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The three EX2 lead news stories today (www.ex2.com.au) are: The Australian Army will acquire the AeroVironment Switchblade 300 loitering munition – but Defence seems to have ignored a swag of local loitering munition manufacturers, many of  whom have been funded by Defence itself; the US Missile Defense Agency has conducted its first Hypersonic Test Bed flight experiment; and the Australian government has partnered with Amazon Web Services to develop a Top Secret Cloud capability. EX2 HEADLINES - www.ex2.com.au  ·      Australia to acquire Switchblade 300 loitering munition ·      US MDA conducts first Hypersonic Test Bed flight experiment ·      Australian government partners with Amazon Web Services In Other News: ·      Safran announces laser optical communications system ·      First group of Australian submarine workers depart for Pearl Harbor AUKUS training ·      Anduril to open large scale AUV production facility ·      Construction of first Hunter-class frigate begins officially ·      HII and Babcock launch new Australian JV to accelerate Australian SSNs  ·      Quickstep wins Moon to Mars grant and will build additional drones ·      Exail to provide 1000 INSs for German Army ·      Defence conducts live-fire test of Fractl:2 high energy laser ·      Australia and the US team up on AI ·      New grant program designed to grow Australian defence industry ·      Anduril to demonstrate SM-6 rocket motors for US Navy ·      Exail selected to contribute to E=MCM project ·      Defence describes outline of Collins-class LOTE ·      KBR’s Iron Stallion monitors space above Australia ·      USAF, DIU select four companies for ETV project Read these stories and more at EX. Innovation is all about new technologies and techniques that solve wicked problems; it’s about the R&D and innovation processes that develop these new technologies and techniques; it’s about the linkages, collaborations and inspiration that make them possible. It’s called thinking outside the square That’s what EX2 is all about.

The three EX2 lead news stories today (www.ex2.com.au) are: The Australian Army will acquire the AeroVironment Switchblade 300 loitering munition – but Defence seems to have ignored a swag of local loitering munition manufacturers, many of  whom have been funded by Defence itself; the US Missile Defense Agency has conducted its first Hypersonic Test Bed flight experiment; and the Australian government has partnered with Amazon Web Services to develop a Top Secret Cloud capability. EX2 HEADLINES - www.ex2.com.au  ·      Australia to acquire Switchblade 300 loitering munition ·      US MDA conducts first Hypersonic Test Bed flight experiment ·      Australian government partners with Amazon Web Services In Other News: ·      Safran announces laser optical communications system ·      First group of Australian submarine workers depart for Pearl Harbor AUKUS training ·      Anduril to open large scale AUV production facility ·      Construction of first Hunter-class frigate begins officially ·      HII and Babcock launch new Australian JV to accelerate Australian SSNs  ·      Quickstep wins Moon to Mars grant and will build additional drones ·      Exail to provide 1000 INSs for German Army ·      Defence conducts live-fire test of Fractl:2 high energy laser ·      Australia and the US team up on AI ·      New grant program designed to grow Australian defence industry ·      Anduril to demonstrate SM-6 rocket motors for US Navy ·      Exail selected to contribute to E=MCM project ·      Defence describes outline of Collins-class LOTE ·      KBR’s Iron Stallion monitors space above Australia ·      USAF, DIU select four companies for ETV project Read these stories and more at EX. Innovation is all about new technologies and techniques that solve wicked problems; it’s about the R&D and innovation processes that develop these new technologies and techniques; it’s about the linkages, collaborations and inspiration that make them possible. It’s called thinking outside the square That’s what EX2 is all about.

What advancements has #UCF made in hypersonic technology, and how are they impacting the future of aerospace and defense industries? UCF’s research in hypersonic technology is accelerating the future of aerospace and defense. With speeds exceeding Mach 5 (over 3,800 mph), hypersonic systems are poised to revolutionize #military capabilities and high-speed travel. UCF’s advancements in materials, propulsion, and aerodynamics are critical to making these systems faster, more efficient, and operational by 2030. The #USA is ramping up its hypersonic weapons development to match Russia and China's advancements. Russia’s Avangard missile and China's DF-17 pose significant threats, prompting U.S. investments projected to hit $2.5 billion by 2024. Companies like #Boeing and #Hermeus are also advancing hypersonic transportation, with potential travel times from New York to #Paris reduced to 90 minutes. Get insights: https://lnkd.in/drB4w6sQ #HypersonicTechnology #UCFResearch #Mach5 #AerospaceInnovation #DefenseTech #HighSpeedFlight #TechAdvancements #FutureOfDefense #Hypersonics #AerospaceEngineering #AMR

Good old C-17 became a hypersonic missiles launcher ✔ Boeing has unveiled the innovative REVOLVER launcher system. It is expected to become a game-changer that can transform the C-17 Globemaster III into a formidable hypersonic missile carrier. ✔ This advanced launcher features two sequentially installed drums and an electromagnetic catapult mechanism, allowing the rapid launch of up to 12 Boeing X-51A Waverider hypersonic cruise missiles. ✔ The future integration and testing of the REVOLVER launcher and X-51A Waverider on the C-17 platform will highlight advancements in military capabilities. It promises to improve operations with rapid, high-speed missile deployment and set new standards in defense. https://lnkd.in/dWY8ngf4

Aerojet Rocketdyne, an L3Harris Technologies company, has been awarded a $22 million Other Transaction Agreement (OTA) contract from the Department of Defense (DoD) Manufacturing Technology Program, through Naval Surface Warfare Center Crane, to develop a prototype solution for the Growing Additive Manufacturing Maturity for Airbreathing Hypersonics (GAMMA-H) challenge. The GAMMA-H program is part of the DoD’s ongoing efforts to expand current processes to manufacture hypersonic weapons components. According to the DoD, GAMMA-H will contribute toward advancing additive manufacturing processes that can affordably meet the propulsion performance and environmental requirements that modern hypersonic airbreathing systems demand. More than a decade after making hypersonic history with the X-51 Waverider, Aerojet Rocketdyne has continued to evolve advanced hypersonic propulsion through numerous successful test flights supporting the nation’s need for faster, more maneuverable missile systems. #military #defense #defence #militaryleak https://lnkd.in/gWdG4Qtr

Boeing has announced plans to launch a space-based quantum demonstration in 2026. This initiative aims to explore the potential of quantum technologies for various applications, including secure communications and advanced sensing capabilities. The demonstration will leverage Boeing's expertise in aerospace and quantum science, showcasing innovative solutions that could significantly enhance the capabilities of satellite systems. This project represents a significant step forward in integrating quantum technology into space operations, reflecting Boeing's commitment to advancing the future of aerospace and defense. #military #defense #defence #aerospace #aviation #aircraft #aircrafts #airplane #airplanes #aviationlovers #militaryaviation #militaryaircraft #fighterjet #engineering #technology #militarytechnology #defensetechnology #defenseinnovation #defenseindustry #airforce #pilots #quantum #innovation #innovations

Stripped of its central pod, the B-58's delta wings and slender fuselage evoke a long-legged insect poised for attack. A true icon of the early Jet Age, its polished aluminum skin gleamed in the sun as it carved a path through the sky at twice the speed of sound. This technological marvel wasn't just for show; it carried a deadly payload of nuclear bombs, a chilling reminder of the tensions of the Cold War. #military #defense #defence #aerospace #aviation #aircraft #aircrafts #airplane #airplanes #aviationlovers #militaryaviation #militaryaircraft #fighterjet #engineering #technology #militarytechnology #defensetechnology #defenseinnovation #defenseindustry #airforce

It will be interesting to see if seaplanes return to being a standard operating system

Exail, a global leader in naval navigation, has been selected by Anschutz, a leading German company specializing in ship navigation systems, to supply Marins inertial navigation systems (INS) for the Royal Navy’s T31 Inspiration-class general-purpose frigates. Exail’s high-end Marins INS will provide the T31 frigates with uninterrupted and highly accurate navigation data, regardless of GNSS (Global Navigation Satellite System) availability or external disruptions. This capability ensures that the T31 crews maintain precise awareness of their location, even in challenging scenarios such as GNSS spoofing or jamming, granting them a crucial navigational advantage for achieving operational success. The selection of Exail’s Marins INS for the T31 frigates further strengthens Exail’s position as a trusted navigation partner for the Royal Navy. Exail’s navigation solutions are already deployed on numerous Royal Navy vessels, including the Astute-class nuclear attack submarines, Queen Elizabeth-class aircraft carriers, Duke-class frigates, as well as Vanguard-class nuclear-powered ballistic missile submarines. The T31 frigates will play a pivotal role in deterring aggression and safeguarding the security of the UK’s interests. These frigates, designed to be agile and versatile, will replace the T23 frigates, enhancing the Royal Navy’s operational capabilities across general-purpose roles. #military #defense #defence #militaryleak https://lnkd.in/gR3C_M38

Here is a summary of the past, present and future of the US Navy #aircraftcarrier: Past: - The first U.S. aircraft carrier, USS Langley, was commissioned in 1922 after being converted from a collier. It was used to experiment with and develop aircraft carrier operations. - Key pre-WWII developments included the introduction of islands on carriers Lexington and Saratoga to manage exhaust and the building of USS Ranger as the first carrier designed from the keel up. - WWII saw the evolution of armored flight decks, starting with the Essex-class, to protect against bombing and kamikaze attacks. The Midway-class further improved armor protection after the war. Present: - 10 Nimitz-class nuclear-powered supercarriers are the current backbone of the carrier fleet. Commissioned from 1975-2009, they feature an angled flight deck, steam catapults, and advanced radar and defensive systems. - The lead ship of the new Ford-class, USS Gerald R. Ford, joined the fleet in 2017. Key innovations include electromagnetic catapults (#EMALS), advanced arresting gear (#AAG), a redesigned island, and greatly increased #electricalpower generation. Future: - The U.S. Navy plans for the Ford-class carriers to remain in service for 90 years with excess power capacity to support future technologies. - Potential future developments hinted at include harnessing artificial intelligence to process targeting data from networked sensors and weapons ("mosaic warfare"), and the increasing use of long-range standoff weapons and unmanned aircraft. - However, the difficulty of predicting carrier technology needs so far into the future, given the rapid pace of change. Flexibility will be key. In summary, U.S. aircraft carriers have constantly evolved from their start as an experimental concept in the 1920s to today's nuclear-powered supercarriers. The future remains to be written, but versatility to incorporate new technologies will define the carrier's continued relevance into the late 21st century and beyond.