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Leidos and the U.S. Army Combat Capabilities Development Command (DEVCOM) Aviation and Missile Center’s (AvMC’s) Advanced Multilayered Mobile Force Protection (AM2FP) team demonstrated the successful operation of its Counter – small Unmanned Aerial System (C-sUAS) at the Maneuver and Fires Integration Experiment (MFIX) 2024. The AM2FP correctly tracked and identified 100 percent of the presented threats in the presence of clutter. No false negatives or positives were generated by the system during the MFIX flight tests. The AM2FP was the only C-sUAS system that demonstrated tracking and identification of single threats and swarms while operating on the move. The MFIX 2024 event brought together customers from the U.S. Army and Department of Defense to showcase new advancements and performance improvements in the C-UAS field. The AM2FP team improved its performance from last year’s demonstration while also highlighting an additional integration with the Army’s Forward Area Air Defense Command and Control (FAAD C2) architecture. Significant innovations in radar performance and threat discrimination were also validated using targets and design reference missions provided by the Government.During the Distinguished Visitor Day, the AM2FP team demonstrated multi-threat autonomous engagements and defeats. Simultaneously, radar and weapon status were reported to the FAAD C2 system. Leidos’ AM2FP work began under the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) Mobile Force Protection (MFP) program. The program featured a multi-layer defense architecture to defeat unauthorized drone intrusions over fixed-base military installations and on-the-move operations. To meet this need, Leidos developed several capabilities, including the Multifunction X-Band Radar (MXR), an X-Band Active Electronically Scanned Array (AESA) radar, and a system deploying two types of reusable interceptors. The AM2FP system was designed to autonomously track and disable enemy sUAS while minimizing the risk of collateral damage even in challenging and complex scenarios. Leidos also created the Co-axial Unmanned Guided Autonomous Rotorcraft (CUGAR). This highly reusable, low cost, low regret, low collateral, autonomous interceptor demonstrated the defeat of Group 1 and 2 sUAS threats. #military #defense #defence #militaryleakhttps://lnkd.in/gKaRD3AD

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The United States Marine Corps has taken a step forward in countering unmanned aircraft system (UAS) threats with the successful testing of the Marine Air Defence Integrated System (MADIS). In December, the Program Executive Officer Land Systems conducted a live-fire test at the Yuma Proving Ground in Arizona, during which the MADIS low-rate initial production model successfully engaged and destroyed several drones.Mounted on two Joint Light Tactical Vehicles, MADIS comprises a “fighting pair” – one vehicle equipped for detection and the other for attack. The system integrates multiple components, including radar systems, surface-to-air missiles, and command and control elements.During the test, MADIS successfully tracked and hit multiple targets using Stinger missiles and a 30mm cannon. The information was relayed through the Common Aviation Command and Control System, allowing the system to execute engagements while tracking other UAS targets.Read more here: https://lnkd.in/dHS-_d-q#USMC #marinecorps #MADIS #airdefence #CUAS #defence #military #industry #technology #Stinger #missile

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𝐓𝐚𝐢𝐰𝐚𝐧'𝐬 𝐀𝐝𝐯𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬 𝐢𝐧 𝐃𝐫𝐨𝐧𝐞 𝐃𝐞𝐟𝐞𝐧𝐬𝐞Recently Taiwanese military distributed new anti-drone weapon that fortifies the island nation's defenses against emerging threats. With a substantial investment of 4.6 billion New Taiwan dollars ($146 million), this program underscores Taiwan's commitment to modernizing its defense capabilities to counter evolving security challenges effectively. By equipping more than 40 military bases with this advanced technology, Taiwan aims to enhance its readiness and resilience against potential aerial intrusions, particularly amidst rising tensions in the region.The integration of the new anti-drone weapon with existing small arms demonstrates Taiwan's comprehensive approach to strengthening its drone defense capabilities. This multi-layered defense strategy reflects the recognition of the diverse and evolving nature of aerial threats in contemporary warfare. The necessity for Taiwan to revamp its defense strategies against UAVs was underscored by a notable incident involving an alleged Chinese unmanned aerial vehicle spying on the island nation. This event, along with other instances of illegal intrusions, prompted military officials and analysts to emphasize the imperative of enhancing Taiwan's ability to identify, track, and respond to aerial threats effectively. Picture by: AFP

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Raphael Company, in collaboration with the Ministry of Defense's MFA, successfully completed a successful trial of the SPYDER advanced air defense system in a new and unique configuration - All in One. The trial included intercepting a UAV in a challenging operational outline, the target was intercepted with a direct and accurate hit*Rafael Advanced Combat Systems Ltd. and PAAT (the Administration for the Development of Weapons and Technological Infrastructure) at the Ministry of Defense announce that they have completed a successful test of the advanced "Spider" air defense system in its unique and advanced SPYDER All in One configuration.The Spider system is an advanced air defense system manufactured by Rafael, which is in operational use by several armies around the world and provides defense solutionsaerial at different ranges and against a variety of aerial threats including drones, airplanes, helicopters and even tactical ballistic missiles (TBM). The system intercepts the threats using two families of interceptors manufactured by Rafael - Python (PYTHON) and Derby (Derby). Recently Rafael introduced a new configuration For the Spider system - the All-in-One configuration that uniquely offers a complete air defense system that includes: integral radar, electro-optical radar, advanced command and control system and Python and Derby interceptors all installed on only one vehicle. This configuration is a solution for defense Optimal aerial for point defense or as aerial defense against maneuvering forces - as part of a spider battery or in an independent deployment and operated by a minimal crew of operators.In an experiment conducted last week in Israel, a number of scenarios simulating existing and future threats were tested, during which the SPYDER All in One system intercepted a UAV in a challenging operational scenario with a direct and accurate hit.* Brigadier General Pinchas Jungman, senior vice president and head of the air defense division at Rafael*: "Rafael is a global expert and manufacturer of battle-proven air defense systems against complex threats and at various ranges. Among the leading Rafael systems currently in operational use in Israel And in the world - "Iron Dome", "Spider" and "David's Slingshot". The current trial of the SPYDER All in One system, which was conducted in collaboration with the Ministry of Defense, is another technological breakthrough that Rafael is leading in providing a high-quality operational response while adapting to evolving complex threats in the different arenas. This is an important milestone in the development of the system against various threats and a clear demonstration of the system's effectiveness in intercepting challenging threats from the ground. As a significant pillar of the country's security, Rafael will continue to develop advanced air defense solutions that incorporate the most innovative technology for the IDF as well as for its customers around the world."

Updates to Estonia's National Defense Development Plan (RKAK) will see the army's firepower increase as #Estonia procures new weapons systems and more ammunition. At the same time, several proposals by #EDF Commander Lt. Gen. Martin Herem did not make the cut due to budget constraints.Maj. Taavi Karotamm, head of the EDF Headquarters' press office, told #ERR that developing certain capabilities has been put on hold as recent and future defense spending concentrates on priority fields."Nevertheless, the capacities that did not recently make the cut are important and necessary, and we will look for ways to secure them as resources become available or in cooperation with allies. It is possible to postpone developing certain capacity because of allied support. We prioritized capabilities we need to have ourselves, where relying on allies would be insensible or impossible," Maj. Karotamm said.Follows a list of the EDF commander's national defense development proposals that were left out of the current budget.The army's spokesperson said that the items on the list are in no particular order.Division (high-level) and brigade drone defenseDrone defense capabilities would make it possible to counter enemy drone attacks more effectively. This would include systems used to detect and interfere with drone operations.That specific drone defense capabilities were left out of current defense plans does not mean the EDF lacks means to counter drones. Unmanned aircraft can be destroyed using existing systems, whether small arms or anti-aircraft guns.Division engineersOne of the EDF commander's proposals was to create an additional engineering battalion to increase units' protection, their ability to cover ground and the capacity of throwing up obstacles.Its makeup would have largely mirrored that of existing engineer units.Allies serving in Estonia and allied cooperation has already improved Estonia's engineering capabilities in the form of engineering tools and machinery, which capacity is set to be retained in the future.Joint Intelligence, surveillance, target acquisition and reconnaissance (JISTAR)JISTAR stands for detection and analysis of targets using various land, air, naval, cyber and other systems to facilitate making decisions, including attacks on target, based on integrated intelligence and surveillance info. The capability would lend expediency, integration and synchronicity to decision-making.Estonia already has a part of capabilities that would have to be developed as part of JISTAR. Allies can offer support in the form of various sensors, threat awareness and analysis.https://lnkd.in/dv3A4ggz

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AFRICOM has prioritized counter-drone systems in its $500 million unfunded priorities list. As the threat from drones increases globally, AFRICOM aims to enhance its defensive capabilities against such unmanned systems, underscoring the urgency of securing funding for these critical countermeasures. The emphasis on counter-drone technologies reflects a broader military strategy to adapt to emerging warfare tactics and the proliferation of drone use in various conflict zones around the world

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A New Year's Eve: Ukrainian Air Defenders Destroy 87 Attack Drones!!!As the world celebrated the arrival of 2024, Ukraine's skies were lit with more than just fireworks. In a remarkable feat of air defense, Ukrainian forces destroyed an unprecedented 87 out of 90 Shahed-type attack drones deployed by the enemy, marking a significant success in the ongoing conflict.The New Year's Eve Attack:The enemy launched a coordinated drone attack, utilizing the "Shahed" series of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs). This assault, unprecedented in its scale, originated from four different directions: Chauda, Balaclava in Crimea, Kursk, and Primorsko-Akhtarsk in Russia.The Scale of the Attack:A total of 90 Shahed-136/131 drones were launched. In addition, the enemy employed sophisticated weaponry, including four S-300 anti-aircraft guided missiles targeting the Kharkiv region, three anti-radar Kh-31P missiles, and one Kh-59 missile from the temporarily occupied territories of Kherson and Zaporizhzhia regions.Air Defense Response:In response to this massive aerial onslaught, air raid alarms were sounded across most Ukrainian regions, alerting citizens and activating air defense systems. The Ukrainian Air Force, including mobile fire units and anti-aircraft missile divisions, effectively countered the air attack.The Results:The defenders of the Ukrainian skies achieved a remarkable victory, destroying a record number of enemy drones, with 87 Shahed drones neutralized. This success underscored the effectiveness and readiness of Ukraine's air defense capabilities.This New Year's Eve will be remembered not only for the celebrations but for the resilience and determination of Ukraine's air defense forces. Their successful interception of a large-scale drone attack demonstrates Ukraine's unwavering commitment to defending its sovereignty and skies.Support for the Armed Forces:The unwavering spirit and skill of Ukraine's defenders continue to inspire. Their vigilance and strategic competence, particularly in this latest victory, emphasize the importance of ongoing support for the Ukrainian Armed Forces in their fight for freedom and security. Together, they stand firm with a resolute message: Support my next Mission.Glory to Ukraine! 🇺🇦✊

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NATIONAL HARBOR, Md. – Russia’s invasion of #Ukraine, now nearing the end of its second year, has ushered in a “new era of war” in which drones and electronic warfare are having outsize impacts, the secretary of the US Navy said.Both Russian and #Ukrainian militaries are employing unmanned aerial systems to scout, target and attack while simultaneously using jammers and spoofers to defend the skies above or the trenches they’ve dug. Thecat-and-mouse gameis deadly, with each side trying to outthink and outbuild the other.“The world around us is changing at a rapid pace, with an air of uncertainty as to what the future holds,” Carlos Del Toro said Dec. 12 at the Association of Old Crows conference in #Maryland. “For the U.S. and our NATO allies, the conflict in Ukraine reinforces the emphasis that we place on developing and maintaining a ready, interoperable combat power that is capable of fighting in contested environments, including the electromagnetic spectrum.”The U.S. Department of Defense ispouring billions of dollarsinto the development of drones, EW and a mix of the two.The Navy this year tested Lockheed Martin’s Advanced Off-Board Electronic Warfare pod, meant to be mounted aboard helicopters to detect and deceive anti-ship missiles, and separatetly linked what one commander described as “unmanned and unmanned” at the Integrated Battle Problem exercise in the waters off California.“We recognize that spectrum operations, in particular electronic warfare, with any potential or actual adversary, is a constant series of moves and countermoves to develop strategic, operational and tactical advantages in the battlespace,” Del Toro said. The Navy’s established EW efforts include the Growler aircraft, made by Boeing, and theSurface Electronic Warfare Improvement Program, or SEWIP, featuring contractors General Dynamics, Lockheed Martin and Northrop Grumman.Washington has committed both drones and EW equipment to Kyiv. While the Defense Department often discloses the makes and models of the former as they are shipped over seas, it does not publicly discuss the latter.Del Toro and other national-security officials met with UkrainianPresident Volodymyr Zelenskyythis week. Continued U.S. aid for the besieged country could soon dry up amid congressional disagreements.“He beseeched us, the entire United States government, to please help US Congress pass the supplemental that is being debated on Capitol Hill, hopefully over the next week or so,” Del Toro said said of Zelenskyy. “I cannot begin to tell you how incredibly important that is. We cannot simply afford to leave our allies and partners on the battlefield of Ukraine without the support that they so deserve.”

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#Euroradar CAPTOR is an advanced active electronically scanned array (AESA) radar system developed for the Eurofighter Typhoon combat aircraft. It is a collaborative effort by several European companies, including Leonardo, HENSOLDT, Indra, and Airbus Defence and Space.Here are some key features and capabilities of the Euroradar CAPTOR radar system:1. AESA Technology: CAPTOR utilizes AESA technology, which consists of a multitude of small solid-state transmit/receive modules that allow for electronic scanning and beamforming. This enables faster and more flexible radar operation compared to older mechanically scanned radar systems.2. Airborne Surveillance and Tracking: CAPTOR provides the Eurofighter Typhoon with comprehensive surveillance and tracking capabilities. It can detect and track a wide range of targets, including aircraft, missiles, and ground-based threats.3. Multi-Mode Capability: The radar system offers multiple operational modes, including air-to-air, air-to-ground, and sea surface search modes. This versatility allows the Eurofighter Typhoon to perform a wide range of missions effectively.4. Long-Range Detection: CAPTOR has the ability to detect and track targets at long ranges, providing the pilot with early warning and improved situational awareness.5. Track While Scan: The system can simultaneously track multiple targets while providing continuous scanning. This feature is critical in combat scenarios where there are multiple threats and the need for rapid response and target prioritization is paramount.6. Electronic Attack Capability: CAPTOR can be used for electronic attack purposes, employing electronic warfare techniques to disrupt or deceive enemy radar or communication systems.7. Network-Enabled Operations: The CAPTOR radar can seamlessly integrate into network-centric operations, allowing for real-time data exchange with other aircraft and ground-based systems. This enhances overall mission effectiveness and coordination.8. Growth Potential: The Euroradar CAPTOR radar system has a built-in growth path, allowing for potential upgrades and enhancements to meet evolving operational requirements.Overall, the Euroradar CAPTOR system provides the Eurofighter Typhoon with advanced radar capabilities, enhancing its air superiority, air-to-ground attack, and situational awareness capabilities in a wide range of missions and operational environments.#Radar #avionics

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The U.S. Navy and its partners and allies should leverage commercial unmanned technologies to increase the survivability of afloat assets in the face of unmanned and cruise missile threats. These platforms can be found somewhere in between therobust and expensiveones currently being pursued, particularly within theunmanned surface vesselspace, and the mass-produced, “cheap” options championed by theReplicator initiative. - Unmano a ManoThe platforms successes, if only disruptive, enjoyed by the Houthis and Ukraine have demonstrated the potential of low-complexity drone and missile attacks. These will have far-reaching implications beyond the Black and Red Seas. Now the most powerful militaries in the world are pursuing both commercially available and more complex, developed unmanned systems. - The U.S. Navy in particular should not wholesale abandon plans for large and medium unmanned surface vessels, but it should reconsider the cost. Robust platforms range from $35 million to over$100 millioneach, while smaller platforms deployed by manned ships are much cheaper. Effective execution ofdistributed maritime operationsin the high-end fight is reliant upon the enhancement of not only magazine capacity, but also the survivability of key platforms while extending intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance and electronic warfare capabilities and effects againstadversarial forces. However, fully autonomous systems can now operate in an integrated fashion with afloat vessels in a force protection role. Akin to the fixed-wing centricloyal wingman drones,unmanned surface vessels should be designed to escort and enhance the capabilities of manned ships, especially within the electronic warfare, counter-explosive unmanned surface vessel, and integrated air missile defense realms. - Ukraine demonstrates the dangerous capability of cruise missile and lethal unmanned platforms. The U.S. Navy and its allies should be prepared. To do so, they should explore using cheap, commercially available surface and aerial drones in a defensive role that enhances the survivability of independent warships, strike groups, and merchant freighters alike. https://lnkd.in/eGghuZpU

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