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Airbus Bird of Prey: The Drone Hunter Is Here
5+ hour, 8+ min ago (565+ words) The rapid spread of small attack drones has forced militaries to rethink air defense. Cheap loitering munitions and one-way attack UAVs, used widely in conflicts from Ukraine to the Middle East, can overwhelm traditional defenses that rely on expensive interceptors....
Hyundai unveils rugged Boulder SUV concept made for extreme off road use
2+ hour, 1+ min ago (184+ words) Hyundai's Boulder concept showcases extreme off-road design with high clearance, coach doors, and plug-in hybrid plans for future US models. Hyundai unveiled a bold new off-road concept on April 1 at the New York Auto Show, showcasing its vision for rugged…...
Ukraine's locally built 155-mph speeding military drone set to be used
2+ hour, 53+ min ago (425+ words) Named Shvidun, the system has one of the highest interception rates against enemy Shahed drones among Ukrainian-made interceptor drones....
New US deal brings hypersonic strike power to USS Zumwalt warships
7+ hour, 37+ min ago (640+ words) USS Zumwalt has begun sea trials with new hypersonic launch tubes after a major refit replaced its advanced gun systems. On March 31, the U.S. Department of War announced a major $1.356 billion contract modification for Lockheed Martin Space, marking a key step…...
New Japanese submarine boosts stealth with lithium battery tech power
4+ hour, 45+ min ago (496+ words) The 3,307 US tons submarine will operate from Yokosuka on patrol and surveillance missions. Japan has added a new stealth asset to its underwater fleet, with the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force formally receiving its fifth Taigei-class submarine on March 10. The vessel,…...
New 2D catalyst could boost lithium-air batteries, offer 10x energy
7+ hour, 5+ min ago (459+ words) New WSe" catalyst activates full surface using platinum and vacancies, boosting battery performance and durability. Scientists have developed a new catalyst technology that could significantly improve the performance and lifespan of lithium-air batteries. The breakthrough focuses on tungsten diselenide (WSe…...
World-first quantum drones resist hacking and future cyber threats
20+ hour, 7+ min ago (485+ words) Quantum-safe drone platform using Classic McEliece tested to secure UAV communications against future threats. European defense firms have tested a new drone platform designed to stay secure even against future quantum computer attacks, marking a step toward next-generation battlefield communications....
Singaporean research boosts tandem solar cell efficiency to 32.76%
1+ day, 14+ min ago (479+ words) Researchers at the National University of Singapore have boosted the power conversion efficiency of a tandem solar cell to 32.76 percent by adding a special molecule that helps prevent crystallization of the perovskite layer. In addition to efficiency, the molecule also…...
6,300-ton vessel achieves float-off feat, to boost UK's naval power
1+ day, 5+ hour ago (785+ words) Engineers from DE&S and the Royal Navy supported the float-off'of'the'Inspiration Class frigate HMS Active and the vessel will now undergo further outfit work before test and commissioning takes place. A London-based company successfully conducted the float-off of a UK…...
Passengers stranded after 100 robotaxis fail in Wuhan traffic
1+ day, 3+ hour ago (501+ words) Driverless taxis froze mid-traffic in Wuhan due to a malfunction, exposing new risks in large-scale autonomous deployments. A mass outage of driverless taxis in Wuhan left passengers stranded in moving traffic, raising fresh concerns about autonomous vehicle safety. Authorities said…...