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AUSA: Asio Technologies Seals Delivery of Hundreds of AeroGuardian Systems and Thousands of ORION Systems to Key Customers

Wednesday, October 2nd, 2024

AUSA Annual meeting and exposition 2024, Washington DC, Hall A Booth 1139

Asio Technologies, a renowned developer and manufacturer of geospatial position systems and tactical defense solutions, is pleased to announce the successful completion of substantial deliveries of its cutting-edge solutions to defense customers worldwide. The company has completed the delivery of hundreds of AeroGuardian™ GNSS-denied vision-based navigation solution for UAVs and thousands of ORION rugged mobile terminals, significantly expanding the operational capabilities of key clients. These solutions will be prominently showcased at the AUSA Annual Meeting and Exposition in Washington, DC.

At AUSA, Asio Technologies will present the AeroGuardian™ system, a groundbreaking jam-proof navigation solution for drones and UAVs that offers complete immunity from jamming by using a vision-based navigation system independent of GPS or connectivity with the drone. Equipped with day and night cameras and advanced machine vision algorithms, AeroGuardian™ provides real-time visual sensing of the flight path, accurately determining the drone’s coordinates and location. This ensures that drones can function effectively in disrupted communication environments and operate beyond the visual line of sight (BVLOS), even in fully autonomous scenarios. Unlike traditional electronic defense systems that only partially mitigate jamming for limited periods, AeroGuardian™ offers a revolutionary solution with consistent, precise performance.

Also featured at AUSA will be the ORION rugged mobile terminal, widely deployed for key defense customers for dismounted forces. ORION enables both off-grid and on-grid mission planning, real-time navigation, and enhanced situational awareness using Geographic Information System (GIS) databases and Augmented Reality (AR) capabilities. From individual soldiers to battalion commanders, ORION provides real-time updates on friendly and hostile forces, delivering mission-critical information at the point of need. Combat-proven across diverse scenarios, ORION integrates seamlessly with other Asio Technologies’ tactical solutions, such as the LYNX Tactical hand-held multi-function situation awareness system, creating a fully integrated tactical combat suite for ground forces.

David Harel, CEO of Asio Technologies, commented,“The delivery of hundreds of AeroGuardian™ systems and thousands of ORION units to our key customers marks a significant milestone for Asio Technologies. Our advanced navigation solutions offer unprecedented autonomy and precision for drone operations and ground forces alike. We are proud to continue supporting our customers with the most advanced tools to ensure mission success in the most challenging environments.”

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AUSA: SMARTSHOOTER Combat-Proven SMASH Fire Control Systems Turn Dismounted Soldiers into Effective Drone Eliminator

Wednesday, October 2nd, 2024

The company will present its SMASH Hopper LRCWS mounted on Polaris’ MRZR, a tactical mobile solution that can effectively take down drone swarms

AUSA 2024, Washington DC, Halls DE, Booth #7947

SMARTSHOOTER, a leading designer, developer, and manufacturer of innovative fire control systems that significantly increase the accuracy and lethality of individual and crew-served weapons, is excited to announce its participation in the AUSA Annual Meeting and Exposition 2024. SMARTSHOOTER will showcase its combat-proven SMASH family of fire control systems, including the SMASH Hopper LRCWS mounted on Polaris’ MRZR Military vehicle.

The SMASH system is already deployed and combat-proven by various military forces worldwide, including the U.S. Army, U.S. Marine Corps, and the Israel Defense Forces (IDF). It was chosen by the U.S. Joint Counter-UAS (JCO) as the only kinetic solution for counter-sUAS missions at the squad level.

Equipped with an onboard computer that delivers advanced targeting solutions, the SMASH Fire Control System (FCS) transforms any standard weapon into a precise, smart-shooting platform. Once the operator identifies a target manually or via integration with external detection systems, SMASH seamlessly locks onto it, tracks its movement in real-time, and automatically coordinates the shot release for rapid, highly accurate engagements. This capability ensures maximum hit probability, even against fast-moving targets and drones, and dramatically enhances operational effectiveness on the battlefield.

The SMASH technology represents a significant advancement in modern warfare, making it a vital asset for military operations worldwide. With its combat-proven capabilities, the SMASH family enhances hit probability against various threats, including drones and drone swarms, while reducing collateral damage and ensuring the safety of friendly forces.

“SMARTSHOOTER is revolutionizing modern combat by ensuring that every dismounted soldier becomes a highly effective drone eliminator,” said Michal Mor, SMARTSHOOTER CEO. “Our SMASH technology empowers individual soldiers to not only defend themselves and their squads from threats like armed drones and drone swarms but also to safeguard other critical air defense assets. The SMASH systems continue to redefine counter-UAS capabilities, proving that precise kinetic elimination of drones and small UASs at the squad level is essential.”

At AUSA 2024, attendees will have the opportunity to see the SMASH Hopper Light Remotely Controlled Weapon Station (LRCWS) mounted on Polaris’ MRZR Military vehicle. This ultra-light turbo diesel combat vehicle, combined with the Hopper LRCWS, allows maneuvering forces to engage threats from a safe distance, providing a mobile and effective hard-kill solution against drones, drone swarms, and ground threats.

SMARTSHOOTER will also present the SMASH 2000L, the lightest handheld-operated fire control system currently in use against ground and aerial targets, including in the ongoing conflict with Hamas. Leveraging AI, computer vision, and advanced algorithms, the SMASH 2000L maximizes force lethality and situational awareness, ensuring precise target elimination day or night.

SMARTSHOOTER’s US Operations is headquartered in Herndon, Virginia. For further information, please contact Scott Thompson at scott@smart-shooter.com or visit www.SMART-SHOOTER.com

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CanHeat Tactical Space Heater

Thursday, October 26th, 2023

Every year at AUSA I keep an eye open for innovative soldier systems gear. One item that caught my eye is the CANHEAT tactical lightweight diesel/JP8 powered space heater.

Can you believe how compact this thing is? It was designed as a COTS replacement for the legacy Space Heater Arctic (arguably the most dangerous piece of equipment in the US DOD inventory) this unit delivers 13,600 BTU of carbon monoxide free hot, dry air into an enclosed space such as arctic/cold weather ops tents, command posts, medical aid stations, etc. It’s simple to use as well. Just fill up the heater’s integrated fuel tank with JP8, diesel, or kerosene then connect the control box to either a BB-2590 battery, 110/240 Volt AC, or 12 Volt DC electrical power source and turn it on.

Click here for a brochure.

For more info contact planar.canheat@gmail.com

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AUSA 23 – Alien Gear Taq-Strap

Friday, October 13th, 2023

Alien Gear debuted their new Taq-Strap at AUSA. The Taq-Strap is a wearable tourniquet strap which replaces any standard 1.5″ thigh retention strap like on holsters or leg mounted loadouts. It allows the wearer to provide self care via a hasty tourniquet application to the femoral arteries.

aliengearholsters.com/taq-strap-products

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AUSA 23 – FN LICC IWS Update

Friday, October 13th, 2023

FN America displayed the latest version of their Lightweight Intermediate Caliber Cartridge Individual Weapon System at AUSA. This is the four component systems we wrote about in January.

LICC IWS components:

• Lightweight ammunition family
• Improved Performance Carbine
• 25-round purpose-built, polymer magazine
• Signature Suppressor

Chambered in .264, it was developed on behalf of the Irregular Warfare Technology Support Directorate (IWTSD), a government office, which is responsible for conducting research and development in support of U.S. and allied organizations involved in Irregular Warfare.

The Improved Performance Carbine comes in three versions, the DMR or Recce rifle with 18.5″ barrel in the top two photos as well as a 14.5″ Carbine and 11.5″ CQB model seen below.

FN America has made 40 improvements to the carbine since I fired it last fall and is ready to transition to the customer.

One of the myriad changes is that there is a final form 25 round magazine.

They’ve also reduced weight throughout the design. One place it is immediately visible is in the three lightening cuts made above the charging handle.

Above is a close up of the user adjustable gas block and its cover which we didn’t share last time.

This article has focused on aspects of the Improved Performance Carbine. Upgrades have also been realized with the steel cased ammunition. Hopefully, we’ll get a chance to tell you more about that soon, now that the system is heading toward First Article Test.

Read about the other system components and the overall program here.

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AUSA 23 – GORE-TEX Heritage Wall

Thursday, October 12th, 2023

GORE-TEX manufacturers W.L. Gore & Assoc celebrated 45 years of working with the US Army with their heritage wall. They dug back into their archives to showcase Extreme Cold Weather Clothing System, Gen II ECWCS, and Gen III ECWCS as well as some footwear including the Matterhorn boot which was popular as both an issue and private purchase item.

This timeline includes some wave top events in Gore’s relationship with the US Army.

For more information on ECWCS, visit www.goretexprofessional.com/blog/navy-seal-testing.

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AUSA 23 – SIG Medium Range Gas Gun – Sniper Program Submission

Wednesday, October 11th, 2023

Although Geissele won the USSOCOM Medium Range Gas Gun – Sniper competition, SIG showed us the art of the possible with the SPEAR platform by exhibiting their MRGG-S candidate weapon.

MRGG (pronounced Margie at SOCOM) is a 6.5 CM rifle designed as a seni-auto sniper support rifle. As you can see, it sports a 20″ barrel and adjustable buttstock. The optic is a SIG TANGO6T which is a place holder for a customer directed optic.

Here are some close ups of the controls and buttstock.

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AUSA 23 – DNS Alpha Vapor Barrier Sock System

Wednesday, October 11th, 2023

DNS Alpha exhibited with Mountain Horse Solutions which is a division of Global Ordnance. In addition to their clothing systems, they showed us their Vapor Barrier Sock system which was recently adopted by a NATO SOF unit.

It comes in 6 sizes with the VBL made from silicon treated 30D nylon and fully taped. The liner sock is manufactured by CEP from Merino wool.

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