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The BaseLantern from BioLite

May 19th, 2016

BioLite has introduced a new technology to Kickstarter called the BaseLantern.

The BaseLantern is four times smaller than competitive lights yet incorporates bluetooth control and analytics high are used to create a miniature smartgrid built for outdoor environments. BioLite offers several different lighting options that can all connected.

BioLite also introduced a new technology to their devices called Edge-Lighting. It’s the same principle found in fiber optics which enables them to wrap their lenses tightly around the battery and LEDs, getting rid of the cavernous spaces typically found in lanterns.

Here are some features of this smartgrid.

1) Proximity Activation: The BaseLantern can geolocate to users and automatically turn itself off or on based on your relative proximity. It’s your very own beacon, clutch for hiking back to camp late-night.

2) Energy Feedback: When you’re outdoors and away from an outlet, managing your battery life is critical. The App gives you runtime right down to the minute and calibrates in real-time according to brightness settings and if you’re charging any external devices. No guess how much juice is left and you can optimize burntimes to last the length of your trip.

3) Color Spectrum Control: You can adjust the warmth of your light for task or ambience settings, turn it to red for night vision, or cycle through full colors if you’re looking to have a little fun. It all happens from an intuitive dial display that requires no learning curve.

4) Light Extension: The BaseLantern can integrate with BioLite SiteLights, compact string-lighting, and create an even wider perimeter of light, lighting large communal areas or utilizing a hub-and-spoke setup to light individual sites.

www.kickstarter.com/projects/biolite/biolite-baselantern-smartgrid-goes-off-grid

INVISIO Receives SEK 9 Million Order From Existing Customer Within NATO

May 19th, 2016

Stockholm, May 18, 2016

INVISIO (IVSO) has received a new order for communications systems and accessories from an existing customer within NATO. The order value amounts to approximately SEK 9 million and delivery is scheduled for the second half of 2016.

“The new order from the customer is a clear indicator of confidence in INVISIO’s solutions and expertise to protect the wearer’s hearing and secure means of communication in extreme Environments”, says Lars Højgård Hansen, CEO of INVISIO.

The order includes communications system with headsets for use with a radio. The system ensures a good hearing protection while the wearer is able to communicate and maintain situational awareness.

www.invisio.com

ASA Range Day – Daniel Defense 32 Round Magazine

May 19th, 2016

Although it is seeing its industry debut at the NRA Show this week, the new Daniel Defense 32 Round 5.56 Magazine will be available in stores the second week of June.

www.danieldefense.com

Arc’teryx LEAF – Assault FR Shirt and Pant

May 19th, 2016

Arc’teryx LEAF offers an FR version of their Assault Shirt and Pant in Tencate Defender-M fabric printed in MultiCam. These incorprate the same features as their NYCO counterparts.

Assault Shirt FR


FEATURES:
-Low profile hybrid collar with button and Velcro® closure shields neck or can be worn open
-Mesh vents under arms allow air flow under personal protective equipment
-Removable, articulated, soft elbow pads fit into integrated pockets
-Cuff button closures allow for rolled up sleeves in warm conditions
-Two secure upper arm pockets with daisy chain hard points
-4×4.5 Velcro® upper arm identification patches with V-Lite™ retention ring

Sizes: XS, S, M, L, XL, XXL

Assault Pant FR

FEATURES:
-Adjustable waist adds sizing flexibility of 2.5”/6cm
-Belt loops fit H-150 Rigger’s Belt or E-220 Rigger’s Harness
-Internal knee cap sleeve fits removable soft knee pads or LEAF knee caps
-Two hand pockets with internal knife pocket; two seat pockets; two thigh dump cargo pockets with daisy chain hard points
-Velcro® ankle cuff closure seals over boots

Sizes: XS, S, M, L, XL, XXL

The entire Arc’teryx LEAF line will be on display during SOFIC in the Campbell Private Room at the Embassy Suites, across from the convention center (above the Starbucks).

Cubic to Feature Advanced Training and C4ISR Solutions for Special Operations Forces at SOFIC 2016

May 19th, 2016

Cubic Global Defense to demonstrate wide range of solutions to fulfill Special Operations Command requirements

SAN DIEGO – May 19, 2016 – Cubic Global Defense (CGD), a business unit of Cubic Corporation (NYSE: CUB), today announced it will showcase advanced training from NEK Services in addition to comprehensive Command, Control, Communications, Computers, Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance (C4ISR) solutions for current and future Special Operations Command (SOCOM) requirements at the Special Operations Forces Industry Conference (SOFIC) held in Tampa, Florida from May 23 – 26. With the theme, “Evolving the Network to Counter Emerging Threats,” SOFIC provides a forum for military, including partner nations, government, academia and industry stakeholders to network and discuss how to best support global Special Operations Forces (SOF).

Cubic will highlight capabilities from NEK, a service line of CGD, which offers highly specialized training services as well as special and low-vis communications and training to a broad customer base, including the U.S. and partner nations’ defense, security and SOF. Cubic will also showcase its end-to-end C4ISR capabilities including “network on-the-move,” real-time Full Motion Video (FMV) management, Satellite Communications (SATCOM) and Cross-Domain (XD) solutions. Enhanced training solutions for SOF operators such as the Social Media Replication Tool and Virtual Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance (V-ISR) will also be featured at the show. In addition, industry partners Information Assurance Specialists, Echo Analytics Group and Cockleshell Corporation will be onsite to demonstrate how their capabilities integrate with Cubic’s comprehensive solutions.

“SOF operators face threats in an ever-changing environment and need specialized training for increased mission readiness,” said Bill Toti, president of Cubic Global Defense. “Cubic is focused on delivering customers training and communications products that offer interoperability, while addressing the present and future challenges faced not only by U.S SOCOM but also the global SOF network.”

Cubic will demonstrate the following training, technologies and C4ISR solutions during SOFIC:
·Specialized SOF training and communications: NEK offers advanced special operations skills in addition to exercise design and support for defense and security institutions and units. Non-standard communications training and technology integration capabilities will also be featured.
·Real-Time FMV and networking solutions: TeraLogics’ cloud-based Unified Video® streaming software pairs real-time FMV and sensor metadata with geospatial imagery to create insight and generate actionable intelligence. DTECH Labs, which designs, manufactures and integrates diverse networking solutions, will host TeraLogics’ Unified Video through their stackable and secure Mobile Modular Micro-Secure Enclave (M3-SE) systems.
·SATCOM terminals: GATR’s ultra-portable antenna technology enables comparable performance to rigid deployable antennas of similar size, but with up to 85 percent reduction in the logistical size and weight, giving an operational and transportability advantage to both government and commercial industries.
·XD solutions: Cubic’s cross-domain transfer appliances include a full range of accredited and deployed solutions. These appliances address the critical need to transfer all classification levels of data, insuring fast, secure, reliable and cost-efficient cross-domain data management.
·V-ISR: Intific’s virtual ISR capabilities are developed with the intention to train analysts for potential real-world missions, unfamiliar scenarios and complex integrated multi-discipline events.
·Social Media Replication Toolkit: Intific’s visualization tool replicates the chaos, tempo and dynamic environment and landscape of the social media domain to enable training in a safe, secure and closed network.

Attendees can visit Cubic at the Skyway Meeting Room, Embassy Suites, across from the Tampa Convention Center for full viewing of all capabilities. Cubic subsidiaries’ GATR (booth #1235) and DTECH (booth #1524) will be featured in the main convention center.

Cubic will also be holding a silent auction to support the SOCOM community on Tuesday, May 24 at 6:00 p.m. EDT in the Skyway Meeting Room. Proceeds will benefit 501(c)(3) non-profit organizations T.F. Dagger Foundation and Teen Research Underwater Explorers (T.R.U.E).

Follow Cubic Global Defense at @CubicDefense and join the conversation with #CubicC4ISR and #SOFIC.

Magpul Clothing – Are You Ready?

May 19th, 2016

I sure as heck am!

www.magpul.com/products/apparel

Thyrm – Back The Blue Badge Campaign Raises Funds For NLEOMF

May 19th, 2016

Thyrm has introduced a limited edition blue color for their popular SwitchBack and Cell Vault products. Their Back The Blue Badge Campaign raises awareness of the sacrifices of the law enforcement community and for each purchase, Thyrm will donate $5 to the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Fund.

thyrm.com/product/back-the-badge-blue-products

SNIPE-IR – New Clip-On Thermal Sight from IR Defense

May 19th, 2016

Auburn, CA- IR Defense has designed the SNIPE-IR™, a new clip-on thermal weapon sight. The sights many distinct advantages including operational technologies and durability make it ideal for 24-hour use. A 640×480, 12um micron sensor provides for clear imagery and a fast 60hz frame rate keeps up with on the move targeting.



The SNIPE-IR was specifically designed to perform with the 4×32 ACOG and works great with 3x and 4x day optics as well as a large range of variable rifle sights. The compact design allows the SNIPE-IR to fit perfectly in front of your optical day sight. Separate modes allow the system to also be used as a hybrid or as a stand-alone making the SNIPE-IR a very adaptable sight. The hybrid mode allows for a full frame images for better picture quality for better accuracy and target identification. New features of the SNIPE-IR such as the No Shot Zero makes any final calibrations or adjustments simple with step-by-step user instructions that are displayed on the screen and guide you through the complete sight in procedure. This ensures the user has boresight even when attached for the first time.

The system has been ergonomically designed so that the digital display fits perfectly into your sight picture. All controls on the SNIPE-IR are easy to access and intuitive for such an advanced platform. An easy to maneuver thumb stick controls the menu options on the SNIPE-IR.

An additional new feature of the SNIPE-IR is an integrated TAPS tactical pressure switch which can control all the basic functions from anywhere on the weapon. The option of a standard D-LOC mini weapon mount or the Wilcox Flip Mount for tactical users is available.

Many of the proven features of IR-Defense’s REAP-IR have been integrated into the SNIPE-IR including polarity and zoom modes, image capture and Digital Focus Control (DFC). The OLED Emagin micro display is used on the SNIPE-IR guaranteeing superior image quality even in smoke, dust or dark conditions. Mil-Spec construction ensures the durability of the SNIPE-IR. As with all IR Defense thermal sights the SNIPE-IR is designed and manufactured in the U.S.A.

IR Defense has the leading line up of thermal weapon sights and thermal monoculars that are designed to meet the demands of the warfighter. Every system is assembled with the upmost care and precision to ensure you get a fully qualified device that you can trust your life to.