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STERNA Non-Magnetic Precision Target Locator System
Vectronix have recently developed a new precision locator system to help improve situational awareness for the Soldier and Marine. The device hopes to be Defining a New Standard in True North Finding and Azimuth Accuracy Capability. Read this white paper to find out more
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Human-Centered, Dismounted, Portable Surveillance & Force Protection System
In this White Paper, Ultra Electronics try to find solutions on how to increase situational awareness for the Soldier and Marine. Features that need to be addressed is that surveillance systems need to provide visual detection, tracking, identification and classification for the apprehension of illegal intruders; display Full Motion Video (FMV) of a selected IOI enabling an Operator to identify whether it is human, conveyance or animal and filter background environmental clutter.
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The Acoustic Vector Sensor, a versatile battlefield acoustics sensor
The invention of the Microflown sensor has made it possible to measure acoustic particle velocity directly. An acoustic vector sensor (AVS) measures the particle velocity in three directions (the source direction) and the pressure. The sensor is a uniquely versatile battlefield sensor because its size is a few millimeters and it is sensitive to sound from 10Hz to 10kHz. This article shows field tests results of acoustic vector sensors, measuring rifles, heavy artillery, fixed wing aircraft and helicopters. Experimental data shows that the sensor is suitable as a ground sensor, mounted on a vehicle and on a UAV.
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“Smart” Device for Improved Battlefield Communication
The complexity experienced by warfighters in the field with something as simple as plugging a communication headset into a radio may surprise many non-military individuals. This article discusses how Selex Communications have developed a new CTX communications system which allow mulitple communication devices to one single unit.
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Acoustic Scoring and Locating Systems for Rockets, Artillery & Mortars (RAM-LOC & RAM SCORE)
Microflown AVISA white paper: Acoustic sensors can be used to detect, classify and locate battlefield threats such as mortars, rifles and various vehicles. Sound pressure microphones are commonly used for this purpose, but this article focuses on Acoustic Vector Sensors (AVS’s). These sensors consist of three orthogonal particle velocity sensors in combination with a sound pressure microphone. These sensors make it possible to measure the direction-of-arrival of a sound wave instantaneously. The use of multiple sensors leads to very robust source localization and classification. This paper presents a system which consists of multiple Unattended Ground Sensors (UGS’s). Applications, with an emphasis on an Acoustic Scoring and Locating System for Rockets, Artillery & Mortars (RAM-LOC), are discussed.
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MAPS, APPS AND 7 INCHES FOR EVERY SOLDIER: A NETT GAIN?
In this exclusive Soldier Technology whitepaper we examine the current position of the Nett Warrior Programme and see what the benefits and challenges are for turning to the world of civilian/consumer tech - in this case smartphones – over the military vendor alternatives.
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MULTI PURPOSE ACOUSTIC VECTOR SENSORS FOR BATTLEFIELD ACOUSTICS
Microflown Avisa White paper: Acoustic signatures of both battlefield and underwater sources can be passively exploited towards detecting, localizing and tracking hostile units. Acoustic vector sensors (AVS’s) have come to play an increasingly significant role in this technology with application focus on border control, harbor protection, gunshot localization, and situational awareness. This white paper explores the uses of the acoustic vector sensors, explaining how and why they were developed and giving a great insight behind the inner workings of developing this new technology.
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| Video & Text Interviews |
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Q & A with Randy Moore
Q&A with Soldier Technology and the President of EaglePicher Technologies, Randy Moore, who discusses the latest innovations that the company has developed to combat the weight of equipment carried by soldiers and marines.
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Soldier Systems Update From US Marines
Mark Richter, Program Manager, Marine Expeditionary Rifle Squad (MERS) US Marines joined us at the SoldierTechnology to discuss modularity and impacts of troop draw down.Mark Richter will also be speaking at Soldier Technology 2012 in Washington DC in January.
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Soldier Systems Engineering and Research Insight
Dr Jack Obusek, Director, NATICK RDE Soldier Center, US Army details new priorities in US army science and technology (S&T). In his new role at NATICK he describes what new innovations will be available to future soldier modernization programs
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Soldier Systems Engineering and Research Insight
PDF Version of Dr Jack Obusek's Interview
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Colonel Jason Blain -- Australian Department of Defense
Colonel Jason Blain joined us at the SoldierTech 2011 to discuss the involvement of Australian DoD in the SoldierTech event and the wider importance and strategy of Australian armed forces in the current world scenario, their major issues, concerns and plans for the time ahead
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Do we need prime contractors?
Brigadier General Francis L. Kelley, Commander, Marine Corps Systems Command
Marine Corps, spoke of 'Procurement Strategies to Lighten the Load for the Marine' at Soldier Technology US 2011 in January but he made some interesting comments about the relationship between programme managers and prime contractors - and that of the sub-contractor. Download to find out more...
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Do we need prime contractors?
PDF version of Gen. Kelley's interview
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Smart grid soldier power sources for mission effectiveness - Colonel Roege, US Army
Colonel Paul E. Roege, P.E., Operational Energy Integrator, Capabilities Integration Center, US Army talks to us at Soldier Technology US about integrated systems solutions that will address energy challenges across soldier load, long conveys and fuel costs. He also discusses investment in alternative fuels and the use of smart grids.
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Smart grid soldier power sources for mission effectiveness - Colonel Roege, US Army
PDF version of Col. Roege's interview
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"Soldier systems integration is still the big issue" Colonel (ret'd) Richard Hansen, PEO Soldier
Colonel (ret'd) Richard Hansen, Former Project Manager, Soldier Warrior, PEO Soldier speaks to us at Soldier Technology US about system integration, lightening the load whist maintaining effectiveness.
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"Soldier systems integration is still the big issue" Colonel (ret'd) Richard Hansen, PEO Soldier
PDF version of Colonel (ret'd) Richard Hansen's interview
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Lightening soldier equipment load whilst maintaining soldier capability - Lt Col Woodburn
Lt Colonel Christopher Woodburn, Infantry Combat Equipment and Marine Expeditionary Rifle Squad Capabilities Integration Officer, Fires and Maneuver Integration Division, Capabilities Development Directorate, Marine Corps Combat Development Command talks to us at Soldier Technology US about fixing peristent challenges in soldier technology and equipment, including lightening the load and integrating equipment.
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Lightening soldier equipment load whilst maintaining soldier capability - Lt Col Woodburn
PDF of Lt Col Woodburn's interview
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Marines ditch SAW for new auto rifle
Marine infantry squads are getting rid of their big, heavy M249 machine guns in favor of a new, lightweight automatic rifle, Matt Cox reports for Military.com, in a bet that grunts will do better firing fewer rounds more accurately than they did spraying bullets with the Squad Automatic Weapon. The Marines’ new M27 Infantry Automatic Rifle uses a magazine with only 30 rounds, as compared to the belt-fed SAW, but as Cox writes, the IAR could be twice as accurate as the Marines’ existing rifles. So theoretically, if Marines are hitting their targets with their first few shots, they won’t need a smothering volume of fire.
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Connecting Soldiers to Apps
One of the most intriguing concepts emerging in soldier modernisation at the moment is the US Army's intention to give every one of its recruits a personal smartphone device, filled with cutting-edge apps to aid military operations.
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Army says it’s moving out on acquisition reform
Big Army may have worried this summer that it wasn’t selling its message about acquisition reform as well as it could, so just as Congress gets ready for another week of defense-related hearings, the Army is back with a reminder of its commitment to discipline.
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NETT Warrior, PEO Soldier Acquisition Updates To Be Delivered At North America's Soldier Systems And Marine Modernization Conference
Nett Warrior owned by PEO Soldier is a soldier system designed for combat leaders to deliver unrivalled soldier Situational Awareness to the soldier. The main goal is to enable quicker and better decisions in theatre.
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Beretta provide solutions to maximise Soldier Effectiveness
Beretta vice president, Gabriele de Plano, demonstrates new weapon systems at Soldier Technology US, to lighten the load of the soldier and marine and ensure battlefield effectiveness. Among the display is Steiner Optics which are developing new technology to provide lighter and higher performance optics.
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New Soldier Technology lightens the load for Soldiers and Marines
Randy Moore discusses at Soldier Technology US how EaglePicher have developed new batteries which can help to lighten the load for the Soldier or Marine. Using new modernization systems to maximise soldier combat ability and moving forward with new defense technologies which allows to make batteries half the size and weight of previous models
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Powered weapon rail - latest soldier modernisation
PPI have developed a revoutionary technology to advance soldier modernisation efforts - the 'powered rail'. PPI showcased the technology at the Soldier Technology US conference and exhibition
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Advatech Pacific Inc, demonstrate ground breaking soldier communication technology
Advatech Pacific, Inc has developed a new soldier technology that enables secure data communication across different secure domains. This revolutionary soldier modernization solution was demonstrated at the Soldier Technology US conference and exhibition in January 2011
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