MD Helicopters, Elbit Systems Team Up on Scout Attack Helicopter Modernization
Elbit Systems and MD Helicopters have signed a teaming agreement to incorporate new features into a scout attack helicopter platform designed for military customers.
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Allison Transmission to Help Army Update Armored Personnel Carrier Propulsion Tech
The U.S. Army's Tank-automotive and Armaments Command has partnered with Allison Transmission to equip M113 armored personnel carriers with an updated propulsion technology. Allison said Thursday it will provide the X200-4A cross-drive transmission system that features a hydraulic torque converter along with a technology package designed to support propulsion, brakes and steering.
TeamingPro-TIC Partnership Seeks to Offer Tech-Based Business Dev’t Support for Contractors
TeamingPro and The Intelligence Community Inc. have partnered with the intent to help contracting firms identify team partners and pursue contract opportunities in the intelligence and defense sectors.
Aerojet Rocketdyne Finishes Preliminary Tests Under DARPA Hypersonics Program; Eileen Drake Quoted
Aerojet Rocketdyne has concluded the initial firing tests of a hypersonic propulsion system for the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency.
AeroVironment Studies Insect Brain Functionality Under DARPA AI Program
AeroVironment received a multimillion dollar contract from the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency under the Microscale Biomimetic Robust Artificial Intelligence Networks program to study the brains of dragonfly and house fly to gain insights for use in the development of new AI models.
Mike Knowles: Cubic Eyes Contract to Integrate SLATE Training Tech With F-35
Mike Knowles, head of Cubic’s global defense business, said the company aims to secure a contract from the U.S. Air Force and the U.S. Navy in 2020 to integrate its training platform with the F-35 fighter aircraft, Defense News reported Wednesday.
Data Points to Slowdown in Blockchain Investments
CB Insights has observed that executive mentions of blockchain on earnings calls are declining. The market research company forecasts that traditional venture capital investments in companies focused on the technology will hit $1.6B during 2019, down from $4.1B in VC funds recorded last year.
Lockheed Eyes 2020 Delivery of Virtual F-35 Training System
Lockheed Martin intends to launch an integrated mission training system designed for multiple F-35 pilots and networks in various geographical areas, National Defense Magazine reported Tuesday.