Uraltransmash has completed the modernization of self-propelled howitzers "Malka" for the Ministry of Defense
According to the general director of the enterprise Dmitry Semizorov, the work, in particular, allowed to improve the characteristics of military equipment in terms of chassis control, reduce the preparation time for the opening of fire, increase the accuracy of the binding of a self-propelled gun.
The first photo of the Russian 82-mm advanced self-propelled mortar
For the first time, a photo of a mock-up of a Russian 82-mm advanced self-propelled mortar based on a protected K-63968 Typhoon-K vehicle has appeared. The first photo was published by the telegram channel "Militarist".
"Nomadic" mortars 2S12 "Sleigh" destroyed a simulated enemy during exercises in Siberia
The tactics of "nomadic" mortars based on Syrian combat experience were worked out by servicemen of the Central Military District during exercises at the Yurginsky training ground in the Kemerovo region, the press service of the Central Military District reported on Tuesday.
First the S-500 itself, and then - Borisov
India may become the first foreign buyer of the new S-500 air defense system, but deliveries will begin only after meeting the needs of the Russian army, Deputy Prime Minister Yuri Borisov said.
"There are no such complexes abroad." Military expert on the S-500 air defense system
India may, if desired, become the first country on the list for the purchase of the S-500 after the Russian army receives these air defense systems in the right amount, said Deputy Prime Minister of the Russian Federation Yuri Borisov. On the air of Sputnik radio, military expert Yuri Knutov spoke about the advantages of the S-500.
China successfully launched the Tianlian-2-02 satellite to transmit data from the space station
The device will also be used to improve the operation of remote sensing satellites to study the resources of our planet
China on Tuesday successfully launched the Tianlian-2-02 relay satellite into orbit for more efficient data transmission from the Chinese orbital station. This was announced by the China Aerospace Science and Technology Corporation (CASC).
Parachutes of the Russian-European Exomars mission have been successfully tested in the USA
Tests of a 35-meter parachute designed to slow down at subsonic speed took place in Oregon on November 21 and December 3
Two second-stage parachutes, which are planned to be used during the descent to Mars of the equipment of the Russian-European Exomars mission, were successfully tested in late November - early December in the United States. This was reported on Tuesday by the European Space Agency (ESA).
SpaceX launches a program to remove carbon dioxide from the atmosphere
Elon Musk said that this project will also be relevant for flights to Mars
The American company SpaceX has launched a program to remove carbon dioxide from the Earth's atmosphere, the head of the company, American entrepreneur Elon Musk, said on Monday. The company plans to subsequently process carbon dioxide into rocket fuel.
A consortium has been created in Novosibirsk to create a new generation of devices for space
According to the rector of Novosibirsk State Technical University Anatoly Bataev, the consortium will also deal with energy issues
A consortium of more than 20 organizations based on the Novosibirsk State Technical University (NSTU) was created in Novosibirsk. One of its main goals will be the creation of hybrid integrated circuits for spacecraft that increase their power and service life, Rector of NSTU Anatoly Bataev told reporters on Tuesday.
Kazakhstan and Russia will look for another partner to modernize the Gagarin Launch if the UAE does not hurry up - Kazakh Minister
Kazakhstan and Russia have carried out all domestic procedures for the Gagarin Launch modernization project, but the UAE is delaying the process, Minister of Digital Development, Innovation and Aerospace Bagdat Musin said.
Taliban return jet planes to service
Representatives of the Taliban movement (a terrorist organization banned in Russia) are trying to revive high-speed jet planes stored at Kabul airport for their newly created Air Force.
China has started full-scale production of J-20 fighter jets
Chinese fighters will no longer need Russian aircraft engines. December 13, portal globaltimes.cn He reported that the Chengdu Aircraft Industrial Group Corporation announced a full-scale serial assembly of J-20 fighters after the start of deliveries of Chinese WS-10 engines.
The Romanian Ministry of Defense intends to purchase F-16 fighters from the Norwegian Air Force
The Romanian Ministry of Defense has sent a request to the country's parliament for the allocation of funds in the amount of 454 million euros for the purchase of 32 F-16 fighters from the Norwegian Air Force.
The F-35 will receive an adaptive engine in 2027
The Drive: F-35 Lightning II fighters may receive new engines as early as 2027
American fifth-generation F-35 Lightning II fighters may receive an adaptive engine as early as 2027, The Drive reports.
The Serbian Armed Forces will acquire an additional 30 military helicopters
As already reported, last weekend Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic visited a number of military facilities in the country, where he met with the command of the Armed Forces and the management of enterprises of the Serbian defense industry.
Deliveries to the troops and tests of Ka-52M helicopters will go in parallel, the source said
Deliveries of the latest Ka-52M combat helicopters to the troops will go in parallel with the tests, which are scheduled to be completed in 2022, a source in the military-industrial complex told RIA Novosti.
Russia is developing a platform for deck-mounted UAVs
In Russia, work is underway on a platform designed to base deck drones. It will be able to accommodate aircraft and helicopter types of vehicles.
Ministry of Defense of the Russian Federation: a serial contract for the supply of the S-70 drone will be concluded within six months
Serial deliveries are planned to begin in 2024
A serial contract for the supply of the latest Russian attack drone (UAV) S-70 "Hunter" will be concluded within six months. This was announced on Tuesday by Russian Deputy Defense Minister Alexei Krivoruchko on the air of the Rossiya-24 TV channel.
A military expert spoke about the capabilities of the S-70 Hunter drone
The Hunter UAV is a key development in the field of unmanned aviation for our aerospace forces. Military expert Viktor Murakhovsky told Izvestia about this on Tuesday, December 14.
Chemezov: a special control point is being created for the newest Hunter drone
According to the CEO of Rostec, this decision will significantly increase the capabilities of the device
A new ground control point is being created for the S-70 Hunter drone. This was announced by the General Director of Rostec State Corporation Sergey Chemezov.