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Grand Sky among first in the world to purchase the Northrop Grumman Firebird
Firebird Aircraft System is a game changer in commercial market due to range, altitude, endurance, and sensor payload capabilities in the UAS industry GRAND FORKS, N.D. — Grand Sky Development Company, LLC (Grand Sky) signed a deposit agreement with Northrop … Continue reading
MOHOC are at Warrior Expo East
Warrior Expo is a bi-annual defense networking expo bringing together end users, program managers, and procurement specialists together with industry-leading solution providers.Drop by and check out all the latest developments and news from MOHOC. Talk to our team and … Continue reading
Rafael unveils a unique SAR feature for its Litening and Reccelite EO pods.
The new SAR capabilities constitute a quantum leap in all-weather, stand-off targeting and ISR pods Tel Aviv, June 11, 2019 – Rafael Advanced Defense Systems Ltd. is unveiling it has upgraded its fifth generation Litening and Reccelite systems, effectively transforming … Continue reading
US Navy Selects MOHOC® Cameras Again
MOHOC, Inc. delivers 1,400 cameras to Coastal Riverine Group 2 SEATTLE, WA. MOHOC, Inc., creator of the world’s first military-optimized helmet cameras, was again chosen to supply the Personal Recording System (PRS) for the US Navy Expeditionary Combat Command … Continue reading
U.S. Defense Logistics Agency assigns MOHOC’s first two NSNs
Seattle, WA. MOHOC, Inc., creator of the world’s first military-optimized helmet cameras, has been awarded two NATO/National Stock Numbers (NSNs) for its MOHOC® Camera and MOHOC® IR Camera (infrared model) by the U.S. Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) following requests … Continue reading
US NAVY EXPEDITIONARY COMBAT COMMAND SELECTS MOHOC CAMERAS
SEATTLE, WA. MOHOC, Inc., creator of the world’s first military-optimized helmet cameras, has been chosen to supply the Personal Recording System for the US Navy Expeditionary Combat Command (NECC). After extensive competitive trial and evaluation through Naval Surface Warfare Center … Continue reading
HENSOLDT to deliver Electro-Optical System, ARGOS–II HD, to ESG Elektroniksystem- und Logistik-GmbH for the use in the German Federal Police helicopter fleet
HENSOLDT’s Optronics business line has been selected by ESG Elektroniksystem- und Logistik-GmbH for a three-year supply contract to deliver EO/IR systems to a central European NATO MoI end-user. The EO/IR system of choice, the ARGOS-II HD, will form part of … Continue reading
UNDER A CONTRACT with the European Space Agency (ESA), INDRA DEVELOPS TECHNOLOGY TO GIVE DIRECT EARTH OBSERVATION SATELLITE ACCESS TO ORGANIZATIONS
· They will gain intermediary-less and near real-time access to images of any point on the planet and glean essential information for the security or success of their business operations · Indra is reducing the infrastructure necessary to receive and … Continue reading
HENSOLDT Establishes Footprint in France–EUROSATORY 2018 (Continued)
Former Airbus DS Electronics and Border Security SAS becomes HENSOLDT France SAS Munich/Paris, 27 April 2018 – HENSOLDT completed yesterday the acquisition of Airbus DS Electronics and Border Security SAS, a France-based company which offers highly secure data … Continue reading
24/7 IMAGING FROM PHOTONIS–EUROSATORY 2018 (Continued)
Netherland based PHOTONIS introduced the CNOD digital imaging Night Observation Device; developed in conjunction with Rochester Precision Optics. The CNOD can be handheld or weapon mounted to provide seamless day to night all digital (no imaging intensifier tube) imaging. CNOD … Continue reading
AeroVironment Releases New Puma 3, Upgraded for Operation in More Challenging Radio Frequency Environments
HUNTSVILLE, Ala., at AUSA Global Force Symposium, March 26, 2018 – AeroVironment, Inc. (NASDAQ: AVAV), a global leader in unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) for both defense and commercial applications, today announced at the AUSA Global Force Symposium (booth 1429) that … Continue reading
MOHOC EXHIBITS AT DSEI LONDON
A unique camera available in both Visible Light and IR models. These cameras are the easiest, most effective and reliable POV cameras for use in the harshest environments imaginable.
HENSOLDT Optical Units for Germany’s Future Soldier Programme “Infanterist der Zukunft” Part 3
Wetzlar, Germany, 07/07/2017 – HENSOLDT has received another order for the German Bundeswehr’s “Infanterist der Zukunft – Extended System” (IdZ-ES) modernisation programme. The order includes the delivery of the IRV 600 A1 infrared attachment, the NSV 600 night vision attachment, … Continue reading
Posted in ISR, Night Vision Technology, Optics, Optics
Tagged Carl Zeiss, G36, Hensoldt, reflex sight, RSA-S, ZO 4x30-IdZ
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MOHOC’s NEW HARDWIRE KIT
When your mission requires constant power supply and/or continuous video stream, the Hardwire Door allows access to the micro USB and micro HDMI ports without exposing the battery and internal components. Tactically configured 90º cables ensure MOHOC remains low profile, … Continue reading
Chromatra Introduces Existing NVGs to a World of Color at Border Security Expo 2017
Chromatra, innovators in night vision technologies, will be showing the ColorTAC CVA-14 Color Night Vision Adaptor at booth 741 during the 11th annual Border Security Expo in San Antonio, Texas Beverly, Mass. (April 2017)– Chromatra, LLC, the innovator behind the … Continue reading
MOHOC HELMET CAM HAVE A NEW FIRMWARE UPGRADE
Updates for both cameras are now available to improve performance and unlock new App features like customizing your WiFi name and password. Firmware is specifically designed for the MOHOC® and MOHOC® IR, so be sure to download the correct … Continue reading
L3 Will Supply Australian Defence Forces Modernization Technology Including Night Vision Systems
L-3 Communications announced on 14 Nov 2016 that it has been awarded a contract totaling $208 million by the Australian Defence Force (ADF), under the LAND 53 Phase 1BR program, to deliver soldier modernization technology, including specialized night vision … Continue reading
MIL SISTEMIKA Integrates Thermoteknix’s TiCAM 1000 LRF Target Locator With Its PERSONAL EYE SYSTEM (PES)
The TiCAM 1000 LRF Target Locator from Thermoteknix is a versatile target acquisition and observation sensor for day and night-time use. The device has a direct-view optical channel for daytime use, a MicroCAM high resolution uncooled thermal imager, laser range … Continue reading
Posted in ISR, Nav Aids, Range Finder, Sniper Systems and Tools, Thermal Imaging
Tagged MIL Sistemika, Personal Eye System, PES
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MASA ANNOUCES NEW CHAIRMAN and CHIEF EXECUTIVE
MASA, a French a global leader in Artificial Intelligence (AI) software, announced the appointment of David Chouraqui, currently Vice-President of TALIS Group (a majority shareholder of MASA), as Juan-Pablo Torres-Padilla steps down from the position. M. Chouraqui was educated at … Continue reading
TNVC NVG ADAPTER FOR THE GoPro CAMERA
The TNVC NVG Adapter for GoPro HERO cameras allows you to capture the highest quality night vision video from the operator’s perspective. The TNVC NVG Adapter will attach any HERO model to a night vision goggle with a PVS-14 Eyepiece … Continue reading
Posted in ISR, Night Vision Technology
Tagged AN/PVS-14, camera, night vision, NVG, TNVG
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DRONE MAGAZINE
Drone is a new rag printed in the U.K where UAVs are out of the closet in a very big way. Our interest in drones is that they are part of the ISR fabric with a rapidly increasing commercial application. … Continue reading
BERETTA CONTINUES TO MOVE FORWARD WITH THE POWERED RAIL CONCEPT
Developers at Beretta are moving forward with the powered rail concept bringing the company closer to the fully integrated weapon, an ambitious idea the DoD advanced several years ago. I had the opportunity to meet with a representative engineer from … Continue reading
Posted in Comms, Electronics, ISR, SHOT SHOW 2016, Soldier Systems
Tagged ARX intelligent Rail, Beretta, powered rail
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AT SHOT SHOW 2016 WITH STEINER E-OPTICS
Just prior to SHOT Show 2016, Steiner announced the new DBAL-A4. We’re not easily impressed but this is an impressive accessory available in both military and commercial specification. There is much to like here readers. The DBAL-A$ provides 4 … Continue reading
FLIR ANNOUCES THE NEW FLIR SCOUT TK and FLIR TG130 THERMAL CAMERAS
Wilsonville, OR – FLIR Systems, Inc. (NASDAQ: FLIR) announced two compact thermal camera products that will be showcased at the 2016 Consumer Electronics Show (CES) this week: the FLIR Scout TK thermal vision monocular and the FLIR TG130 spot thermal camera. … Continue reading
Posted in ISR, Thermal Imaging
Tagged FLIR, FLIR SCOUT, FLIR TG130, microcamera, Thermal Imaging
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Steiner Acquires STS AND DIFFRACTION LTD
Steiner officially announces that it has acquired two U.S. companies, the Sensor Systems Division of The O’Gara Group. The group is comprised of Sensor Technology Systems (STS) and Diffraction LTD. For more than 25 years, STS and Diffraction have provided … Continue reading
NOTICE TO DRONE OWNERS
A number of our readers may operate drones as a tool while conducting training, videography or both. It’s important that you understand and comply with FAA rules and regulation. There are a number of regulations in place. First you can … Continue reading
MILIPOL 2015 THALES 6W4U CONNECTED SMARTWATCH
Thales has worked with field staff to develop an innovative smartwatch concept. Connected via a secure link to the command center, the 6-Watch For You (6W4U) alerts officers to danger simply by vibrating when an important notification comes in. With … Continue reading
MILIPOL 2015 DEDRONE DroneTracker
Dedrone is a German Company headquartered in Kassel Germany with U.S. offices in Charleston W.V. The company manufactures DroneTracker, a multi-sensor drone detection system, that is effective against auto-pilot, quiet (glider type) and shape-changed drones and a detection range of … Continue reading
Personal Eye System (PES) By Mil Sistemika
I finally had a chance to sit-down and write a review on what I think is one of the best Blue Force Tracking, Situational Awareness, C4ISR packages C.O.T.S. on the market. When used with PES Server, this feature rich, easy … Continue reading
The Angela Nettlefold Memorial Appeal For Careers
The December issue of BATTLESPACE is a Special Issue commemorating the War in Afghanistan and the men and women who fought in it. All proceeds will be donated to SSAFA in aid of The Angela Nettlefold Memorial Fund for … Continue reading
Posted in Countermeasures, Electronics, ISR
Tagged Angela Nettlefold, Battlespace, C4ISR, United Kingdom
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Raytheon PhantomIRxr® 17 μm Binoculars
This is not your grandpa’s binoculars he brought back from Europe at the end of World War II. The folks at Raytheon have come up with a light weight (3.6 lbs.) uncooled thermal binocular that will detect a man sized … Continue reading
Posted in ISR, Sniper Systems and Tools, Thermal Imaging
Tagged PhantomIRxr, Raytheon, Thermal Imaging
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SELEX ES HORIZON HD/SD THERMAL IMAGING CAMERA
Thermal imagine technologies keep getting better and smaller. At this year’s IDEX 2015, Selex ES introduced a new medium wave thermal imager sold as the Horizon Medium Wave Infra-Red (MWIR). The Horizon is sold in either Standard Definition or High … Continue reading
USSOCOM Wants To Improve On Its DOMEX Capabilities
USSOCOM is seeking to improve its document and media exploitation (DOMEX) capabilities. The primary objective is to develop and acquire technology that can probe a computer or smart device under field conditions. The capabilities sought include: the ability to survey … Continue reading
Parrot Bebop Drone Available For Pre-Order
Parrot, is best known as the makers of the AR.Drone 2.0 smartphone-controlled mini quadcopter. They have recently added a new model that has peaked my interest. The new addition to the Parrot fleet is called “BeBop.” Whereas previous Parrot drones … Continue reading
DeerLab And Bushnell Team To Increase A Hunter’s Odds
Bushnell is a pioneer in trail cam technology. The trail cam allows property owners to install geo referenced cameras throughout their property. These cameras, many of which are wireless, provide the property owner with day and night video and … Continue reading
Shot Trak HD Gun Camera From American Technologies Network (ATN) Is Now Shipping.
There was considerable scuttle butt about a gun camera under development by American Technologies Network on the Peninsula, more accurately South San Francisco. ATN calls it the Shot Trak HD (High Definition) Camera, and it looks like a winner. The … Continue reading
Finmeccanica SPYBALL-B and ASIO-B micro and mini UAVs
ASIO-B and SPYBALL-B UAVs are two very cool little UAS from Italian Manufacturer Finmeccanica. Since completion of development and testing these micro and mini UAVs have passed their factory acceptance tests, and are now headed to the Italian Army for … Continue reading
Posted in Eurosatory, ISR, Soldier Systems
Tagged ASIO, Finmeccanica, SELEX, SPYBALL, UAS, UAV
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Elbit Systems Adds New Capabilities To Its Line Of Long-Range Observation, Target Acquisition and Laser Designation Systems
I’ve been following Elbit Systems for a few years now and in that time, I’ve seen continuous innovation and refinement to a product line that ranks as one of the best in the world. At this year’s EUROSATORY, in Paris, … Continue reading
Exelis Individual Soldier System (ISS)
Let me open by thanking Tim White, Andy Dunn, Mike Meyer and Jorge Petrovic for their time and generosity in taking me through the many systems Exelis is delivering today, all of which play significant roles in Battle Space Management. … Continue reading
Posted in Countermeasures, ISR, Night Vision Technology, SOFIC 2014, Soldier Systems
Tagged Exelis, GNOMAD, ISS, Switch plus IP, TMNVG
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Aurora Flight Science SKATE Small Unmanned Aircraft System
The last 12 years of uninterrupted action in Iraq and Afghanistan has ushered in a number of technologies touted as force multipliers; however, none are as deserving of the accolade as the Unmanned Arial Vehicle (UAV), but in particular … Continue reading
