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ADS C4ISR Vehicle Concept Demonstrator – Part I – Overview

Tuesday, July 15th, 2014

During Warrior Expo, ADS Inc exhibited a new concept demonstrator that integrates C4ISR technologies directly into a lightly armored vehicle based on the legacy uparmored HMMWV. For those unfamiliar, C4ISR includes Command, Control, Communications, Computers as well as Intelligence, Surveillance and and Reconnaissance capabilities. It’s not that this is a dedicated command and control vehicle or even a scout vehicle but rather, ADS recognizes that over the last 10 years, there has been a boom in the deployment of new C4ISR technologies. The real hurdle is delivering this disparate information to the end user and then, making sense of all of it.

ADS teamed with Granite Tactical Vehicles, FLIR, Harris and SYNEXXUS. Everything here is Commercial-Off-The-Shelf. It’s just been configured in such a way that the whole is greater than the sum of its individual components.

If you were at Warrior East, I hope you had a chance to check out this vehicle. If not, ADStv created three video segments that we will use to show what it’s all about. Below, John Fristachi from ADS of ADS discusses the project.

To learn more contact ADS Inc.

Tags: ADS Inc, FLIR, Granite Tactical Vehicles, Harris, SYNEXXUS, Warrior Expo East
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Warrior East – Garmin

Thursday, July 10th, 2014

Garmin has a couple of items that will be of interest to SSD readers.

First up is the tactix, a tactical training GPS watch. Sure, it’s a watch, but it’s also a GPS device that allows you to drop up to 10,000 breadcrumb points and 1,000 TracBack points meaning it vectors you to return to the point of origin. The tactix also offers barometric altimeter and electronic 3D compass. As a watch the battery lasts for 5 weeks, with sensors, you’re at 3 weeks. When you enable GPS, it goes to 50 hours. But, you can recharge via USB. Waterproof to 50m, night vision readable and integrates preloaded tidal data and Jumpmaster software.

Second is the VIRB Elite. It’s a GPS and wi-fi enabled HD action camera. The VIRB offers true HD at 1080p with a 16MP CMOS sensor. It also interfaces with an iOS or Android app that allows you to control it remotely. In addition to GPS stamp, you can also record barometer and G-load data.

As always, I prefer to purchase my Garmin products for personal use I go to www.strohmanenterprise.com. Unit and agencies contact www.ADSinc.com.

Tags: Garmin, Strohman Enterprise, Warrior Expo East
Posted in Digitization, Sensors, Warrior Expo, Watches | 5 Comments »

Crimson Trace Releases Two New Glock Exclusive Lasers

Saturday, July 5th, 2014

Crimson Trace has expanded their line of laser lighting systems to include two new products for Glock compact semi-automatic pistols. The two new sights – the LG-639 red diode and LG-639G green diode – are designed to work specifically with the 3rd Gen Glock 19, 23, 25, 32, and 38 models. They utilize Crimson Trace’s patented Instinctive Activation on the rear of the grip as well as a master on/off switch. Each unit is easily adjusted for windage and elevation, and can be installed without the use of special gunsmithing tools. These two lasers join the recently released LG-443, which is designed specifically for the Glock 42.

The LG-639 and LG-639G are currently available in stores and on the Crimson Trace website.

www.crimsontrace.com

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Posted in Sensors, weapons | 2 Comments »

SureFire – X400 Ultra – Green Laser

Thursday, June 26th, 2014

SureFire’s X400 Ultra weaponlight integrates a white light with a max output of 500 lumens with a green laser with a max output of 5 mW. Activating the X400 Ultra is done by using the ambidextrous switch at the rear of the body. An additional rear switch allows for the activation of the light and laser separately or together. The body of the X400 Ultra is constructed from high-strength aerospace aluminum with Mil-Spec anodizing and impact-resistant polymer; O-ring and gasket sealed for weatherproofing.

The X400 Ultra is capable of a 1.5 hour ‘Tactical Runtime’ on 2 123A batteries.

The SureFire X400 Ultra – Green Laser starts shipping in July and is currently available for pre-order.

I’ve got one and it rocks!

www.surefire.com/x400u-a-ultra-green-led-weaponlight

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Posted in Lights, Sensors | 9 Comments »

U.S. Marine Corps Ocular Interruption (OI) Program Contract Awarded to B.E. Meyers & Co. Inc. as part of $49M IDIQ Solicitation

Monday, June 16th, 2014

June 16, 2014 (Redmond, WA) – B.E. Meyers & Co. Inc. is proud to announce the United States Marine Corps Systems Command (MARCORSYSCOM) has awarded them a contract for the GLARE RECOIL (http://bemeyers.com/product/glare-recoil/) in support of the Ocular Interruption (OI) Program. The GLARE® RECOIL joins the established GLARE® product line of non-lethal green lasers that have helped evolve escalation of force protocols over the last 10 years. With over 36,000 hail and warning lasers fielded since 2004, the GLARE® product line is the most widely deployed system in service across the DoD.

MARCORSYSCOM met with B.E. Meyers & Co. Inc. in Redmond, WA last week to discuss future deliveries and technology advancements by B.E. Meyers & Co. as part of the official post-award conference.

“B.E. Meyers’ reputation as a technology innovator and industry leader in non-lethal laser capabilities now benefits the Corps, and we are proud to be able to provide to them with the appropriate equipment to meet the challenges of the modern battlefield”, said Mike Alvis, CEO of B.E. Meyers & Co. Inc. “The GLARE series of products have a proven track record of helping determine threats on the battlefield as well as saving lives. The GLARE® RECOIL will provide U.S. Marines in convoys, checkpoints, and during port security operations with the best technology available to ensure the safety of the Marine on watch as well as the host-nation populace.”

In 2011, B.E. Meyers & Co. Inc. was awarded the contract for the Army’s Green Laser Interdiction System (GLIS) Program through PEO Soldier as well as multiple other deliveries to all branches of the U.S. Military. The GLARE® RECOIL joins the GLARE® LA/9-P, GLARE® MOUT Plus, GLARE® MOUT, GLARE® Enforcer, and GBD-IIIC family of combat-proven green laser ocular interruption devices.

MARCORSYSCOM in Quantico, VA is the procurement entity for the United States Marine Corps non-lethal capabilities, and will service the requirements of this program with B.E. Meyers & Co. Inc. to the greatest benefit of the U.S. Government, the Corps, and the Marine in the fight. The Ocular Interruption (OI) System solicitation number is M67854-13-R-1040.

bemeyers.com

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Posted in Contracts, Sensors | 3 Comments »

TrackingPoint Labs – Shotview App & Wearable Technology

Thursday, June 5th, 2014

TrackingPoint recent released a video demonstrating how their networked tracking scope technology can be integrated with wearable technology such as Google Glass to view and make accurate shots around corners, in unsupported positions, and around barricades.

tracking-point.com/labs

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Posted in Sensors, weapons | 3 Comments »

PRG Defense – June Sale

Thursday, June 5th, 2014

Potomac River Group is holding a June Sale on the RAPTAR ES and RAPTAR-Lite ES. Both are Class-1 (eye safe), weapon mountable, multi-function illumination devices with IR capabilities. They’re both going for roughly 40% off, so take advantage of the pricing while you can. Pricing is good through June 30th, 2014. Call 703-771-3003 to place an order.

www.prgdefense.com

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Posted in Lights, Sensors | 8 Comments »

Morovision – MV/PVS-14

Thursday, May 29th, 2014

The MV/PVS-14 is a new PVS-14 from L3 based on the AN/PVS-14 fielded by the US Military. This particular NVD can be mounted to a .308 firearm thanks to L3’s unfilmed, Mil-Spec (OMNI VIII) tube, which can withstand the recoil of a .308 round. The NV/PVS-14 has been shown to have an operational life of 20,000-30,000 hours. Lasts 40 hours on a single AA battery.

Additional Specifications

Resolution – 64 Ip/mm (Min)
Magnification – 1x
Field of View – 40º
Objective Lens – f/1.2
Diopter Adjustment – +4 to -6

morovision.com/shop/mvpvs-14

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