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R&D Project Award from Five-Eyes Government for DroneShield

April 3rd, 2024

DroneShield has been awarded an approximately $900k R&D contract from a Five-Eyes Government. The contract is notable in that it specifically aims to leverage the potential of the DroneSentry-X Mk2 and aims to provide an initial set of software tools to enhance end-user capabilities in the Counter-UAS Electronic Attack domain.

Anechoic chamber of the type to be installed in the DroneShield Sydney facility in mid 2024

This contract aligns closely with DroneShield’s current technology roadmap. Software controlled multi-channel wide band disruption allows for not only optimised channel management, frequency management, power usage and optimisation but also the addition of custom waveforms targeted at various threats.

Advancements in drone protocols designed to move away from RF interference as well as work in high noise, high clutter environments means that traditional methods of disruption may become less effective over time. With a software approach to disruption the ability to adapt the disruption to stay one step ahead of the technology has become paramount of successful disruption systems.

Angus Bean, DroneShield CTO, commented: “DroneShield’s radio frequency jamming capability has been recognised globally as highly effective in defeating nefarious drones. This new contract highlights that the DroneSentry-X Mk2 is a step-function in smart-jamming capabilities. We are looking forward to delivering on the capabilities the Defense users are looking for.”

Oleg Vornik, DroneShield CEO, added: “DroneShield products are considered to be market leading by many governments around the world. We pride ourselves on setting the global benchmark. This new contract represents the start of an entirely new generation of disruption capabilities.”

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The Objective by SIG SAUER: The Official Go-To Resource on Military Small Arms

April 3rd, 2024

NEWINGTON, N.H., (April 3, 2024) – SIG SAUER is proud to officially launch The Objective; the go-to industry resource for cutting-edge innovation in the world of military small arms technology. This official blog from SIG SAUER is purposed to showcase the work of the SIG Defense team and the elite Special Weapons Group within SIG SAUER whose sole mission is to develop, innovate, and deliver groundbreaking SIG products.

The Objective is poised to feature stories on topics that include the development of the MCX-SPEAR and SIG-LMG, which are now fielded as the U.S. Army’s XM7 and XM250 Next Generation Squad Weapons; the M17 and M18 pistols, designed and manufactured by SIG for the Modular Handgun System with over 500,000 fielded and adopted by all branches of the U.S. military; and the ongoing development of the SIG-MMG 338, Medium Machine Gun, for the elite warriors of our nation’s Special Operations Command – and that’s just the start.

Through insightful topics that illuminate the world of weapon development The Objective will deliver unparalleled content about the cutting-edge world of military small arms technology direct from the team that is reshaping the modern battlefield through innovation.

Hitting The Objective the first post in the series is now available at sigsauer.com.

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The Guss from Ferro Concepts

April 3rd, 2024

Meet the Gas Mask / Utility Storage Sleeve from Ferro Concepts. It is ambidextrous with shock cord openings at both ends and be carried in a multitude of ways. If the 6×3 MOLLE section isn’t your thing, you can run it with the included strap that is quickly attached and detached via a split bar buckle on each side of the strap. Additionally, The Guss comes with their new Hangboard attachment that converts The Guss into a Dangler.

Offered in MultiCam, MultiCam Black, Coyote, Ranger Green, and Black.

ferroconcepts.com/products/guss-gas-mask-storage-sleeve

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Call for Articles: Military Review Special Edition on Irregular Warfare

April 3rd, 2024

Army University Press and the US Army John F. Kennedy Special Warfare Center and School invite submissions for a special edition of Military Review focused on Irregular Warfare. They’re looking for insights from academia and the field to expand the understanding of IW. Topics include policy, training, future trends, digital age effects, space, cyber, and more.

Deadline: 15 May 2024

Submit to: usasoc.milreview.submissions.shdmbx@socom.mil

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Reptilia Saddle Mount for Elcan and Micro

April 3rd, 2024

Reptilia designed this mount for use with the Elcan SpecterDR 1.5-6x and 1-4x Optical Sights at the request of Machine Gunners who wanted to piggyback a MRDS for close-in work.

Compatible with:

Aimpoint® – Micro R-1, H-1, H-2, T-1, T-2, CompM5
Sig Sauer® – ROMEO4 , ROMEO5 & ROMEO-MSR
Vortex Optics® – Crossfire®, Spitfire®, Sparc® I & II
Primary Arms® – Classic Series Gen II, SLx Advanced Rotary Knob Microdot, & SLx Compact 1×20 Prism Scope – ACSS-Cyclops
Holosun® Technologies – HS403(not HS403A), HE403, HS503, HE503, HS515, HE515, & HE530.

Available in Black and FDE.

reptiliacorp.com/product/saddle-mount-for-elcan-aimpoint-micro-t2

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Ocean State Innovations and Propex Furnishing Solutions Unveil CURV Tactical: A Game-Changer in Tactical Gear

April 3rd, 2024

Ocean State Innovations (OSI) has teamed up with Propex Furnishing Solutions to introduce CURV® Tactical, a groundbreaking addition to the world of tactical gear. Available in .5mm, .7mm, .9mm, and 1.4mm thicknesses, CURV® Tactical features a matte black finish and boasts superior lamination through Propex’s proprietary manufacturing process.

What sets CURV® Tactical apart is its exceptional versatility. It can be sewn through, laser cut, and thermoformed, offering users unmatched customization options. Despite its lightweight structure, CURV® Tactical is incredibly durable, making ideal for the rigors of military and law enforcement operations.

“This collaboration represents a fusion of advanced materials and manufacturing expertise” said Geoff Senko from OSI. “CURV® Tactical delivers superior performance and versatility, empowering professionals to excel in their missions.”

Notably, CURV® Tactical is also remarkably cost-effective compared to industry standards, ensuring that agencies can equip their personnel with high-quality gear without exceeding budget constraints.

The partnership between OSI and Propex underscores a commitment to innovation and excellence. As military and law enforcement agencies worldwide seek cutting-edge solutions, CURV® Tactical stands ready to meet -and exceed- their expectations, setting a new standard for tactical gear.

Contact:

Geoff Senko, SVP of Sales

OCEAN STATE INNOVATIONS

Office 401-293-5500 Mobile 440-670-9421

Web osinnovate.com

Email curv@osinnovate.com

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Inside a Civil Air Patrol SAR Mission

April 3rd, 2024

ARLINGTON, Va. (AFNS) —

On Feb. 6, five Marines aboard a CH-53E Super Stallion helicopter belonging to the U.S. Marine Corps’ 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing were reported “overdue” while en route to San Diego, sparking a search and rescue mission for the missing service members.

The search efforts included members of Civil Air Patrol, who along with firefighters and other state, federal and local agencies located the aircraft the next day. Unfortunately, all five Marines on board were confirmed deceased.

“The night of the crash, we were alerted to the missing aircraft and spun up resources to find it,” said Lt. Col. Steven DeFord, incident commander for CAP’s California Wing. “Due to the bad weather in the area, we activated two aircraft from Arizona and got a ground search team to begin a search.”

DeFord explained members of CAP’s National Radar Analysis Team quickly found a radar track for the missing helicopter and gave the teams a helpful last-known position, which was roughly 300 feet away from the actual crash site. CAP began sharing the data with search parties within 30 minutes.

NRAT’s mission is to “shorten the crash to rescue time” by using advanced technologies and data sources developed by the experienced team. Once this team is activated, analysis and actionable data can be provided to others in minutes.

“With our analysis team’s 15 years of experience, and our team-built tools, we’ve become very skilled at analyzing radar data to determine where a probable crash site is located,” said Lt. Col. John C. Henderson, NRAT vice commander.

During the search, 35 CAP volunteers from across Nevada, Arizona and California collaborated to find the aircraft. The Air Force Rescue Coordination Center, located at Tyndall Air Force Base, Florida, was responsible for alerting local CAP agencies, allowing the Air Force to mediate between the other state and federal agencies on scene.

“We had two liaison officers interfacing with the numerous other agencies to coordinate our response,” DeFord added. “CAP provided radar forensics and ground electronic search capabilities, while other agencies provided mobility support and a location for a joint incident command post.”

Founded in 1941 and established as the official civilian auxiliary of the U.S. Air Force seven years later, Civil Air Patrol is chartered by Congress as a nonprofit organization for the purposes of youth development, aerospace education, and to promote general aviation. In an auxiliary role as a Total Force partner of the Air Force, CAP operates the world’s largest fleet of single-engine aircraft for search and rescue, disaster relief, training, and education. The all-volunteer force is made up of more than 66,000 members nationally.

The California Wing engages in multiple exercises weekly, aiding mission partners such as the U.S. Coast Guard by flying multiple aircraft throughout the state to ensure direction-finding coverage to support their lifesaving missions. Additionally, its volunteers stand by to support in-state and federal search and rescue missions looking for emergency location transmitters and missing persons.

No matter the outcome, CAP and its volunteers work alongside the Air Force to provide trained search and rescue professionals and crash data analytics to quickly respond to any event to which they’re called.

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Kickstarter’s Soviet Weapons of the Afghan War Is In Its Final Week!

April 2nd, 2024

Written by Vlad Besedovskyy of Safar Publishing, “Soviet Weapons of the Afghan War” chronicles the arsenals that the Soviet Union developed and deployed to Afghanistan.

“Soviet Weapons of the Afghan War” is a meticulously researched and visually captivating book that dives deep into the arsenal that played a pivotal role in the conflict. Unlike other books on firearms, we are not focusing on the characteristic tables and manufacturing details, but instead we write about the practical use of the weapons. A substantial amount of effort was devoted to the examination of memoirs and conducting interviews with veterans in pursuit of the completion of this publication.

Get yours on Kickstarter before they are no longer available.

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