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New from SPARTANAT: “Defense Against Drones: Protection Against Threats from the Air”

Monday, October 14th, 2024

Aerial drones – especially small commercially available drones – have become a unique and ubiquitous challenge on the modern battlefield and pose a major threat to traditional military assets. Such small drones can be used to provide real-time reconnaissance, and/or be rigged with explosives and used as loitering munitions for remote kamikaze attacks.

Such weaponized micro-drones are a relatively new type of weapon, and every military and law enforcement unit needs to learn how to defend against them. “Defense Against Drones” provides the first open-source overview of how to survive and win in the fight against drones.

This book answers the question of what tactical drone defense means, analyzes drone defense tactics and lessons learned from the Russian war against Ukraine, and provides a good foundation for further discussion and analysis.

Topics covered in this volume include the current spectrum of tactical drone defense measures – including protection against micro-drones, the increasing ubiquity of cheap drones as the “Kalashnikovs of the Skies”, experiences from Ukraine, the 10 Commandments of Drone Defense, and an appendix of recommended further reading.

“DEFENSE AGAINST DRONES: Protection Against Threats From The Air” is available now on Amazon.com for $19.99, plus taxes and shipping.

Other books from SPARTANAT:

ABOUT THE AUTHORS OF ‘DEFENSE AGAINST DRONES’:

Kristóf Nagy – a former infantryman in the German Bundeswehr who is now a freelance specialist author covering military topics, including unmanned aerial systems and their defense.

Markus Reisner – a Colonel in the Austrian Bundesheer and head of the Institute for Officer Training at the Theresian Military Academy, particularly focused on the use of unmanned systems.

Christian Väth – a former infantry officer and founder of “Light Infantry International“. Author of Black Book 2, “The Tactical Drone”.

Gustav Freimann – a former Sergeant in the German Bundeswehr who is now serving with the International Legion in Ukraine share his practical experience with drone defense in Ukraine.

ENGLISH TRANSLATION

Lawrence Holsworth – a former infantry Sergeant in the US Army’s 82nd Airborne Division, and an internationally-recognized defense industry marketing professional and tactical gear Blogger.

ABOUT SPARTANAT:

SPARTANAT.com is the leading German-language online magazine covering the tactical market. For over ten years, SPARTANAT has published daily news about militaryforces, conflict zones, weapons, and equipment manufacturers, and more. SPARTANAT also publishes gear reviews several times per week. In Germany, Austria and Switzerland, it is almost obligatory for the tactical community to visit SPARTANAT daily.

SPARTANAT also now has a growing international readership andthe creation of the English editions of their popular book series consolidates this position. For further information contact lawrence@strikeholdconsulting.com.

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GeoCue Launches LP360 Land Software to Process TrueView GO Handheld LiDAR Data

Sunday, October 13th, 2024

Maximize Handheld LiDAR Scanning with the All-New LP360 Land Software

Huntsville, AL – GeoCue, a leader in geospatial technology, is proud to announce the release of LP360 Land, a new addition to the LP360 software ecosystem designed to elevate handheld LiDAR scanning with the TrueView GO.

The TrueView GO, launched in August, set a new standard for handheld LiDAR scanners by combining advanced hardware with user-friendly operation. Now, LP360 Land empowers users to transform their raw handheld data into valuable insights and deliverables with ease.

“The integration of LP360 Land with the TrueView GO is a game-changer for professionals seeking efficient and accurate data processing,” said Frank Darmayan, CEO of GeoCue. “This powerful combination enables users to seamlessly process, visualize, and analyze their handheld LiDAR data, enhancing their overall workflow.”

LP360 Land offers an intuitive workflow that simplifies the processing of LiDAR, GNSS, and SLAM handheld sensor data. Key features include:

• Multi-scan import and processing capability

• Coordinate systems (datum and projection) management

• Powerful SLAM/PPK/RTK point cloud processing: Generate accurate and colorized point clouds even in GPS-denied environments

• Advanced visualization tools: Utilize multiple synchronized windows, including 2D, 3D, profile, and immersive views.

• QA / QC and data editing / cleaning tools

• Manual and automatic registration (LAS to LAS and LAS to Control Points)

• Image explorer for contextual analysis (Point cloud to Photo)

“We are excited to see how LP360 Land will enhance the capabilities of TrueView GO users,” said Vivien Heriard-Dubreuil, CEO of mdGroup. “With LP360 Land, the user can combine LiDAR data coming from mobile, aerial and ground sensors to complete a job and work on a registered, colorized and georeferenced point cloud. This software reflects our commitment to providing innovative solutions that meet the evolving needs of the geospatial community.”

LP360 Land is available in two plans to suit different user requirements:

• Basic: Ideal for TrueView GO users needing essential LAS file processing and fundamental data management tools.

• Standard: Includes all Basic features plus advanced functionalities like multi-cycle processing, control point management, point cloud registration, and automatic target recognition.

To further maximize your workflow, LP360 Land seamlessly integrates with LP360 Cloud, a suite of cloud-based tools designed to simplify the management, archiving, sharing, and collaboration of geospatial projects.

Explore the Full LP360 Product Line

LP360 Drone: Comprehensive tools for drone-based geospatial data workflows, including visualization, quality assessment, classification, 3D editing, and analysis.

LP360 Land: Tailored for TrueView GO and compatible handheld scanners, offering robust SLAM/PPK/RTK and imagery processing and advanced visualization capabilities.

LP360 Geospatial: Optimized workflow for processing LiDAR data or images, QA/QC data from various aerial or mobile sensors.

LP360 Cloud: Cloud-based solutions for project management and collaboration.

For more information about LP360 and how it can enhance your LiDAR and photogrammetry please visit www.lp360.com.com.

To learn more about GeoCue, visit www.geocue.com.

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Chemring Nobel and the Norwegian Government Launch Feasibility Study into New Production Facility

Sunday, October 13th, 2024

Since Russia’s invasion of Ukraine in 2022, the Norwegian Government has taken a number of steps to increase production capacity in the Norwegian defence industry. This includes co- funding Chemring Nobel £32m, alongside the EU, to more than double capacity at its current site.

On 10 October 2024 the Norwegian Government announced new measures to strengthen the Norwegian defence industry. Launching its roadmap for increased production capacity in the defence industry, the Norwegian Government has identified that the production of high explosives in Europe is significantly lower than the growing demand, especially for HMX, RDX and NTO. It also identified that, as one of only two manufacturers of advanced military explosives in Europe, Chemring Nobel’s production is crucial to both NATO and European allies.

The Norwegian Government has therefore announced that it will co-finance and participate in a feasibility study with Chemring Nobel to assess the development of a new production facility to increase the production of military explosives at Chemring Nobel.

This co-funded feasibility study, which is expected to be concluded by the end of 2024, will among other things investigate the geographic location, infrastructure requirements and environmental considerations of building a new production facility. The study will also consider the role and the levels of any financial contribution made by the Norwegian Government.

More information can be found here: Launching Defence Industry Roadmap – regjeringen.no

www.regjeringen.no/en/aktuelt/regjeringen-oremerker-967-millioner-for-a-styrke-norsk-forsvarsindustri/id3058695

Norway’s Minister of Defence, Bjørn Arild Gram, commented:

“We see the production of military explosives as the most crucial Norwegian defence industrial contribution to Ukraine and Allied forces’ needs. Chemring is one of only two major manufacturers of advanced military explosives in Europe, and in our opinion they are the producer in Europe and North America that can establish increased production the fastest. Chemring’s production is crucial to help the West continue to support Ukraine with weapons.

This joint study is key to unlocking further capacity into the supply chain.”

Michael Ord, Chief Executive of Chemring, added:

“Today’s announcement is a clear indicator of the need to rapidly increase capacity across the defence industrial base to counter the numerous threats faced by NATO and its European allies.

We are grateful to the support being provided by the Government of Norway and look forward to working closely with them on this important project.”

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Cubic Defense to Demonstrate Multi-Domain Convergence Solutions at AUSA

Sunday, October 13th, 2024

Transforming Data Dominance and Warfighting ReadinessCubic Defense, a recognized industry leader in providing digital intelligence, edge compute and networking, live, virtual and constructive (LVC) training and secure communications will showcase its Multi-Domain convergence solutions during this year’s AUSA Annual Meeting and Exposition from October 14-16 in the Walter E. Washington Convention Center in Washington, D.C.

“Mission requirements are constantly evolving, and tomorrow’s battlespace will be more complex and contested. A new advantage is needed to train, connect and adapt quickly with precision across all domains,” said Anthony Verna, Senior Vice President and General Manager of DTECH Mission Solutions. “Cubic’s portfolio delivers a decisive advantage with mission inspired solutions that enable assured data access, converged digital intelligence and superior warfighting readiness.”

Visit Cubic Defense at Halls D & E, booth #8033, and speak with experts who will demonstrate how Cubic’s digital intelligence, edge compute and networking, LVC training and secure communication solutions can empower the U.S. Army to modernize at the speed of the threat.

Demonstrations will include:

Edge Compute and Networking: DTECH’s edge compute and networking family of systems deliver a persistent information advantage, accelerating the transformation of data to decisions, enabling the Next Generation Tactical Edge:

• The DTECH Fusion Edge High Performance Compute (eHPC) stands alone in its ability to provide enterprise-level computing power to the tactical edge enabling complex data-rich workloads including AI/ML, even in Denied, Disrupted, Intermittent and Limited (DDIL) environments.

• DTECH M3-SE, M3X, Cross Domain Guards and ROIP Gateway are ideal platforms for edge applications that enable users to connect, secure and analyze mission-critical data throughout the mission chain.

Digital Intelligence: Cubic Digital Intelligence is advancing information superiority with scalable C5ISR integration, from space to the edge, tailored for Joint and Mission Partner environments. Revolutionizing Data Management: Cubic’s digital intelligence solutions make vast amounts of data manageable by automating data routing and distribution, ensuring seamless sharing and accessibility. Whether in DDIL environments or high-demand operations, our resilient systems are built to maintain critical functionality and data flow.

• Automation and Tactical Integration: Cubic enhances intelligence operations with automated workflows and integrated Tactical Awareness Kit (TAK) support, enabling faster, more informed decision-making across the mission spectrum.

• Enabling Future Applications: From small form factor computing designed for AI/ML processing to scalable, space-efficient systems, Cubic’s Digital Intelligence solutions drive operational efficiency and innovation, supporting future capabilities like TAK, and more while reducing Size, Weight and Power (SWaP).

LVC Ground Training: Force-on-Force Training: Cubic’s LVC ground training solutions empower realistic training with scalable interoperability, immersive realism and insightful analytics.

• Cubic’s direct-fire training systems (Soldier, vehicles) provide effective, force-on-force engagement training with instrumented direct-fire solutions that establish the roadmap for advancing live training capabilities that bridge current operations with the synthetic training environment.

• Cubic’s indirect-fire training systems provides the ability to conduct individual, crew and collective indirect-direct fires training in live environments including support for instrumented call for fire (Joint fires, JTAC) and conduct of fires (mortars, artillery, launchers) missions, that are integrated with Mission Command systems, as well as EXCON and AAR capabilities.

Secure Communications: Resilient Communications: Cubic’s Secure Communications solutions deliver assured and stealthy communications that resolve critical gaps in wideband tactical communications. Cubic accelerates the evolution from federated terminals to open architectures enabling the US Army to modernize software communications at the speed of the threat.

• Halo is Cubic’s modular, low-SWaP, phased array antenna that provides robust wideband communications for the DoD’s Hybrid-SATCOM networks enabling simultaneous connectivity between bands and orbits.

• Cubic’s Software Defined Radios (SDR) and protected waveforms deliver high data rates in compact, lightweight designs enabling resilient communications that extends the reach of Future Vertical Lift (FVL) platforms in contested electromagnetic spectrum environments.

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Savage Arms Announces New Serve the Land Episode: Farming the Wild

Sunday, October 13th, 2024

WESTFIELD, Massachusetts – October 10, 2024 – Savage Arms®, is proud to announce the new episode of Serve the Land is featured on multiple platforms. “Serve the Land” debuted on Carbon TV and premiers on YouTube tonight at 7 pm ET.

“Serve the Land” is a captivating series that showcases the importance of sustainable hunting and responsible wildlife management. In this exciting new installment, Beth Shimanski joins forces with renowned British chef and deer manager Mike Robinson to explore the world of fallow deer hunting.

Together, they delve into the United Kingdom’s distinctive approach to wildlife management, which has enabled Mike to incorporate wild game into his acclaimed Michelin-star restaurants throughout the country. Additionally, Mike’s direct-to-consumer service, Deer Box, offers individuals the opportunity to savor the finest wild game meat.

“I was thrilled to have the opportunity to get in the field with Mike Robinson and shed light on the unique wildlife management practices in the United Kingdom. This episode will provide viewers with a deeper understanding of the importance of sustainable hunting and its role in promoting conservation,” said Shimanski.

This episode of “Serve the Land” features the all-new Savage 110 Pro Pursuit Rifle (PPR), designed with Mike Robinson. The 110 PPR is a true standout among hunting rifles, crafted for those who spend time pursuing big game. The 110 PPR is available now in nine different calibers, including 308 Win., 6.5 PRC and more, for an MSRP of $2399.

The fallow deer hunt and Robinson’s mission to use wildlife management to bring venison to more tables can be watched, read and experienced on Carbon TV, Savage YouTube and on the Savage website.

For more information about Savage Arms and its extensive line of leading firearms, visit savagearms.com. The Savage Blog is also a resource for all things Savage that is updated regularly with a wide-variety of content.

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The Moog Reconfigurable Integrated-Weapons Platform to Feature Five Distinct Configurations at AUSA 2024

Saturday, October 12th, 2024

Moog and General Dynamics Land Systems plan daily configuration changes in respective booths to demonstrate multiple mission capabilities.East Aurora, NY (Oct 14, 2024) – Moog Inc. (NYSE: MOG.A and MOG.B) Defense Division’s Reconfigurable Integrated-weapons Platform (RIwP®) will feature five unique launcher configurations across two locations during the Association of the United States Army (AUSA) Annual Meeting and Exposition 2024. In the Moog booth #1051, the RIwP turret will be displayed on a stand to demonstrate its platform-agnostic design. General Dynamics Land Systems also will feature a RIwP turret integrated with its TRX Defender robotic combat vehicle in booth #703. RIwP is a proven modular, and scalable remote turret offering unmatched capacity to host multi-domain payloads for current and future ground-combat platforms. This remote weapon platform offers air defense, anti-armor, or multi-mission capabilities via world-class, precision medium-caliber and indirect fires.

“We are excited to showcase multiple configurations of the RIwP turret for the U.S. Army at AUSA 2024. The daily configuration changes across the Moog and General Dynamics Land Systems’ booths will demonstrate how this product can transform to meet the changing needs of our complex battlefield. This is a shining example of industry coordination and an extension of the multi-year TRX collaboration between General Dynamics Land Systems and Moog,” said Tony Peck, Turreted Weapon Systems Director, Moog Inc. On day one, Moog will feature RIwP with a 30mm gun, Stinger and Coyote missile launchers, and radars. On day two, RIwP will be outfitted with an APKWS 70mm rocket launcher and a Stinger launcher along with the 30mm gun and radars. Both configurations are designed to meet air defense and counter-small unmanned aircraft systems (C-sUAS) missions.

The RIwP turret on the TRX Defender in General Dynamics Land Systems’ booth also will change each of the three days of AUSA. Supported by RIwP’s multi-mission payload modularity options, the TRX Defender is designed to protect formations against air and ground threats in a Mission Command on the Move scenario, relieving subordinate units from being tasked for command post defense.

Product and company names listed are trademarks or trade names of their respective companies.

The Moog exhibit will also feature other defense solutions including the Flexible Mission Platform (FMPTM), Control Actuation Systems (CAS) for precision missile steering, a Portable Weapon Management System (PWMS), avionics systems, and high-performance integrated rotary solutions including slip rings, motion control, and media conversion. Additionally, Moog actuation, flight control computers, and active feel and trim capabilities for the U.S. Army’s Future Long-Range Assault Aircraft (FLRAA) will be highlighted in the booth.

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Gun Tote’n Mamas Introduces New Affiliate Program

Saturday, October 12th, 2024

NORTHBROOK, Ill.– October 9, 2024 – Gun Tote’n Mamas® (GTM), the leading provider of women’s protection solutions, is excited to announce its new affiliate program. Gun Tote’n Mamas will utilize Murray Road Agency’s strong relationships with proven affiliates and brand ambassadors as it launches its new program.

GTM’s affiliate network will be hosted on AvantLink, an industry-leading cost-per-sale affiliate marketing network. Affiliates who join the program will have the opportunity to promote GTM products while earning a commission.

“Gun Tote’n Mamas is thrilled to introduce our new affiliate program,” said Claudia Chisholm, president of GTM. “We believe this program will not only expand our reach but also provide a unique opportunity for individuals to join our mission of empowering women to protect themselves.”

With the launch of the affiliate program, GTM aims to strengthen its presence in the market and increase brand awareness. By partnering with AvantLink, GTM ensures a seamless and efficient experience for its affiliates, enabling them to focus on promoting the high-quality products that GTM is known for.

Affiliates who join the program will gain access to a wide range of marketing materials, including banners, text links and product images. These resources will assist affiliates in effectively promoting GTM products to their audiences. Additionally, GTM will provide ongoing support and guidance to affiliates, ensuring their success in the program.

GTM chose to expand its partnership with the Murray Road Agency into the affiliate space due to the agency’s proven success in the field. A nominee of AvantLink’s Agency of the Year award in 2023, Murray Road’s presence in the shooting industry has positioned the company to provide unparalleled affiliate management to GTM.

Affiliates seeking more information on the program or assistance joining the GTM affiliate network are encouraged to contact Worth Osgood (worth.osgood@murrayroadagency.com). For more information on GTM and its full line of concealed carry handbags and purses for women, visit www.gtmoriginal.com.

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Silencer Central and Meateater Unveil Co-Created Suppressor

Saturday, October 12th, 2024

SIOUX FALLS, South Dakota (Oct. 8, 2024) – Silencer Central, the nation’s largest silencer dealer and manufacturer, has teamed up with MeatEater, the leading outdoor lifestyle brand, to launch the highly anticipated MeatEater by BANISH suppressor. Designed for hunting, this all-new 30-caliber suppressor is a game-changer for outdoor enthusiasts looking for top-tier performance in the field.

“We told the folks at Silencer Central that we wanted to help build a suppressor that was lightweight, short, user serviceable, quiet, and reduced recoil,” said Ryan ‘Cal’ Callaghan, Director of Conservation at MeatEater. “It seemed impossible, but from every test we’ve done, that team was able to walk a fine line to help us accomplish all of those things in a package dedicated for hunting rigs.”

The MeatEater by BANISH is built for performance and rated for cartridges up to .300 RUM. It features an anchor brake that reduces recoil by up to 40% in the open position and 30% when closed, while also delivering an additional 5 dB of sound reduction. Overall, the suppressor cuts average sound levels by 32 dB, ensuring a quieter and more comfortable shooting experience.

With a muzzle cap insert to accommodate various calibers, users can optimize the suppressor for their specific rifle setup. Constructed from lightweight titanium, the suppressor weighs just 10.3 ounces, measures 5.85 inches in length, and has a 1.73 inch diameter with an industry-standard hub mount.

“From the beginning, both Silencer Central and MeatEater had a shared vision for this suppressor,” said Brandon Maddox, CEO of Silencer Central. “It had to be lightweight, quiet, and reduce recoil – essential features for hunters. Our engineering team worked hand-in-hand with the MeatEater team on every aspect, from design to testing, and even down to the aesthetics, to ensure we delivered the best possible product. The result exceeded every expectation. I’m excited to take it into the field this season, and I know the MeatEater crew is just as eager to use it on their next hunt.”

The MeatEater by BANISH 30-caliber suppressor is available now with an MSRP of $1,299. To make a purchase or for more information visit Silencer Central’s website.

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