Armed forces need to evolve like science, continuously. We are constantly reassessing, Bryan Wells, the Chief Scientist at NATO reminded in Helsinki. NATO has 400 scientific projects underway with a global network of about 5000 scientists. ”From a scientific and technical perspective, a key lesson learned from the Russian-Ukrainian war is the range of capabilities
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Finnish technology company Insta released recently its new Insta Steel Eagle drone, which is introduced for the first time at Defence & Security Equipment International (DSEI) exhibition, in London on September 12th -15th. Insta Steel Eagle is new, unique and effective unmanned aerial vehicle defence solution. It is an explosive charge and a drone, a
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Composite helmet is the best choice for an average soldier when protecting from small and fast fragments. Light weight makes them very ergonomic. Finland manufactures excellent composite helmets.
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Technological development of radars and communication systems will cause hard times for Electric Warfare systems, as library-based electronic support is too slow and current intelligent jammers not intelligent enough for the dynamic battle space of the future. M.Sc., Lic.Tech, Dr.Tech h.c., GSO, Colonel Jyri Kosola, R&T Director, Finnish Defence Forces Electromagnetic waves have been exploited
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Jorma J. Jussila Ph.D. Writing weapons and ammunition requirement specifications is not as easy as writing to Santa Claus. These papers serve multiple purposes in organizations authorized to use lethal force. Tactical requirements are paramount. From legal and human rights angle the specification must show that constraints are obeyed. Occupational health and safety issues must
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The heavy tractor does not sound sexy nor get big headlines, even when it’s big business in defence industry. Rheinmetall told at the end of May that the company had received an order from the German armed forces – Bundeswehr – to supply another 57 heavy tractor units – a contract worth over €50 million.
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Speed and performance with accuracy. Estonian Milrem proceeds on creating situational awareness, unmanned systems and robotics. Future is here. Ability to fast and accurate decision making is disruptive – vital – competence in modern battlefield. But it is not possible to reach this essential requirement without proper situational awareness. The iMUGS Consortium led by small
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