Share with your friendsFor decades, the technological level of China’s defence equipment has been catching up with the Western world. In certain areas, China may have even surpassed the West. An important aspect of defence materials is that their quality
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Share with your friendsThe future battlefield is evolving into a digital, cyber-physical realm where combat in the radio spectrum will play a pivotal role. While fiber-optic networks will become essential for secure communication, mobile radio systems remain indispensable for frontline
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Share with your friendsA new modular mortar system Tremos by Patria combines the advantages of the different mortar systems, combining mobility, cost-effectiveness, and the possibility to rapidly transform existing mortar systems to mobile firing units – without the need for
Share with your friendsEurope’s defence isn’t just a matter of armed forces and willpower—it’s about resources. Decades of reliance on free trade have endangered the continent’s mineral security, leaving it vulnerable in a world where strategic control of raw materials
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Share with your friendsHypervelocity, as defined by the U.S. Army, refers to a projectile leaving the muzzle of an artillery weapon at over 3,500 ft/s (1,067 m/s) or a tank cannon at more than 3,350 ft/s (1,021 m/s). It’s important
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Share with your friendsThe rise of artificial intelligence in military decision-making is transforming modern warfare, from battlefield operations to strategic planning. One fact stands clear: the West must adapt and advance its AI capabilities to stay ahead of competing, challenging
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Share with your friendsExplosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) is an inherently dangerous field. It requires substantial protection for the specialists involved. Despite being cumbersome and causing heat fatigue, EOD suits can only provide limited protection against small explosives. Naturally, the level
Share with your friendsMines are traditionally viewed as defensive weapons designed to deny access to certain areas, slow down advancing forces, or protect strategic positions. However, in modern warfare, the use of mines has evolved. They have also been employed
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Share with your friendsStrategic attacks targeting critical infrastructure such as power grids, data networks, and water supply systems have become a significant threat. The ability to monitor and protect these assets continuously and comprehensively is crucial for maintaining national security.
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Share with your friendsAnti-personnel landmines pose a serious threat to modern soldiers, leading to amputations and even fatalities. These mines also cause devastation among civilian populations long after conflicts end. To counter this danger, manufacturers have developed anti-mine blast boots.
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