General Dynamics (GD) Ordnance and Tactical Systems has signed a teaming agreement with BAE Systems to develop and demonstrate the 81mm roll controlled guided mortar (RCGM) with global positioning system (GPS) guidance to boost the soldier’s combat e…



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Lockheed to provide PAC-3 missiles hardware for US Army
Thursday, February 2nd, 2012
The US Army Aviation and Missile Command has awarded a contract to Lockheed Martin to provide hardware and associated services for the combat-proven Patriot Advanced Capability-3 (PAC-3) missile programme.
Marshall Land Systems Delivers Mobile CT Scanner To UK MOD
Thursday, February 2nd, 2012
In a simple ceremony, Marshall Land Systems has handed over the UK MOD’s first truly deployable CT Scanner to representatives of the MOD.
The Effects of an Exoskeleton on Oxygen Consumption and Kinematics
Thursday, February 2nd, 2012
The purpose of this study was to investigate the metabolic cost of wearing a prototype exoskeleton (EXO) while walking with a range of heavy loads, and to analyse the associated gait biomechanics.
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Israel best prepared to counter cyber attacks, says report
Wednesday, February 1st, 2012
Israel has been rated as best prepared to counter emerging cyber attacks followed by Finland and Sweden, according to a survey by Security and Defense Agenda (SDA), a Belgian research group commissioned by McAfee.
Eurocopter delivers first NH90 TTH to French Army
Wednesday, February 1st, 2012
The French armament procurement agency (DGA) has taken delivery of the first final operational configuration (FOC) qualified NH90 Tactical Transport Helicopter (TTH) under a contract from Eurocopter at its facility in Marignane, France.
Human Universal Load Carrier (HULC)
Wednesday, February 1st, 2012
Human Universal Load Carrier (HULC) is an exoskeleton being developed by Lockheed Martin for dismounted soldiers. The HULC enables soldiers to carry loads up to 91kg.
The thinking behind Lockheed’s HULC exoskeleton
Tuesday, January 31st, 2012
Lockheed Martin HULC program manager Jim Ni explains the inner workings of the Human Universal Load Carrier, Lockheed Martin’s exoskeleton equivalent.
Lockheed’s exoskeleton in action
Tuesday, January 31st, 2012
Action shots of Lockheed Martin’s HULC, designed to enhance the logistical capabilities of dismounted warfighters.
Northrop wins US Army’s C-RAM contract
Tuesday, January 31st, 2012
Northrop Grumman has received a contract from the US Army to install and maintain the counter-rocket, artillery and mortar (C-RAM) interceptor system at the forward operating bases (FOBs) supporting Operation Enduring Freedom and the ongoing US missi…