Innovations
Technological and operational innovations in the UAS and counter-UAS space — what emerged first, where, and what it changes. Each entry is sourced, dated, and linked to the drones involved.
GDLS to deliver PERCH 2.0 loitering munition prototypes to US Army unit
GDLS is delivering four PERCH 2.0 loitering-munitions platform prototypes to the US Army’s 1st Brigade, 1st Cavalry Division. This indicates a new/updated loitering munition system entering operational unit evaluation, potentially expanding…
Lockheed unveils PAC-3 Edge next-gen Patriot interceptor
Lockheed Martin announced PAC-3 Edge, a next-generation Patriot interceptor, with planned major internal investment in the missile plus upgrades to its seeker and solid rocket motor. This indicates an evolving air/missile-defense intercepto…
US to integrate AGM-158C LRASM anti-ship missile onto B-52 bombers
The post describes planned integration of the stealthy AGM-158C LRASM onto USAF B-52 bombers, adding a long-range maritime strike capability to a high-payload platform. While LRASM is not new, fielding it on B-52s is a notable capability ex…
South Korea tests domestically developed hypersonic boost-glide vehicle
South Korea released imagery from its first successful test of a domestically developed hypersonic boost-glide vehicle (HGV), including launch from a TEL and end-of-flight impact. The novelty is the apparent validation of core HGV technolog…
US Army activates 4th Multi-Domain Task Force for Indo-Pacific fires integration
The US Army activated the 4th Multi-Domain Task Force, a new formation intended to synchronize long-range precision fires and integrate effects across domains (cyber, space, EW, intelligence, unmanned systems, and C2) for Indo-Pacific opera…
KrattWorks developing Shahed-like jet target drone for air-defense training
Estonia’s KrattWorks is developing an aerial target drone designed to mimic jet-powered Shahed-type UAV operations so militaries can realistically train air defenses and interceptor-drone teams against this threat. While not a frontline wea…
Ukraine to begin Rafale pilot training in France
France will start training Ukrainian pilots on the Rafale, signaling a planned future introduction of Rafale operations and associated Western weapons/EW capabilities into Ukraine’s air force. The article also notes ongoing licensing/locali…
AI-enabled C2 platform Nexus integrates sensors and interceptor drones in Ukraine
Dutch firm Intelic is rolling out its AI-powered Nexus command-and-control software in Ukraine to fuse multiple radars/sensors/cameras and coordinate reconnaissance verification plus interceptor-drone engagements from a single interface. Th…
USMC ACV to receive Anduril Pulsar-L counter-UAS sensor/jammer
The Marine Corps awarded Anduril a contract to field the Pulsar-L counter-UAS package on Amphibious Combat Vehicles, adding an onboard sensor-and-jammer capability against small Group 1/2 RF drones. This reflects adaptation to Ukraine-drive…
Sig Sauer develops 25-round magazine and stiffer handguard for M8 NGSW carbine
Sig Sauer is introducing a 25-round magazine for the Army’s 6.8x51mm NGSW family to address ammunition loadout concerns versus the prior 20-round mag, and is also redesigning the M8’s handguard to reduce flex that misaligns lasers/NV aiming…