An Iranian Ballistic Missile Hit Israel. We Got a Peek Inside Its 'Brain'
(haaretz.com)
Printed circuit boards like those found in washing machines. Soldering done by hand. Limited production quality. What can we learn from the Iranian missile attacks – and how accurate are they?
Printed circuit boards like those found in washing machines. Soldering done by hand. Limited production quality. What can we learn from the Iranian missile attacks – and how accurate are they?
NATO, Ukraine hold emergency talks after Russia's new hypersonic missile attack
(apnews.com)
NATO and Ukraine to hold emergency talks after Russia’s attack with new hypersonic missile
NATO and Ukraine to hold emergency talks after Russia’s attack with new hypersonic missile
Russian ballistic missile attack on Ukraine portends new era of warfare
(arstechnica.com)
Two days ago, Russian President Vladimir Putin announced a change in the country's policy for employing nuclear weapons in conflict. Then, on Thursday, Russia attacked the Ukrainian city of Dnipro with a new type of ballistic missile capable of one day delivering multiple nuclear warheads to distant targets with little warning.
Two days ago, Russian President Vladimir Putin announced a change in the country's policy for employing nuclear weapons in conflict. Then, on Thursday, Russia attacked the Ukrainian city of Dnipro with a new type of ballistic missile capable of one day delivering multiple nuclear warheads to distant targets with little warning.
Drone-zapping laser weapons now effective (and cheap) reality
(theconversation.com)
A single burst of light is precisely aimed at a tiny drone flying at breakneck speed far in the distance. Instants later, the deactivated drone crashes into the sea. Not a sound made, no human casualties, no messy explosions. A lethal, multimillion-dollar drone cleanly taken out by a shot that cost less than a good bottle of wine.
A single burst of light is precisely aimed at a tiny drone flying at breakneck speed far in the distance. Instants later, the deactivated drone crashes into the sea. Not a sound made, no human casualties, no messy explosions. A lethal, multimillion-dollar drone cleanly taken out by a shot that cost less than a good bottle of wine.
Ukraine Shows U.S. How to Beat China in Drone Battery Wars
(forbes.com)
Batteries are fueling drone warfare. Reconnaissance quadcopters with a half-hour of flying time require a constant supply of freshly recharged batteries to keep going. Bomber drones eat up similar numbers. FPV drones are shipped with batteries that weigh more than the drones themselves.
Batteries are fueling drone warfare. Reconnaissance quadcopters with a half-hour of flying time require a constant supply of freshly recharged batteries to keep going. Bomber drones eat up similar numbers. FPV drones are shipped with batteries that weigh more than the drones themselves.
Ukraine Shows U.S. How to Beat China in Drone Battery Wars
(forbes.com)
Batteries are fueling drone warfare. Reconnaissance quadcopters with a half-hour of flying time require a constant supply of freshly recharged batteries to keep going. Bomber drones eat up similar numbers. FPV drones are shipped with batteries that weigh more than the drones themselves.
Batteries are fueling drone warfare. Reconnaissance quadcopters with a half-hour of flying time require a constant supply of freshly recharged batteries to keep going. Bomber drones eat up similar numbers. FPV drones are shipped with batteries that weigh more than the drones themselves.
Russia's Flying Wing Drone Downed in Ukraine Packed with Western Components
(twz.com)
Ukraine’s Defense Intelligence Directorate (GUR) claims it has found dozens of Western-made components in the Russian S-70 Okhotnik-B (Hunter-B) flying wing unmanned combat air vehicle (UCAV) downed last month in a case of friendly fire.
Ukraine’s Defense Intelligence Directorate (GUR) claims it has found dozens of Western-made components in the Russian S-70 Okhotnik-B (Hunter-B) flying wing unmanned combat air vehicle (UCAV) downed last month in a case of friendly fire.
Officials warn of Russia's tech-for-troops deal with North Korea for Ukraine
(theregister.com)
The EU has joined US and South Korean officials in expressing concern over a Russian transfer of technology to North Korea in return for military assistance against Ukraine.
The EU has joined US and South Korean officials in expressing concern over a Russian transfer of technology to North Korea in return for military assistance against Ukraine.
US satellite jammer is set for delivery as flaws are fixed
(bloomberg.com)
A weapon meant to jam Chinese and Russian satellites early in a conflict has overcome technical flaws and is expected to be delivered next year, more than two years later than originally scheduled, according to the US Space Force.
A weapon meant to jam Chinese and Russian satellites early in a conflict has overcome technical flaws and is expected to be delivered next year, more than two years later than originally scheduled, according to the US Space Force.
China's Radar Detects F-22 Stealth Fighters Using BeiDou Satellite Signals
(eurasiantimes.com)
Chinese scientists have reportedly developed a new radar technology that can track and detect the US Air Force’s F-22 Raptor, one of the world’s most advanced stealth fighter jets.
Chinese scientists have reportedly developed a new radar technology that can track and detect the US Air Force’s F-22 Raptor, one of the world’s most advanced stealth fighter jets.
China's "Groundbreaking Radar" Detects F-22 Stealth Fighters Using BeiDou Signal
(eurasiantimes.com)
Chinese scientists have reportedly developed a new radar technology that can track and detect the US Air Force’s F-22 Raptor, one of the world’s most advanced stealth fighter jets.
Chinese scientists have reportedly developed a new radar technology that can track and detect the US Air Force’s F-22 Raptor, one of the world’s most advanced stealth fighter jets.
How Israel’s bulky pager fooled Hezbollah
(reuters.com)
The batteries inside the weaponised pagers that arrived in Lebanon at the start of the year, part of an Israeli plot to decimate Hezbollah, had powerfully deceptive features and an Achilles' heel.
The batteries inside the weaponised pagers that arrived in Lebanon at the start of the year, part of an Israeli plot to decimate Hezbollah, had powerfully deceptive features and an Achilles' heel.
More Details on Israel Sabotaging Hezbollah Pagers and Walkie-Talkies
(schneier.com)
The Washington Post has a long and detailed story about the operation that’s well worth reading (alternate version here).
The Washington Post has a long and detailed story about the operation that’s well worth reading (alternate version here).
Chinese Laser Anti-Drone System Spotted in Iran
(twz.com)
A very high-profile appearance by Iran's Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has given us a glimpse at some of China's latest counter-drone technology.
A very high-profile appearance by Iran's Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has given us a glimpse at some of China's latest counter-drone technology.
Is the attack helicopter dead?
(hushkit.net)
The attack helicopter is costly and complex to operate, yet it is taking a mauling in the Russian invasion of Ukraine.
The attack helicopter is costly and complex to operate, yet it is taking a mauling in the Russian invasion of Ukraine.
What We Know About Ukraine's Army of Robot Dogs
(forbes.com)
Ukraine is now using robotic dogs on the battlefield, the first known combat deployment of such machines. The robots were supplied by a British company and are not autonomous; they are operated by remote control, a walking version of the ubiquitous aerial drones.
Ukraine is now using robotic dogs on the battlefield, the first known combat deployment of such machines. The robots were supplied by a British company and are not autonomous; they are operated by remote control, a walking version of the ubiquitous aerial drones.
Russia May Be Fitting Starlink Dishes on Military Drones
(pcmag.com)
A Ukrainian media outlet publishes photos of a downed Russian drone that was found next to a destroyed Starlink dish.
A Ukrainian media outlet publishes photos of a downed Russian drone that was found next to a destroyed Starlink dish.
Ukraine Discovers Starlink on Downed Russian Shahed Drone: Report
(newsweek.com)
Russia has installed Starlink terminals in its Iranian-designed Shahed drones, according to a Ukrainian media report, which would mark the latest upgrade to the destructive kamikaze drones long used against Ukrainian cities if confirmed.
Russia has installed Starlink terminals in its Iranian-designed Shahed drones, according to a Ukrainian media report, which would mark the latest upgrade to the destructive kamikaze drones long used against Ukrainian cities if confirmed.
Ukraine's Gun-Armed Ground Robot Just Cleared a Russian Trench in Kursk
(forbes.com)
Back in May, Ukrainian developers revealed a new armed ground robot—the Fury. Four months later, a Fury has fought—and reportedly won—the type’s first major skirmish. On or just before Thursday, one of the four-wheeled, shopping-cart-sized Furies assaulted a trench in Russia’s Kursk Oblast.
Back in May, Ukrainian developers revealed a new armed ground robot—the Fury. Four months later, a Fury has fought—and reportedly won—the type’s first major skirmish. On or just before Thursday, one of the four-wheeled, shopping-cart-sized Furies assaulted a trench in Russia’s Kursk Oblast.
Israel’s Pager Attacks Have Changed the World
(nytimes.com)
Israel’s brazen attacks on Hezbollah last week, in which hundreds of pagers and two-way radios exploded and killed at least 37 people, graphically illustrated a threat that cybersecurity experts have been warning about for years: Our international supply chains for computerized equipment leave us vulnerable. And we have no good means to defend ourselves.
Israel’s brazen attacks on Hezbollah last week, in which hundreds of pagers and two-way radios exploded and killed at least 37 people, graphically illustrated a threat that cybersecurity experts have been warning about for years: Our international supply chains for computerized equipment leave us vulnerable. And we have no good means to defend ourselves.
Microsoft Teams with Startup Anduril on Army Combat Goggle System
(bloomberg.com)
Defense technology startup Anduril Industries Inc. is teaming up with Microsoft Corp. to improve the performance of new combat goggles for the US Army, Anduril said Thursday, in a project that may generate as much as $21.9 billion from the service over a decade.
Defense technology startup Anduril Industries Inc. is teaming up with Microsoft Corp. to improve the performance of new combat goggles for the US Army, Anduril said Thursday, in a project that may generate as much as $21.9 billion from the service over a decade.
The radio-obsessed civilian shaping Ukraine's drone defense
(technologyreview.com)
Since Russia’s invasion, Serhii “Flash” Beskrestnov has become an influential, if sometimes controversial, force—sharing expert advice and intel on the ever-evolving technology that’s taken over the skies. His work may determine the future of Ukraine, and wars far beyond it.
Since Russia’s invasion, Serhii “Flash” Beskrestnov has become an influential, if sometimes controversial, force—sharing expert advice and intel on the ever-evolving technology that’s taken over the skies. His work may determine the future of Ukraine, and wars far beyond it.
Israel Built a Modern-Day Trojan Horse: Exploding Pagers
(nytimes.com)
The pagers began beeping just after 3:30 in the afternoon in Lebanon on Tuesday, alerting Hezbollah operatives to a message from their leadership in a chorus of chimes, melodies, and buzzes.
The pagers began beeping just after 3:30 in the afternoon in Lebanon on Tuesday, alerting Hezbollah operatives to a message from their leadership in a chorus of chimes, melodies, and buzzes.
Starlink radiation makes stealth target glow on Chinese radar
(scmp.com)
An unprecedented radar experiment conducted by Chinese scientists in the South China Sea could change the game of future warfare.
An unprecedented radar experiment conducted by Chinese scientists in the South China Sea could change the game of future warfare.
DragonFire Laser Weapon Will Equip Royal Navy Warships from 2027
(theaviationist.com)
The UK Ministry of Defence announced that the new, cutting-edge DragonFire laser will be installed on Royal Navy warships for the first time from 2027.
The UK Ministry of Defence announced that the new, cutting-edge DragonFire laser will be installed on Royal Navy warships for the first time from 2027.
McDonnell Douglas X-36
(wikipedia.org)
The McDonnell Douglas (later Boeing) X-36 Tailless Fighter Agility Research Aircraft is an American stealthy subscale prototype jet designed to fly without the traditional empennage found on most aircraft.
The McDonnell Douglas (later Boeing) X-36 Tailless Fighter Agility Research Aircraft is an American stealthy subscale prototype jet designed to fly without the traditional empennage found on most aircraft.
Anduril Unveils Barracuda-M Family of Cruise Missiles
(twz.com)
Defense contractor Anduril has unveiled Barracuda, a new family of what it is calling “expandable autonomous air vehicles” that are scalable, highly modular, and already being flight-tested.
Defense contractor Anduril has unveiled Barracuda, a new family of what it is calling “expandable autonomous air vehicles” that are scalable, highly modular, and already being flight-tested.
Ukraine is fielding machine-gun turrets remotely controlled by Steam Deck
(businessinsider.com)
Ukraine appears to be using a very popular video game system for an unusual purpose: remotely controlling gun turrets.
Ukraine appears to be using a very popular video game system for an unusual purpose: remotely controlling gun turrets.