The Sentinel radar is deployed with forward area air defense units of the US Army and USMC. The radar uses an X-band range-gated, pulse-Doppler system. The antenna uses phase-frequency electronic scanning technology, forming sharp 3D pencil beams covering large surveillance and track volume. The radar automatically detects, tracks, classifies, identifies and reports targets, including cruise missiles, unmanned aerial vehicles, rotary and fixed-wing aircraft. It uses a high scan rate (30 RPM) and offers effective coverage of 40 km. The radar is designed with high resistance to electronic countermeasures (ECM) performs target acquisition, tracking and identification. Mounted on a towed platform, it can be positioned remotely from the rest of the unit, operated autonomously and communicate with the Fire Distribution Center (FDC) via wideband fiber-optic link. Under an ongoing product modernization program, Sentinel is expected operating range to 75 km and offer improved on-board target classification capability.
Tiberius Introduce Sceptre – a Liquid Fuelled 155mm Ramjet Artillery Munition
Defense startup Tiberius Aerospace has unveiled Sceptre, a ramjet-powered 155mm artillery munition designed to achieve ranges up to 150 kilometers with sub-5-meter accuracy.
Defense Market Quarterly Review – May 2025
Defense companies saw robust financial results in Q1 2025, fueled by surging global demand and modernization efforts. This analysis delves into key players' performance and examines how post-quarter events – including potential NATO spending hikes, regional conflicts, and major international deals – are shaping the outlook for the defense market, suggesting continued strong momentum.
DefenseTech Brief – May 12, 2025
In this edition of the DefenseTech Brief, we examine Europe's accelerated armored vehicle modernization efforts, contrasting them with the U.S. Army's scaling back of legacy programs. The report highlights key procurement initiatives in Greece, Romania, and the Netherlands, showcasing a strategic shift towards domestic industrial participation and advanced mechanized capabilities. This divergence underscores differing defense priorities and threat perceptions between the U.S. and its European allies.
European Armies Accelerate Armor Modernization as US Scales Back Legacy Programs
As the U.S. Army scales back its armored vehicle programs, European nations are accelerating major modernization efforts, acquiring thousands of new armored fighting vehicles across multiple platforms. This article examines key programs in Greece, Romania, and the Netherlands, highlighting recent, local industrial involvement, competing international bids, and the broader implications of diverging transatlantic defense priorities.
Rheinmetall Showcase Enhanced SSW40 Grenade Rifle at DEFEA 2025
Rheinmetall showcased its enhanced SSW40 grenade rifle at DEFEA 2025, a magazine-fed, semi-automatic 40mm launcher with advanced fire control and planned support for programmable airburst munitions. Designed for both low- and medium-velocity grenades, the SSW40 significantly expands the precision and range of squad-level firepower.
DefenseTech Financial Brief – May 5, 2025
The defense technology landscape continues to evolve rapidly, with this week's developments highlighting several interconnected trends that present significant investment opportunities across multiple domains. The fundamental shift toward low-cost, mass-produced autonomous systems represents perhaps the most disruptive market dynamic, creating opportunities for both established defense primes and specialized technology providers.
U.S. Army 2025 Restructuring: Strategic Realignment and Industrial Impact
The U.S. Army’s 2025 restructuring marks a decisive pivot—from legacy platforms to precision fires, autonomy, and rapid mobility. While this transformation opens new opportunities in missiles, drones, and sustainment tech, it also puts pressure on traditional players. We break down the winners, the exposed, and what this means for investors and defense suppliers.
