Kratos Design Group suppressor alignment rods allow you to confirm proper bore alignment and avoid a baffle strike. Made from carbon fiber and held to an extremely tight straightness tolerance our rods won’t bend and give false readings.
The high visibility insert makes it easier to verify alignment and our packaging doubles as a secure storage device on your bench or in the tool box.
6mm and 5.56 available now. 7.62, 6.5 and 9mm coming soon.
Huntsville, AL – GeoCue, a leader in geospatial solutions, proudly announces the addition of the TrueView GO to its innovative product lineup, which includes TrueView drone and mobile mapping systems as well as LP360 3D point cloud software. This latest release marks GeoCue’s entry into the handheld mapping arena, setting a new standard for portable, high-precision geospatial data collection.
The TrueView GO is the ultimate handheld mapping system designed for effortless reality capture and detailed 3D mapping. Its intuitive operation simplifies the process to “Ready, set, GO!”- making professional-grade scanning as easy as walking.
The TrueView GO series, featuring the 16-channel 116S and the 32-channel 132S models, integrates cutting-edge GNSS RTK, survey grade LiDAR scanning, cameras and visual SLAM technologies. These features enable users to effortlessly generate digital twins in real-time as they walk, capturing both indoor and outdoor environments with unprecedented ease and speed.
“Launching the TrueView GO, is logically the next step in growing our product offering,” said Frank Darmayan, CEO of GeoCue. “We now give you every option to collect data and make informed decisions about your projects: from the air, on the road, and now by simply walking with our handheld scanner.”
The TrueView GO is the ultimate handheld mapping system designed for effortless reality capture and detailed 3D mapping. Its intuitive operation simplifies the process to “Ready, set, GO!”- making professional-grade scanning as easy as walking.
Key Features of the TrueView GO Include:
GNSS RTK and SLAM Fusion: Ensures superior mapping accuracy with a state-of-the-art GNSS Smart Antenna and high-precision LiDAR.
Real-Time SLAM Capabilities: The TrueView GO scanner produces real-time georeferenced point clouds displayed live on the tablet, allowing for instant adjustments and ensuring thorough coverage.
Operate with Weak or No GNSS: TrueView GO uses LiDAR and Visual SLAM to achieve superior results, even in areas without satellite signals, ideal for indoor and urban surveys.
Remote Measurement: The technology has the capability to scan inaccessible areas by collecting reference points without being on the exact point.
Loop-Free Path Planning With RTK: TrueView GO’s SLAM technology eliminates the need for traditional loop closure and overlap, reducing the time and distance required for project completion by allowing flexible, efficient path planning when you have GNSS coverage.
What sets the TrueView GO apart from other handheld mapping scanners is not just the scanner itself but also the powerful new software accompanying it—LP360 LAND. This custom-tailored geospatial software is specifically designed for processing handheld LiDAR and imagery data.
LP360 LAND enhances data accuracy with robust QA/QC tools, 3D point cloud processing and visualization, and featurescapabilities such as SLAM, denoising, colorization, registrationand classification. Leveraging both desktop and cloud environments, LP360 LAND efficiently handles diverse applications like data classification, tree segmentation, volume calculation, and export to BIM, delivering quick and seamless results.
“Our software is pivotal as it allows users to not only create detailed point clouds from raw data but also to carry out quality control on the LiDAR and image data collected,” said Vivien Heriard-Dubreuil, CEO of GeoCue parent company mdGroup. “Furthermore, the integration of LP360 LAND with TrueView GO enhances our workflow tremendously, offering the ability to effortlessly process, combine and integrate data from varied sources such as drones, mobile units, and terrestrial scans.”
The TrueView GO handheld mapping scanner helps to combine various data sets, enabling the creation of a digital twin of any project. The result is a dense, precise, and highly accurate As-built environment of your entire project.
GeoCue’s TrueView GO is designed for professionals across various industries, including surveying, civil engineering, construction, urban planning and forestry, providing them with the tools they need to collect detailed and accurate data efficiently.
“The TrueView GO represents a significant expansion of our addressable market beyond traditional drone LiDAR systems due to its accessibility, affordability, and ease of use,” explained Vincent Legrand, Vice President of Global Sales.
“This device is versatile enough to be used in a wide array of environments and applications, from indoor settings to expansive outdoor areas. Perfect for fields such as forensic crime scene investigations, historic building preservation, facility digitalization, and Scan to BIM processes. Essentially, if you can walk through your project, you can utilize the TrueViewGO. This adaptability opens up countless possibilities for professionals across various industries, ensuring that advanced mapping technology is now within reach of many more users.”
The TrueView GO is now available for pre-orders, packaged with the powerful LP360 LAND processing software, allowing users to process, combine, and fuse collected data with unparalleled ease.
To learn more about GeoCue, visit www.geocue.com.
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ARLINGTON, Va. — The U.S. Army Space and Missile Defense Command’s leader said the command has the lead role in the Army’s Space Vision supporting multidomain operations and defending the United States.
Lt. Gen. Sean A. Gainey, USASMDC commanding general, spoke at a Coffee Series event hosted by the Association of the U.S. Army at AUSA’s headquarters, July 23, 2024, in Arlington.
“Right now, based off of where the Army has moved in some of our demand requirements, we feel we are on path to meet our modernization goals,” Gainey said. “Depending on how we move forward potentially impacts modernization. As of right now, we’re moving on the right path. There are no issues at this time progressing forward with the force structure plan that we have and the growth that we have in place.”
He discussed the command’s initiatives to lead a proof-of-concept demonstration for using C-UAS in the homeland to help U.S. Northern Command determine how to move forward with C-UAS capabilities across the continental United States.
“Warfare is changing drones and all the capabilities that they may need,” Gainey said. “We do our own internal science and technology work so we’re able to do the gap analysis across the space and missile defense portfolio through our (Space and Missile Defense) Center of Excellence. Then our Center of Excellence is able to walk down and document to our technical center from an [science and technology] perspective.
“They can go out and work closely with industry and see what’s out there to help get after some of the challenges that we have moving forward,” he added. “We’re having to leverage more capability for a mission set with our modernization. We’re building based off knowing that there’s a 360-degree threat.”
Gainey said everybody is involved in space and has to be prepared to fight in a degraded denied environment and be able to leverage space.
“We at SMDC developed an Army Space Training Strategy that essentially focuses on how do you get space capability and space awareness, all the way down to the tactical level,” Gainey said. “We leverage that with our space experts inside of formations in our divisions. We are essentially building it inside of the schoolhouse and initial training, always through the training pipeline, and integrating space as part of awareness.”
Gainey talked about the future space operations military occupational specialty and how it will benefit the Army and its future space branch.
“You have an initiative on the space MOS,” Gainey said. “A lot of great work by the leaders in vision that came before me seeing that we can no longer continue to do business as usual in the way we operate right now as we pull Soldiers from air defense.
“We will change those Soldiers to 40 delta MOS to where now they’re space Soldiers and they’re experts,” he added. “So they get basic training all the way up, and then you get a professional noncommissioned officer, which we’re really excited about. We believe this is a stepping stone to a space branch.”
By Jason Cutshaw, USASMDC
FARNBOROUGH, United Kingdom, July 26, 2024 — The NATO Support and Procurement Agency (NSPA) has awarded Lockheed Martin Sikorsky a contract award to study integrated platform concepts that could fulfill NATO’s next generation rotorcraft requirements through its Next Generation Rotorcraft Capability (NGRC) program.
“Sikorsky is ready to design a rotorcraft prototype for NATO’s NGRC concept study to support defense and deterrence for an ever-changing global environment. Years of investment and rigorous flight testing with multiple X2 technology demonstrators have proven its ability to change the future airspace,” said Andy Adams, vice president of Sikorsky Future Vertical Lift.
“Our X2 aircraft will bring to bear the strengths of Lockheed Martin along with input from our European Industry Group, such as digital thread, advanced manufacturing, sustainment, training, and weapon and mission system development, to provide NATO with an integrated rotorcraft system that combines speed, range, maneuverability, survivability and operational flexibility.”
Lockheed Martin Sikorsky’s European Industry Group includes Tier-1 aerospace suppliers, such as BAE Systems, ELT Group, ESG Elektroniksystem-und Logistik GmbH, GE Aerospace, Hellenic Aerospace Industry, Kongsberg, Liebherr-Aerospace Lindenberg GmbH, MAGroup,
Malloy Aeronautics, SAFRAN, Rheinmetall and TERMA. This industry group will provide input as to how their world-class military products can support the X2 integrated platform concept approach to advance NATO’s capabilities and provide a next generation rotorcraft solution.
With more than $1 billion invested and 15 years of testing and flying, X2 rotorcraft, Sikorsky’s X2 aircraft are demonstrating mission relevance. The S-97 RAIDER technology demonstrator’s rigorous flight test program continues to provide critical data that correlates to a virtual prototype and enables Sikorsky to experiment with the unique capabilities that an X2 Technology rotorcraft can provide.
NSPA General Manager, Ms Stacy A. Cummings, stated: “The launch of Concept Study #5 is a significant milestone for the NGRC concept stage activities, and demonstrates NSPA’s dedication to meet the challenge of next generation medium lift for Participating Nations. The strategy to launch 3 parallel contracts awarded by competition delivers on our commitment to maximise industry expertise, opportunity and engagement in the programme, and will provide a broad range of potential concepts in the study results for our multinational customers.”
The NGRC program initiative began in 2022 and includes France, Germany, Greece, Italy, the Netherlands, United Kingdom and Canada. The United States and Spain are currently acting as observers. Under the NGRC program, NATO is seeking to develop a medium-class, multi-role rotorcraft aimed to replace medium multi-role helicopters currently in service. NSPA, through its dedicated NGRC Support Partnership, aims to respond to this upcoming requirement, in a timely and cost-effective manner, while concurrently leveraging a broad range of recent advances in technology, production methods, and operational concepts.
Knoxville, TN – [July 29, 2024] – Qore Performance®, a leader in thermoregulation and tactical gear innovation, is proud to announce the launch of ICEPLATE EXO® Gen 3, the latest evolution of their Ultralight Minimalist plate carrier. This advanced performance and survivability tool goes beyond traditional plate carriers, enhancing physiological capabilities and shielding end-users from environmental challenges. “After using almost every high-end plate carrier on the market in a professional capacity overseas, I knew we had the foundational DNA for a vastly superior tool,” said Will Clark, Director of Operations at Qore Performance, “the combination of our professional experiences along with our vision for a performance-driven future of empowered individuals, gave birth to what is now ICEPLATE EXO® Gen 3: the plate carrier I wanted as a professional end-user.”
Ballistic and Environmental Protection Excellence
ICEPLATE EXO® Gen 3 combines cutting-edge thermoregulation technology with next-generation materials to deliver one of the lightest and easily the most capable plate carriers on the market. ICEPLATE EXO® Gen 3 maintains a superior strength-to-weight ratio, with the side strap option weighing just 15.2 ounces and the AXL Equinox Cummerbund variant up to 23.2 ounces. Constructed from hydrophobic laminate materials with a tensile strength exceeding 600 pounds, the ICEPLATE EXO® Gen 3 (Berry Compliant) sheds unnecessary weight without compromising durability or performance.
The ICEPLATE EXO® Gen 3 is more than just a world-class plate carrier; it also integrates patented thermoregulation and hydration systems, such as the ICEPLATE®, seamlessly enhancing comfort and operational efficiency when used with body armor. By leveraging temperature regulation, the ICEPLATE EXO® Gen 3 expands physiological capacity, offering unparalleled advantages in extreme conditions through its unique and powerful cooling, heating, and hydration capabilities.
Key Features and Benefits
Cooling, Heating, Hydration: ICEPLATE EXO® Gen 3 incorporates patented ICEPLATE® and ICEVENTS® technologies, enabling operators to maximize endurance and effectiveness in any environment.
Ergonomic Load-Bearing: Designed with the operator’s needs in mind, ICEPLATE EXO® Gen 3, especially with the AXL Equinox Cummerbund, offers a lightweight, ergonomic design that evenly distributes weight, reducing fatigue and improving mobility.
Durable and Hydrophobic: Made from high-quality, lightweight, and durable materials, ICEPLATE EXO® Gen 3 is built to withstand the demands of tactical operations. Its laminate construction repels water, making it ideal for maritime use.
Unprecedented Customizability: ICEPLATE EXO® Gen 3 is fully customizable, allowing armed professionals to tailor the carrier to their needs. It accommodates most two- or three-strand cummerbunds and integrates multiple quick-release systems into the shoulders.
Pushing the Bleeding Edge
“ICEPLATE EXO® Gen 3 is the first and only plate carrier in the world to actively expand the operational environment envelope, enhance physiological performance and inoculate the end user against temperature risk. ” said Justin Li, Co-Founder and CEO of Qore Performance. “ICEPLATE EXO® Gen 3 weaponizes temperature to create competitive advantages where none previously existed. It is a near perfect embodiment of ‘Building A Superhuman Future.”
Availability
ICEPLATE EXO® Gen 3 is now available exclusively on the Qore Performance website. It currently comes in Berry compliant ICEPLATE EXO® laminate, with a USMCA compliant laminate variant coming soon at a more accessible price point for those who do not require Berry compliant materials, but who still desire the precision and accuracy of in-house manufacturing done at Qore Performance in Knoxville, TN.
For more information and to place an order, visit: ICEPLATE EXO® Gen 3 Product Page.
This partnership marks a significant milestone for both companies as they combine their expertise and resources to advance the field of autonomous robotic solutions. The acquisition will enable Ghost Robotics to leverage LIG Nex1’s extensive experience and capabilities in defense technology and manufacturing to further accelerate scaling.
“We are thrilled to partner with LIG Nex1 and embark on this exciting new chapter for Ghost Robotics,” said Gavin Kenneally, PhD, Co-founder & CEO of Ghost Robotics. “Their investment and strategic guidance will accelerate our growth and enhance our ability to deliver groundbreaking robotic solutions to a wider range of industries and applications.”
LIG Nex1’s CEO, Shin IckHyun, echoed the enthusiasm, stating, “Our acquisition of a majority stake in Ghost Robotics aligns perfectly with our vision to lead the future of defense and security technology.” He added, “We expect this acquisition will serve as momentum for both companies to grow together based on our leading-edge technological capabilities and close cooperation.”
This partial acquisition will foster innovation and drive the development of next-generation robotic systems for both industrial and defense markets. By combining their strengths, Ghost Robotics and LIG Nex1 are well-positioned to lead the industry in delivering robust, versatile, and reliable robotic solutions.
The Aquire Read Deploy (ARD) weapon sight, a state-of-the-art device designed and manufactured in the USA to elevate your accuracy and efficiency in the field.
Crafted from durable anodized aluminum, the ARD sight is versatile, mountable on either side or top rails, and built to withstand the rigors of combat. Its standout feature is the digital LCD screen, which displays the range of 40mm projectiles based on the angle of the weapon, the weapon system, and the specific round used. This technology is currently configured for the M203, 320, and PGL6 weapon platforms, accommodating various rounds, including High-Explosive (HE) and non-lethal options.
One of the most impressive aspects of the ARD sight is its adaptability. As new weapon systems and rounds are developed, the sight can be updated with the latest software, ensuring it remains at the cutting edge of military technology. This future-proof design means you’ll always have the most up-to-date targeting information at your fingertips.
What sets the ARD sight apart in the heat of battle is its simplicity. Estimating the range to the target and adjusting your weapon accordingly is intuitive. After the first round impacts, the digital readout allows for rapid adjustments, enabling you to bring your target into sight swiftly and accurately.
For a deeper dive into the ARD weapon sight’s capabilities and real-world applications, check out this informative video:
Whether you’re in training or on the battlefield, the ARD weapon sight is a game-changer, providing the precision and reliability you need to stay ahead of the enemy. Equip yourself with the ARD and experience the future of tactical targeting today.
To schedule a demo or find out more, please email sales@matbock.com or check out www.matbock.com/collections/accessories/products/ard-sight
