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1st Cavalry Division tests 'Golden Shield' counter-drone system
The 1st Cavalry Division conducted live-fire testing of the 'Golden Shield' counter-drone system at Fort Hood, Texas, as part of Project Golden Shield. This exercise integrated autonomous counter-UAS technologies, including sensors and effectors, to enhance the protection of armored formations against small unmanned aerial systems.
Украинский «миддлстрайк». Как ВСУ научились массово бить по целям до 300 км от линии фронта и почему ВС РФ ничего не могут с этим поделать — The Insider
The Ukrainian Armed Forces have significantly increased drone strikes on Russian operational rear areas, extending up to 300 km from the front line. This development, termed 'middlestrike,' has allowed Ukraine to achieve parity in logistics strikes and gain an advantage in countering Russian air defenses.
C-UAS Options, Techniques and Acquisition - European Security & Defence
The article highlights the increasing role of drones in modern warfare, particularly in the Ukraine conflict, where drones account for a significant portion of enemy target destruction. It emphasizes the need for enhanced counter-UAS capabilities, focusing on detection, tracking, and interception technologies for both fixed sites and mobile platforms.
Estonia redirects €500M CV90 buy to drone and air defense
Estonia has canceled a €500 million order for CV90 infantry fighting vehicles, reallocating funds to enhance counter-drone systems, air defense, and unmanned capabilities. This shift includes a partnership with Poland's PGZ to mass-produce the Mark 1 anti-drone missile and an expansion of Estonia's HIMARS rocket launcher arsenal.
Estonia drops €500 million CV90 order, shifts funds to drones, air defense – AeroTime
Estonia has canceled a €500 million order for CV90 infantry fighting vehicles to redirect funds towards counter-drone systems, air defense, and unmanned capabilities. This decision aligns with a broader Baltic strategy to enhance air defense, including the acquisition of IRIS-T SLM systems and the development of the Mark 1 anti-drone missile.
LeoLabs Launches Delta AI System for Tracking and Detecting Orbital Threats
LeoLabs has launched the Delta AI system, a space domain awareness platform designed for real-time monitoring and analysis of orbital threats. The system uses AI-driven analytics to detect and prioritize events such as orbital maneuvers and potential collisions, enhancing the ability of US and allied operators to respond to dynamic threats in low Earth orbit.
Drone Strategy for the Defence Sector - regjeringen.no
The Norwegian government is enhancing its drone and counter-drone capabilities by focusing on acquiring new technologies and expertise. This includes developing smaller UAVs, maritime uncrewed systems, and electronic warfare capabilities, with a shared responsibility between the Armed Forces and Police.
Australia to Spend Billions on Drones as Warfare Changes
Australia is set to increase its spending on drones and counter-drone systems by up to Au$5 billion, influenced by recent warfare trends in the Middle East and Ukraine. The investment is part of a broader Au$12 billion to Au$15 billion plan over the next decade to enhance autonomous capabilities.
Army Tests Golden Shield Anti-Drone Net At Fort Hood
The U.S. Army successfully tested the Golden Shield counter-drone network at Fort Hood, demonstrating autonomous detection, tracking, and destruction of drones. This system integrates various sensors and effectors across multiple vehicles, enhancing the anti-drone capabilities of armored brigades.
Laser Photonics anti-drone system reaches prototype - Stock Titan
Laser Photonics announced the prototype milestone of its LSAD laser anti-drone system, which successfully neutralized a Class 1 drone in initial testing. The system integrates detection, tracking, and laser neutralization capabilities and has submitted documentation to U.S. Special Operations Command.