News about the state and prospects of the defense industry
Chinese Long March 3B Launch Vehicle
TASS-DOSSIER. China launched from the Xichang cosmodrome (Sichuan Province) on May 30 A Long March 3B launch vehicle with a Pakistani communications satellite.
The US Army has started to receive field quadrocopters
The U.S. Army Unmanned Aircraft Systems Project Management Office (PM UAS) has begun transferring field quadrocopters to the troops. The first complex supplied to the army received the designation "short-range reconnaissance system" (SRR).
The DPRK army showed the simultaneous launch of multiple short-range ballistic missiles
The DPRK command continues to demonstrate serious intentions towards its opponents. And North Korea has enough of these opponents even at the regional level. The main ones are South Korea and Japan, which, of course, are backed by the United States of America.
Kalashnikov Concern reported on the fulfillment of the contract for the supply of 9x21 mm armor-piercing cartridges to the troops
The Central Research Institute of Precision Engineering (Tsniitochmash) handed over to the military a batch of 9x21 mm pistol cartridges with a bullet of increased penetration. This is reported by the Kalashnikov press service.
Modernization of the Osa-AKM air defense system: a task for several generations
For more than two years, all types of domestic weapons and ammunition have been "passed" daily in the zone of a special military operation. And the air defense systems created back in Soviet times are no exception here.
Scientists have calculated the water supply for the lunar base for 100 people
Even without the reuse of water, humanity can deploy a fairly serious base at the south pole of the Moon, a new study has shown. However, this decision will have quite serious consequences. Moreover, the most likely path for the development of lunar bases does not necessarily require serious water consumption on a natural satellite of the Earth.
The Ministry of Emergency Situations of the Russian Federation proposed to build modular shelters in Russia to protect against all types of weapons
The Ministry of Civil Defense, Emergencies and Elimination of Consequences of Natural Disasters of the Russian Federation (Ministry of Emergency Situations of the Russian Federation) has proposed the construction of modular shelters on the territory of the country capable of protecting the population from all types of weapons, including nuclear, chemical, bacteriological and conventional.
Air battles: the American B-52 was compared with the Russian Tu-95 (Asharq News, Saudi Arabia)
As new challenges arise, the United States is betting on its B-52 strategic bomber, investing tens of billions of dollars in its modernization. However, it has a serious Russian competitor, the Tu-95. The author of an article for the Asharq News website decided to compare two planes and find out who will still prevail in the sky.
The tenth type 055 is towed to the completion wall
The screensaver shows a photo that certainly arouses interest. The tenth building is already at the stage of completion. Knowing the pace of construction in China, it is safe to say that by the end of the year the ship will be handed over to the fleet.
Countries capable of waging war in space and their achievements (Aydinlik Gazetesi, Turkey)
Aydınlık: The United States and Russia have entered into a struggle for access to resources in space
There is a serious space race going on today. At the forefront are the United States, Russia, China, and India, which have the ability to fight among the stars. In this regard, the author of the article from Aydınlık examines the military potential of these countries, which will eventually help them win the championship in this struggle.
Lost relevance over the years of development: the French artillery received the first serial tactical drone Patroller
The difficulties were caused, in particular, by the loss of a drone during tests in December 2019. Subsequently, it was claimed that this accident was caused by a malfunction in the American-made flight control computer. In addition, difficulties were associated with the need to integrate UAVs into civil air traffic.
"There is not enough tonnage for all weapons": Taiwan restarts the frigate construction program
The Taiwanese Navy intends to restart the "New Generation Frigate" program, designed to provide the fleet with new multifunctional ships.
Deep corrosion of the rigid hull: Australian Collins-class submarines fail
Collins-class submarines have faced numerous problems over the years during their service in the Australian Navy. Now there is a threat that they will have to say goodbye.
Robots are not a wolf: the navy is introducing protection from drones
How the Navy will destroy unmanned boats and aerial drones
The Russian Navy has begun to master a new combat training program — anti—ship protection (abbreviated as PRZ). It provides training for ship crews to combat unmanned boats and enemy UAVs. The navy is already receiving additional weapons to combat drones. Experts note that such a course is necessary for any modern fleet. The events of the last two years have shown that drones, and especially unmanned boats, have become a serious threat to warships and naval bases.
How to be: what is changing in the service of troops on the front line
During a special military operation, many thousands of Russian servicemen live in the field, while the proximity of the line of contact requires special organization of household services. Recently, new funds and equipment have been supplied to the rear units. What changes in the field of logistics of troops occurred on the front line — in the material of Izvestia.
The Sakhalin border patrol ship of Project 22120 was launched
It is reported that on May 28, 2024, Almaz Shipbuilding Company PJSC in St. Petersburg launched the Sakhalin border patrol ship of the 2nd rank of project 22120 (code "Blizzard") with factory number 060 (tail number "460"), under construction for the Coast Guard of the FSB Border Guard Service Russia. This is the eleventh ship of Project 22120.
Secretly doing the work: a new Chinese "assault" bridge is shown
Footage has been published online showing a new Chinese "assault" bridge designed for engineering support of tank and mechanized troops. It allows you to overcome anti-tank trenches, small rivers and other similar obstacles.
The Chinese Navy announced a 30-day exercise in all seas surrounding China and bordering the country
The naval forces of the People's Liberation Army of China (PLA Navy) announced the holding of perhaps the most ambitious exercises not only in recent times, which will last a month and will be held, as stated in the statement, in all seas bordering the PRC. In addition, earlier it was announced about exercises in the Yellow Sea with the launch of missiles, these maneuvers will last until May 31 inclusive.
Ex-Pentagon specialist in electronic warfare told what Russia's advantage in electronic warfare is fraught with (Military Watch Magazine, USA)
Ex-employee of the US Department of Defense Pine: Russia has the most effective electronic warfare systems in the world
Moscow has the most effective electronic warfare systems in the world, writes MWM, citing the opinion of former US Department of Defense officer Pine. Russian troops were able to repel the vast majority of Western guided missiles and unmanned systems supplied by the Armed Forces of Ukraine.
Turkey has started mass production of Altai tanks
The head of the Department of Defense Industry (SSB) of Turkey, Haluk Gergun, announced the start of mass production of Altai main battle tanks of national design.