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🔎 Research led by the Air Force Corrosion Protection and Control Office and the University of Dayton Research Institute examined how different artificial aging methods impact the mechanical and chemical properties of U.S. Air Force aerospace coating systems. The study found that while some methods—such as AMS MA48721 Method A—significantly reduced hardness and tensile strength, others like high oven temperature aging (HOA) had minimal effects. These findings provide valuable insight for future USAF technology transition efforts and the selection of appropriate coating aging methods. 🔗 Read the full article at https://lnkd.in/g99k_SG3 #Aerospace #Corrosion #Coatings #Research #MaterialsPerformance

The Albuquerque-based BlueHalo, an AV company, plans to enter an exclusive arena of >100 kW laser systems, flirting with the technical elite of Northrop Grumman, Lockheed Martin, nLIGHT DEFENSE Systems, Inc., and General Atomics. This is a marked step-up for an organization currently providing 20 kW laser systems. In fact, and you can reference some of Jared Keller's excellent summaries, one delivered 150-kW system would likely supply more laser power than they've delivered cumulatively since their early days under their legacy APPLIED TECHNOLOGY ASSOCIATES ATA. Boldness and confidence is what #DirectedEnergy and #HighEnergyLasers needs as the US Department of War plans FY26 to be 5-year low for the DE budget. What's not clear is whether or not we really need 150 kW laser systems, or if ten (x10) 15-kW systems (or (x5) 30-kW) systems would actually be a better use of funding, strengthening the Defense Industrial Base in a meaningful way, and provide better protection through a #DEWSwarm. From a $/km^2 standpoint, defeating Group 1/2 UAS, the 30-kW system is ~$0.795M/km^2 (2 km range) and a 150-kW system is ~$1.2M/km^2 (5 kM range). Given the budget for the 150-kW system, you can likely get upwards of (x10) 30-kW systems, doubling the amount of power you put in the air and increasing the total ground covered by 60%. Keep in mind that 30-kW systems are far less complex to build and much faster to procure and carry less supply chain and inventory risk. Fewer lower power systems will also accelerate the DOT-MILPFP, a critical shortfall in the deployment of Directed Energy Lasers. 🔄 Repost to spread the 📓 word 👍 Follow for more content! ☎️ Contact for other independent services for photonics in Aerospace and Defense https://lnkd.in/e2RvHAxn

🚀 GEDEF Holdings South America | Advanced Filling Reactor for MK-Series & 155mm Artillery GEDEF is proud to present our in-house filling reactor system, originally designed and engineered by BR Defense — now fully integrated into our GEDEF Holdings South America production facilities. Developed with precision and compliance, this reactor enables safe, efficient filling of MK-series bombs, MK rockets, and 155mm artillery shells, supporting large-scale production and contract manufacturing under strict QA/QC and MIL-SPEC standards. Key Highlights: • Design Origin: BR Defense Engineering Division (Brazil) • Current Operator: GEDEF Holdings South America • Applications: MK-series bombs, MK rockets, and 155mm artillery • Capacity: 30,000 units/month (each reactor 15,000 units/month) • Quality Assurance: ISO and MIL-STD aligned production with full traceability and inspection availability GEDEF continues to expand its South American defense manufacturing capabilities, combining engineering innovation with production reliability. For technical documentation, partnership inquiries, or escorted factory visits: 📩 pablo@globalequitydef.com 📩 leandro.waismann@globalequitydef.com 🌐 https://gedef.br.com #GEDEF #BRDefense #DefenseIndustry #Munitions #155mm #MKSeries #Engineering #Manufacturing #SouthAmericaDefense #QualityAssurance Capt. Pablo A. Ahmad-Q Leandro Waismann Candido

COTS Journal is a technology-in-context book that looks at any embedded technology any-where it exists. The editors assess the applicability of the world's best embedded research and standards, methodologies and products for government, military and aerospace applications.

Here's the quick video for the scrollers: But.. If you want to know more ---> https://lnkd.in/e5c9wHDu If you want a full uncut demo ---> https://lnkd.in/ecKusX2M https://lnkd.in/eZems9WA Mission Monitor requires Battlespace Simulations MACE to function. It's not new software, it's content for MACE. CAE USA Lockheed Martin Northrop Grumman BAE Systems, Inc. Hyperion Defence Solutions Blue Air Training Corp. Leidos SAIC Air Force Agency for Modeling & Simulation (AFAMS) Halldale Group National Center For Simulation (NCS)

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📢 Defense Technology Monitor No. 114📢 ○ A polymer that heals on impact; ○ Navy tests first sea-based hypersonic launch; ○ Progress toward power beaming; ○ Sound waves expose hidden seafloor bombs; ○ Fix the data, fix the AI 🔗 Click below to read more: https://buff.ly/Xnjdex1

Rare earth elements such as neodymium and dysprosium are critical to the production of advanced defense technologies—from precision weaponry to radar and aerospace systems. 📈Their growing strategic importance underscores the need for secure and sustainable supply chains. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/esBAu64b #REE

KYOCERA AVX Launches Miniature High-Reliability Capacitors for Aerospace and Defense Applications KYOCERA AVX has introduced the DSCC 25007 Mini BME Stacks, a new line of miniature, high-capacitance X7R capacitors built with base metal electrodes (BME) and designed for extreme aerospace, military, and space environments. The capacitors deliver high-CV performance, compact size, low ESR, and superior vibration resistance, offering up to 1/9th the weight and 1/6th the volume of traditional PME components. Fully traceable and 100% Group A tested, the series marks a significant advance in lightweight, high-reliability capacitor technology, with future multi-chip variants planned for release in 2026. Follow the page for the latest market insights and trends, all in one place. #TheSource #ReboundGroup #ReboundElectronics #MarketInsights #Aerospace #Defense #Capacitor #Kyocera #TechTrends #Manufacturing

At the heart of our nation’s tactical solid rocket motor capabilities sits Northrop Grumman’s team at the Allegany Ballistics Laboratory in Rocket Center, WV. Now, with a new, state-of-the-art Missile Integration Facility, we’re adding another 113,000 sq. ft. of manufacturing capacity to the Mountain State. This expanded footprint will accelerate strike missile production, bring jobs and economic growth to the region, and bolster our nation’s ability to respond to ever-evolving threats with the most advanced solutions available. https://lnkd.in/dQX57gdU