Defence & Security Industry Technology
PLA Chinese army deploys virtual reality technology for more efficient training
The People’s Liberation Army (PLA) has started to use virtual reality (VR) technologies in training as it allows officers and soldiers to gain enha...
Ukrainian project to convert the 2S1 self-propelled howitzer into IFV doomed to failure
In Ukraine, it was proposed to convert part of the outdated 2S1 Gvozdika self-propelled howitzers into infantry fighting vehicles, called "Kevlar-E...
UAE-based company Streit Group unveils the Dhabi new generation of 4x4 MRAP armored vehicle
At IDEX 2021, the land defense exhibition that was held in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates (UAE), the UAE-based company Streit Group has unveiled a...
Picatinny Extended Range Cannon Artillery autoloader begins testing
After a successful live-fire test of the U.S. Army’s Extended Range Cannon Artillery (ERCA) limited-capacity autoloader at Yuma Proving Ground in J...
Israel reveals its new laser and GPS guided mortar ammunition Iron Sting
According to information released by the Israeli Ministry of Defense on March 14, 2021, the Directorate of Defense Research and Development (R&...
Robots need adaptive complex protection – Part 2
The arms system is a cluster of weapons, types of armed forces and the armed forces in general designated for combat missions. The use of robotic s...
Robots need adaptive complex protection – Part 1
The arms system is a cluster of weapons, types of armed forces, and the armed forces in general designed for combat missions. The use of robotic sy...
Simulation modeling to be used in trials – Part 2
Simulation modeling has been used by the military for long. Maneuvers, drills, command-staff exercises are held to simulate upcoming operations. Co...
Simulation modeling to be used in trials - Part 1
Simulation modeling has been used by the military for long. Maneuvers, drills, command-staff exercises are held to simulate upcoming operations. Co...
US mortar systems keep pace with modernization efforts
While much attention has focused on the U.S. Army’s ability to achieve greater distances with artillery and missiles, mortar systems are also keepi...
Russian Tornado-G MLRS on DT-30 chassis to operate in Arctic
Tornado-G multiple launch rocket system (MLRS) will be able to operate in hard-of-access northern regions. Head of the provision planning departmen...
US Army scales up joint capabilities as Project Convergence grows
The U.S. Army is ambitiously expanding efforts to develop and integrate joint force technologies needed in future warfare as part of Project Conver...
JLTV can be configured as self-propelled mortar carrier with SPEAR 120mm
According to pictures published on Twitter, the Oshkosh JLTV (Joint Light Tactical Vehicle) can be configured to be used as a self-propelled mortar...
US Army sets sights on advanced manufacturing of eyepieces
Augmented reality is no longer only part of sci-fi movies and video games. It has moved to the forefront as a key technology to train Soldiers for ...
US Army spectrum-sensing technology to help units avoid detection
The U.S. Army is improving situational awareness of the electromagnetic battlefield by developing spectrum-sensing capabilities that provide Soldie...
Turkey unveils new Leopard 2A4 main battle tank upgrade fitted with Altay tank turret
During a live demonstration of combat vehicles that was held at the Turkish company BMC factory on January 23, 2021, Turkey has unveiled a new mode...
i-Provide provides heavy duty window regulators for armoured vehicles
i-Provide’s heavy-duty window regulator features impressive performance, user-friendly installation and easily adjustable windowpane end positions....
Next generation of night vision technology tested before equipping US warfighters
To determine the operational effectiveness and suitability of the Enhanced Night Vision Goggle – Binocular (ENVG-B) — the U.S. Army’s next generati...
Turkey presents its new Firtina 2 155mm self-propelled howitzer
On January 23, 2021, the Turkish defense industry has unveiled the latest version of its local-made 155mm self-propelled howitzer, the Firtina 2 ba...
Indian army presents new upgrade of ZSU-23-4 Shilka 23mm anti-aircraft tracked armored
During the Indian army day parade, which was held on January 15, 2021, the Indian army has presented a new upgrade of the Soviet-made ZSU-23-4 Shil...