Firing tests of the new extended range ammunition were performed in May 2004, testing the Volcano extended range precision guided munition. So far 30 round were fired for ballistic testing. The Volcano is designed for 155/52 howitzers with all modular charges in service with German and Italian Armies, as well as 127mm naval guns, in service with the Dutch and Italian Navies. Initial production of the Phase I (unguided) version is expected for 2007 while the follow-on guided version is scheduled to follow by 2011.
DefenseTech Weekly Brief
This week in the defense technology sector is marked by significant international partnerships, advancements in unmanned systems, and substantial investments in next-generation capabilities. From major naval contracts in the Middle East to the expansion...
DefenseTech Weekly Brief
This week in the defense technology sector is marked by significant international partnerships, advancements in unmanned systems, and substantial investments in next-generation capabilities. From major naval contracts in the Middle East to the expansion...
Rafael Unveils New Laser Beam Director for Iron Beam HELWS
Rafael Advanced Defense Systems unveils its new IRON BEAM 450 HELWS with an upgraded laser beam director at the Paris Air Show. The system features a 450mm aperture with Coherent Beam Combining technology, enabling precision targeting of coin-sized objects beyond 10km while maintaining speed-of-light threat neutralization capabilities.
DefenseTech Weekly Brief
The first week of June 2025 marked significant defense technology milestones, including Ukraine's 4,300km drone strikes, Israel's operational laser weapon deployments, and major AI partnerships. Capital markets showed strong confidence with over $6 billion in investments and acquisitions, while localized manufacturing accelerated across European and Middle Eastern markets.
Barrett Develops a New Precision Grenade Rifle System (PGS)
Barrett Firearms Manufacturing has been selected as the winner of the U.S. Army's xTech Soldier Lethality competition, securing a contract to develop an advanced 30mm precision grenade rifle system. The new system features programmable...
Hermeus Quarterhorse Mk 1 hypersonic demonstrator Achieves First Flight at Edwards AFB
Hermeus Corporation achieved the first flight of its Quarterhorse Mk 1 hypersonic demonstrator on May 27, 2025. Quarterhorse Mk 1 went from a clean sheet to flight-ready in a little over a year. The...
India Embarks on Ambitious 5th GEN Fighter
India formally approved its Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft (AMCA) program, officially joining the fifth-generation stealth fighter market with a stealth, twin-engine advanced fighter jet.
The new development, approved by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, will follow...
