospace and defense. This state-of-the-art facility serves as a hub for AI research, development and integration, focusing on creating advanced AI solutions tailored for modern defense applications. Equipped with cutting-edge technology, the AI Factory streamlines the development process of AI, fostering innovation and collaboration. It represents Lockheed Martin’s commitment to enhancing the capabilities of military technology through the power of AI, positioning them as a leader in the technological evolution of defense strategies. Defense Update selected Lockheed Martin as one of five AI leaders in defense in 2023.
Location: South Kensington, London, UK
Dates: Delayed (TBD)
Organizer: Institute of Mathematics and its Applications Event Website Link
The conference brings together a wide variety of mathematical methods with defence and security applications. It brings together mathematicians, scientists, and engineers from both industry and academia, with government and military personnel who have an interest in how mathematics can be applied to defence and security problems.
This will be the sixth Mathematics in Defence and Security; previous conferences each attracted over 100 delegates from a wide range of organisations including Dstl, QinetiQ, AWE, BAE Systems, Thales, Rolls Royce, the IMA, the MoD, academia, and international parties.
Location: Club Naval, Cartagena, Colombia
Dates: 3-5 November 2020
Organizer: DefenceIQ Event Website Link
The 8th annual CABSEC and SAMSEC forum organized by Defence IQ is hosted by the Colombia Navy; Cartagena de Indias. This established forum meets annually and brings together the region’s defense and security leadership to discuss strategy, cooperation, requirements and challenges and has helped advance the security dialogue in the region.
The theme for 2020 is Increasing the Impact of International Cooperation on Transnational Crime. Participants will visit the International Centre Against Drug Trafficking (CIMCON) and the International Coast Guard School within the Naval School (ENAP), COTECMAR and the Colombian Naval Base in Cartagena.
Location: Waterford At Springfield, Springfield, VA, USA
Dates: Postponed
Organizer: AFCEA Event Website Link
The AFCEA Army Signal Conference 2020 addresses the theme “Data: The Ammunition of the Future Fight.”
Participants will focus on the issues, the opportunities, the initiatives, and the solutions related to this key component in the design of future command, control and communications supporting our Army.
Technologies developed with investments from the Israel MOD DDR&D can leverage the use of high energy laser for tactical applications, in air, land and sea. Illustration: DDR&D
Israel’s Ministry of Defense revealed today a major achievement in a high energy laser program undergoing with the Directorate of Defense Research and Development (DDR&D). Investments in laser technology made by the department have led to the ability to precisely focus laser beams on long-range targets, overcoming atmospheric disturbances.
The new technology is key for the delivery of laser effects on target within a short time. It will enable the development of laser weapons capable of intercepting a variety of threats.
“The new technology will prompt a strategic change in Israel’s defense capabilities.” The IMOD press release said. “Throughout the year 2020, we will conduct a demo of our capabilities.” Israel Head of the Directorate of Research and Development in the DDR&D, Brig. Gen. Yaniv Rotem said, “We are entering a new age of energy warfare in the air, land, and sea.” he added. According to Rotem, investments in R&D made in the last years have placed the State of Israel among the leading countries in the field of high-energy laser systems.
Encouraged with the new technology breakthrough DDR&D embarked on three parallel high energy laser weapon systems demonstrator programs with Elbit Systems and Rafael, designed to demonstrate new laser weapon capabilities.
The sheltered variant will augment the current Iron Dome C-RAM offering cost-effective interception of short-range rockets and mortars
A ground-based laser weapon system a field-deployable (containerized) system that will complement the capabilities of the Iron Dome, establishing the lowest tier layer to augment Israel’s four-layered air defense system. This lowest layer will be able to defeat mortar bombs and short-range rockets fired at very short ranges, leaving very short time for intercept. While the Iron Dome missile-based C-RAM has demonstrated the capability to engage those threats, their interception by missiles is too costly to deliver for an optimal response.
The vehicle-mounted laser weapon demonstrator will be tested in C-RAM, C-UAS and APS roles.
A vehicle-mounted laser-based platform protecting maneuver forces, employing a platform-mounted laser system to defend troops in the field against direct and indirect threats (such as rockets, artillery missiles, or anti-tank guided weapons). These lasers will complement the vehicle-specific active protection systems deployed on heavy and future armored combat vehicles, such as the Merkava and Namer, and will provide a higher level of protection for less protected vehicles or troops in the open.
Technologies developed with investments from the Israel MOD DDR&D can leverage the use of high energy laser for tactical applications, in air, land, and sea. Illustration: DDR&D
An airborne laser weapon system mounted on an air platform, likely a High Altitude Long Endurance (HALE) or Medium Altitude Long Endurance (MALE) drone, capable of intercepting missile threats above cloud cover, covering wide areas. This concept enables laser interceptors to deploy high above the clouds, thus overcoming the main limitation of ground-based laser weapons. Such a drone-based laser weapon will be able to engage targets before launch or soon after launch, at their boost phase, when the missiles are loaded with propellant and are most vulnerable to damage caused by the laser.
While the sheltered laser weapon will augment the Iron Dome, the vehicle-mounted system would augment active protection systems such as Iron Fist and Trophy, providing C-RAM protection for an entire formation. Illustration: DDR&D
Laser weapons offer an ‘unlimited magazine’, enabling continued use at a low cost per kill. Complimentary use of two different technologies – kinetic air defense (via systems such as the Iron Dome), and laser platforms deliver much higher yield, probability of intercept and combat economy, decreasing the number of interceptors used.
Over the years, the DDR&D has invested considerable efforts in advancing powerful laser technology. Many developments, both from Israel and abroad, have been tested and proven to be ineffective. Significant achievements have recently been made as a result of the collaboration between the DDR&D, defense industries (Rafael and Elbit Systems) and academic institutions. These achievements were made possible by the development of electric source laser systems, in the replacement of chemical laser technology.
Vehicle-mounted laser weapon providing C-RAM, C-UAS and active protection for a combat formation. Illustration: DDR&D.
Location: St James’ Court, Buckingham Gate, London, United Kingdom
Dates: 21-22 April 2020
Organizer: SMi Group Event Website Link
SMi Group is delighted to announce the 11th Air Mission Planning and Support conference, which will return to London on the 21st- 22nd April 2020.
This year’s Air Mission Planning and Support conference are expected to be the biggest year yet. Following the success of the preceding year, the two-day agenda will have a particular focus on maximizing air power and the technological innovations that will impact on current dynamic challenges.
What are the themes for this event?
The event will be exploring themes of technologies, integration and future platforms to take Air Mission Planning into the next generation, providing agile end to end mission support. Air Mission Planning will also include briefs concentrating on a number of topics, ranging from data management to 5th generation integration, from cybersecurity to multi-domain operations and more. The above topics and newly introduced components represent critical developments and military assets that will radically improve air capabilities in the present and future.
Key Reasons to Attend Air Mission Planning and Support 2020:
The only conference on air mission support and planning covering all areas such as fast-jet, heavy-lift, rotary perspectives and many more!
Highlighting the technological aspects integrated into next-generation mission support – subsequently providing in-depth insight on the innovative and cutting-edge solutions. More international speakers than ever before, from leading air systems development and procurement
Location: ADNEC, Abu Dhabi
Dates: Event Cancelled due to COVID 19 Outbreak
Organizer: Reed Exhibitions Event Website Link
The International Exhibition of National Security and Resilience (ISNR Abu Dhabi) brings the national & cybersecurity community together to accelerate public-private collaboration for a safer connected world.
Co-organized with the UAE Ministry of Interior, ISNR addresses four dedicated communities – National Security, Cyber Security, Policing & Law Enforcement and Critical Infrastructure Protection.
Location: Palace of Culture and Science, Defilad Place 1, Warsaw, Poland
Dates: Event canceled due to COVID19 outbreak
Organizer: MTarhi Polska Event Website Link
The CrimeLab, co-located with Euro LAB, is a specialist industry event at which producers and distributors of apparatus, equipment, and instruments used in investigating the scene of a crime and in documenting, registering, securing and displaying material evidence can present their offers.
In addition, the CrimeLab fair also provides an excellent opportunity to present the latest IT systems used in identification and in managing the circulation of material evidence.
Location: St. Regis Saadiyat Island Resort, Abu Dhabi, UAE
Dates: TBA, June: Aerospace Summit Event Website Link
This Summit is an exclusive, strategic gathering of 1,000 global aerospace industry leaders coming together to promote partnerships and cooperative development in the global aerospace sector.
The Summit brings together an exclusive group of established sector leaders with intimate and extensive knowledge in the aerospace, defense, aviation, and space industries.
For 2020 the Global Aerospace Summit has a new theme – Insight and Integration. How will data-driven insight and digital transformation enable aerospace to identify new opportunities and anticipate challenges? How will this knowledge be harnessed to drive performance, enable smarter innovation and ensure secure, sustainable integrated partnerships?
Location: Von Braun Center, Huntsville, AL, USA
Dates: Canceled
Organizer: AUSA Event Website Link
The 2020 AUSA Global Force Symposium & Exposition is a three-day event that will include presentations from the Office of the Assistant Secretary of the Army (Acquisition, Logistics, and Technology), the United States Army Materiel Command, and the United States Army Training and Doctrine Command.
This symposium will explore the capabilities outlined in the Army Operating Concept and how the force transforms from being adaptive to driving innovation for Force 2025 and beyond. Special guest presentations, coupled with panel discussions from our senior military and industry leaders, will address critical points of acquisition, research and development, and partnering between military and industry.
For the Army, this means restructuring military-industrial programs. The Army must take a hard look at its acquisition processes, with an eye towards the future, to maintain a competitive overmatch against potential adversaries.
Location: Ashton Gate Stadium, Bristol, UK
Dates: 10-11 March 2020
Organizer: Omega Group Event Website Link
The event co-locates three streams focused on Artillery, Mortar and Defence Simulation Education & Training. Colocating the three conferences at the same time and place reflects the merging of roles in the different fire support roles, covering traditional Artillery and Infantry indirect fires roles, along with the specific challenges of individual, crew and collective training associated with Joint & Indirect Fires.
There will be three lecture theatres to host each stream and a common exhibition and catering area. Attendees to any event will have full access to the other two streams.
The 8th annual Cyber Intelligence Asia provides the venue for public sector officials from South-East Asian to discuss their cyber defence capabilities, cyber training, and awareness, cyber intelligence, combating cybercrimes, international cooperation programs across the region, cyber laws and acts being introduced, the privacy of data and cybersecurity strategies and policies.
Location: The Hurlingham Club, London, UK
Dates: 10-12 March 2020
Organizer: DefenceIQ Event Website Link
The international Airborne C2ISR conference has built a strong reputation among leaders from the Air and Intelligence communities who recognize the need to strengthen partnerships, share strategic objectives and build trust and understanding in an effort to enhance global intelligence and command and control infrastructures across the air, space and cyber domains.
The 7th edition is themed around ‘embedding innovation at speed and at scale’ with an emphasis on optimizing the decision advantage of the future warfighter across the full spectrum of operations. This theme has the potential to address some significant gaps in understanding between government and industry and across global alliances about the future of C2ISR as we plan for the full spectrum of operational environments and high-end, peer conflict.
The 2020 program covers next-generation air force topics including A2AD, Manned and Unmanned, AI and more.
Location: Copthorne Tara Hotel, London, United Kingdom
Dates: 9-11 March 2020
Organizer: SMI Event Website Link
The 6th annual Future Soldier Technology Conference and Exhibition return to London on the 10th and 11th of March 2020, with Dismounted Soldier Situational Awareness Focus Day on 9th March 2020.
In an era where technology is the key driver enhancing capabilities across the military, the soldier remains as crucial as ever for achieving mission success.
Future Soldier Technology 2020 gathers more than 200 operational users, capability development directors, and industry professionals, from across the globe to share their current requirements and experiences in equipment modernization and offer an attractive networking space to foster new working relationships.
The pre-conference, Dismounted Soldier Situational Awareness Focus Day will explore how new technologies within mobile deployable communications, ISTAR, battlespace management, Command & Control networks, and augmentative technologies are assisting the warfighter.
Key Highlights Include:
• A unique opportunity to see how nations are leveraging emerging technologies to enhance dismounted capabilities.
• Focusing on Lethality, Survivability, Sustainability, C4i, and Power.
• Industry hosted evening networking drinks receptions.
• Exhibition room for the industry to showcase their soldier modernization capabilities.
Available Hotel Accommodations for the Event Days and Vicinity
Location: Crowne Plaza Rome, St Peter’s Hotel, Rome, Italy
Dates: 5-6 February 2020
Organizer: SMi
Event Website Link
The 5th annual Maritime Reconnaissance and Surveillance Technology conference will focus on Maritime Space Domain Awareness, bringing together the widest range of expert nations ever to discuss key operational and technological challenges facing navies and other maritime organizations, as they resolve to monitor the sea and protect their borders.
This year the conference has an increased focus on space-based maritime reconnaissance and the addition of the relation between the Littoral and Maritime Domains and ISR capabilities that occur here.
