Mobility

Opinion

Defining Dynamic Space Ops: What it means to stay dominant in orbit

A second tier of capabilities will become more important over time, including on-orbit servicing and autonomous rendezvous and proximity operations.

US Air Force says it’s on verge of rapid electronic warfare updates

Col. Josh Koslov, commander of the 350th Spectrum Warfare Wing, once called a three-hour EW update a "moonshot," but said it's now within reach.

Is the Pentagon’s more targeted approach to CJADC2 paying off?

The shift from trying to connect everything to instead tackling the most urgent problems through experimentation is starting to yield results, some say.

Opinion

Space Force must address cybersecurity in commercial acquisitions

Cyberattacks have become the most cost-effective means for adversaries to disrupt satellites, ground stations, and user devices.

Opinion

Achieving decision-advantage at the EDGE in multi-domain operations

The rapid development of edge computing and network solutions continually forces the evolution of technology driven Command and Control and ISR systems.

For data in their sights, US special ops seek military Google Glass

The device would work day or night as well as with existing night vision gear.

New tech aims to make Marines more lethal shooters

The tools include shot tracking, instant feedback, new simulators and devices that improve technique.

Opinion

Pentagon can benefit from robust photonics infrastructure in Europe

The U.S. can make use of a robust photonics infrastructure in Europe to boost its defenses in space.

AUKUS allies developing undersea capabilities they can field this year

The three AUKUS navies may see advanced undersea technology like small drones and AI-enabled target recognition tools tested and fielded this year.

Air Force to get a head start on GPS, target tracking efforts

The service's first two Quick Start efforts involve boosting GPS resilience and advancing moving target indication capabilities.

Brazilian Air Force, Embraer launch study for surveillance fleet

A military source tells Defense News that Brazil has started looking for options to replace its P-3AM Orion maritime patrol aircraft starting in 2031.

Hundreds of satellites to give military faster tactical comms and data

The program will add more satellites and capabilities every two years.

F-16s arrive at Eglin to be modified with self-flying tech

The Air Force hopes its Venom experiments will allow it to more quickly develop self-flying drone wingmen known as CCAs.

Opinion

Indo-Pacific security hinges on cross-domain technology

The Pentagon’s CJADC2 efforts are a signal to China, experts say, especially as China pursues its own version known as Multi-Domain Precision Warfare.

How US forces can adopt Ukraine’s unconventional multidomain approach

The next war will not be won by a salvo of hypersonic missiles alone.

UK defense minister’s plane has GPS jammed near Russian territory

The aircraft experienced jamming and was forced to use alternative methods to determine its location.