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Orbit and Viasat To Collaborate On Next-Generation Airborne Satellite Communication Systems

Thursday, August 1st, 2024

Revolutionary Multi-Purpose Terminal Will Seamlessly Connect Government Customers Across Viasat’sGlobal Satellite Networks

July 31, 2024 – Orbit Communication Systems Ltd., a leading provider of airborne communication solutions, announced today a milestone collaboration with Viasat Inc., a global leader in satellite communications, for the engineering and supply of advanced satellite communication (SATCOM) Multi-Purpose Terminals (MPT) for airborne platforms. This work is expected to significantly enhance performance and access for Viasat customers across diverse satellite networks, simplifying connectivity management.

When available, Orbit will introduce next-generation airborne SATCOM systems that will seamlessly integrate across Viasat’sglobal Ka-band networks, which include the next-generation high-capacity ViaSat-3 network and the advanced Global Xpress (GX) network. These systems are designed to work with military Ka-band HCX steerable beams and are defined as WGS readyterminals. The innovative MPT systems consolidate network capabilities, allowing seamless switching for users.

The agreement includes delivery of 12″ / 30cm and 18″ / 45cm airborne terminals for military and government use, utilizing dual polarization and supporting the entire 3.5 GHz of Ka-band frequencies for high-speed data transmission and robust connectivity in dynamic environments.

These systems are designed to support multiple networks, including various types of Viasat satellites. This flexibility will help increase resilient connectivity for customers with a simple, multi-network terminal capability that supports military operational needs.

Daniel Eschar, CEO of Orbit Communication Systems, stated, “We are immensely proud to be working with Viasat to supply the next generation of satellite communication systems, which will pave the way for connectivity with cutting-edge satellites boasting exceptional performance. This marks a significant achievement for our collaboration with Viasat, a major leader in the satellite services sector, serving military, government, and commercialclients. These systems will redefine airborne communication, ensuring seamless integration with advanced satellites.”

Steve Gizinski, Chief Technology Officer of Viasat Government, added, “We’re excited by Orbit’s technological capabilities and their continued collaboration in developing flexible terminals to support government needs. The terminals delivered through this effort will allow customers to access Viasat’s expanded services and support demands for reliable and resilient connectivity worldwide.”

About MPT – Multi Purpose Terminal

The Multi-Purpose Terminals (MPT) terminals support the ‘everywhere, all-the-time’ coverage requirements of military airborne users. They also allow government users to roam between commercial Ka-band and Mil-Ka services.

The terminals can be installed on a range of mission aircraft, rotary wing and uncrewed aerial vehicles (UAVs). They comply with industry standards, including MIL-STD-188-164C, RTCA DO-160G, Federal Communications Commission (FCC) and European Telecommunications Standards Institute (ETSI). They are compatible with military satellite systems, making them an ideal choice for government airborne Intelligence, Reconnaissance, and Surveillance (ISR) applications.

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Sneak Peek – Platatac DPDU S.A.S. Gore Fighter Fabric Windproof Smock

Thursday, August 1st, 2024

Coming Soon! Platatac DPDU S.A.S. Gore Fighter Fabric Windproof Smock. They are re-releasing these as they sold out almost instantly last time. The first 50 to go will get a free set of our DPDU Gulf War Iraq Playing Cards. This jacket is absolutely mad, and will sell out fast, so don’t sleep on your size when they drop!

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Thyrm Announces the Arid M90 Trucker Hat

Thursday, August 1st, 2024

American-Made Swedish Style for Every Adventure

Sunnyvale, CA – August 1, 2024

Dür Flerpity Flôopin’ Trucker Hat fer de PëwPëwin’!

Thyrm is proud to introduce the Arid M90 Trucker Hat, a stylish and functional headwear option for the range, the backyard, or anywhere in between.

This trucker hat features Thyrm’s custom Swedish M90 camo design, offering a unique geometric pattern that’s perfect for both casual wear and tactical use. The hat’s mid-rise, medium-structure design provides a comfortable fit, while the breathable nylon mesh back keeps you cool on hot days.

“Whether you’re training at the range or just enjoying a BBQ with friends, the Arid M90 Trucker Hat is the perfect choice,” says Andrew Frazier, CEO. “We’ve packed it with features that make a difference, like a sweat-wicking camo fabric closure and no top button for comfortable wear with headphones or hearing protection.”

Key Features of the Arid M90 Trucker Hat:

• Mid-rise, medium-structure trucker style
• Custom-printed cotton twill in Thyrm’s Arid Camo
• Breathable nylon mesh back
• Comfortable, sweat-wicking camo fabric closure
• Velcro size adjustment for a perfect fit
• No top button for comfortable wear with hearing protection or headphones
• Genuine leather patch with Thyrm logo
• Proudly made in the USA

Availability

The Arid M90 Trucker Hat is available now on Thyrm’s website: thyrm.com/product/swedish_camo_trucker

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Arc’teryx and Skip Partner to Introduce MO/GO: Revolutionizing Mobility with the World’s First Pair of Powered Pants

Thursday, August 1st, 2024

Vancouver, BC, July 29, 2024 – In a groundbreaking collaboration, Arc’teryx and Skip proudly announce the launch of MO/GO™, the world’s first pair of powered pants designed to make human movement more joyful. Designed to support users to be more active through increasing stamina and reducing pain, MO/GO utilizes wearable robotics to tackle mobility challenges caused by aging, fatigue and injury that limit millions of people’s ability to move through life. This innovative product will be available for reservation starting July 24, 2024, with shipments planned for late 2025.

Founded as a project at Google X and spun out into an independent company in 2023, Skip is dedicated to creating movewear that supports those facing mobility challenges. Skip’s co-founders, Kathryn Zealand and Anna Roumiantseva, both have personal connections to mobility challenges, seeing their loved ones’ universes shrink due to health issues. Skip sought to partner with Arc’teryx’s Advanced Concepts team to create MO/GO, due to the brand’s expertise in apparel innovation and engineering solutions for movement in challenging environments. Led by scientists, engineers, and designers, Arc’teryx’s Advanced Concepts team is dedicated to pushing the boundaries of design and collaboration.

MO/GO is designed to support users in their outdoor recreational activities. Inspired by the mountain goat, one of nature’s best climbers, these powered pants enable users to tackle elevation like never before. The technology provides a 40% boost to the leg muscles on the way up and supports the knees on the way down, using a battery-operated motor connected to a suite of sensors and a computer module that predicts and assists the user’s movements.

Arc’teryx integrated the system within the beloved Gamma Pant for this application, due to its breathability, abrasion-resistance and softshell stretch for active pursuits, and co-created bespoke carbon support structures to spread force from the motor across the leg ensuring comfort during extended periods of hiking. Extensively tested on hiking trails in the US and the Coast Mountains of British Columbia, MO/GO feels like a natural extension of the body, enhancing mobility without drawing attention to itself. This sleek, slimline design sets it far apart from the medicalized devices available to date.

“Arc’teryx was founded on a love for the mountains, and creating products which enable people to push themselves and reach new heights,” said Katie Becker, Chief Creative Officer at Arc’teryx. “When the Skip team reached out with their early MO/GO prototype, we were immediately intrigued. Through extensive testing, prototyping and pushing the boundaries of design, we’ve seen testers get back out in the mountains they love – scaling summits and challenges they thought were lost to them. That’s what it’s all about to us – creating space to share our love of the mountains – and we’re so excited to see the MO/GO out in the world.”

Skip’s Co-Founder, Kathryn Zealand added. “By bringing together Skip’s expertise in artificial intelligence and powered wearable technology and Arc’teryx’s renowned product design and engineering excellence, we’ve created a product that truly transforms the outdoor experience.”

The product will be available for reservation starting July 24, 2024, with shipments expected in late 2025. Media and the public will have the opportunity to test MO/GO at the Arc’teryx Climbing Academy in Squamish in August 2024.

For more information on MO/GO™ and to reserve your pair, visit www.skipwithjoy.com and join us in making the mountains accessible to all.

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Hydra Weaponry Now Offers GLOCK-Style Modular Magazine Wells

Thursday, August 1st, 2024

Expanding the Hydra Weaponry modular magwell line to include popular GLOCK® calibers increases options for GLOCK owners.

Hermon, Maine (July 2024) – Hydra Weaponry, Maine’s largest firearms employer, designers, and manufacturers of the truly modular MARCK-15 Hydra® Weapon System, is expanding its line of quick interchangeable magazine wells with the addition of the Hydra H21 and H17modular magazine wells that accept GLOCK® magazines for 9mm, 10mm, .40 S&W, and .45 ACP.

For GLOCK owners and law enforcement officers, the new Hydra Interchangeable Magazine Wells offers a new horizon in compatibility allowing users to easily switch magazines from their carry or duty weapon to their rifle seamlessly. The Hydra MARCK-15’s modular construction allows users to easily change calibers without the use of tools. One of the unique aspects of the Hydra MARCK in comparison to any other modular rifle, is the ability to change the magazine well in the lower receiver (along with barrel and bolt head – caliber dependent).

Since their American introduction in 1985, GLOCK pistols revolutionized the firearms industry.

Over 65 percent of law enforcement agencies employ GLOCK service pistols. With the introduction of the new Hydra GLOCK-style magazine wells, both civilians and law enforcement can maximize the use of GLOCK magazines. For law enforcement officers, duty pistols and rifles can easily interchange magazines, and the Hydra MARCK-15 can easily adapt to any other necessary duty caliber, even in the field.

The Hydra H21 Modular Magazine Well fits GLOCK 10mm and .45 ACP magazines and the Hydra H17 Modular Magazine Well fits GLOCK 9mm and .40 S&W. They can also be used with high-capacity drum or stick magazines. MSRP is $275.00.

For more information on Hydra Weaponry, visit the new website at www.hydraweaponry.com.

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B&T USA Releases Advanced Rifle Suppressor Line

Thursday, August 1st, 2024

Tampa, FL (August 1, 2024) – B&T USA is proud to introduce its next generation of 3D printed Rotex and SRBS models now within the Print-X family of suppressors — available globally. These suppressors are quickly and easily identifiable thanks to B&T’s signature bead blasted gray finish and new tube texturing. An extremely low flash endcap has been engineered to provide industry leading flash suppression, while B&T’s high-performance patent pending Star Baffles are now available in 3D printed form, providing less backpressure and greater sound suppression. Lastly, there is no change to pricing and models are available for purchase through dealers and distributors at the time of this release.

“The improvements made to our 3D printed SRBS and Rotex suppressors within the Print-X family are examples of how our customers and end-users continue to reap the benefits of our R&D team continually pushing what is possible in both material and design,” said Chris Mudgett, Vice President of Marketing for B&T USA. “As a suppressor manufacturer with nearly 700 different suppressors, it’s safe to say our engineering team refuses to leave well enough alone and our products are in a perpetual state of advancement to ensure our customers receive the most cutting-edge technology possible, providing them with a substantial advantage in the field.”

About Print-X

Within the Print-X family of 3D printed suppressors, the Rotex and SRBS suppressors are manufactured using laser bed fusion techniques, are available in 5.56 NATO & 7.62 NATO calibers and are constructed of either 100% titanium or 718 Inconel. Both models are fully weldless — substantially reducing weight and failure points. These suppressors are quickly and easily identifiable thanks to B&T’s signature bead blasted gray finish. The Print-X family of suppressors also receive updated tube texturing, a low-flash endcap and B&T’s patent-pending high-performance Star Baffle system, finally available in 3D printed form. Each suppressor ships with B&T’s Rotex-SF HUB assembly, which is compatible with all B&T Rotex flash hiders, as well as all of SureFire’s SOCOM flash hiders, Warcomps and muzzle brakes. The Rotex-SF HUB is machined from titanium bar stock. NATO-Spec A2 and direct-mount HUB assemblies are available as accessory items.

www.bt-usa.com

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AFSOC to Host Second Iteration of Emerald Warrior 24

Thursday, August 1st, 2024

HURLBURT FIELD, Fla. —

Air Force Special Operations Command is hosting a second iteration of the Emerald Warrior exercise this year from July 29 – August 18, 2024.

This joint, combined exercise provides realistic and relevant, high-end training to prepare special operations forces, conventional forces, and international partners in the evolving strategic environment, shifting focus to growing kinetic and non-kinetic effects in strategic competition. It will be held at multiple locations in Arkansas, Florida, Idaho, Nevada, and Puerto Rico.

This exercise hones the skills of participating units and is an opportunity to test future concepts in support of Agile Combat Employment operating under the Air Force Force Generation deployment model. In line with AFSOC’s Strategic Guidance, the exercise fuels on-going pathfinding and experimentation efforts within the command.

Additionally, Emerald Warrior applies lessons learned from real-world operations to provide trained and ready personnel to the joint force, while addressing priorities laid out in the 2022 National Defense Strategy.

Residents near training locations may experience increased military activity in their area. All training occurs at designated sites and is coordinated with local authorities.

Air Force Special Operations Command Public Affairs

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