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With changing weather patterns, we regularly check in to forecast models and radar — as much as once a day. Whether we’re tuning in to the morning weather forecast on the TV, pulling up a weather app on our phones, or listening to the radio to get our daily forecast, we’re benefiting from NOAA’s Geostationary Operational Environmental Satellite (GOES)-R series data. As we approach the launch of the GOES-U weather satellite, the last in the GOES-R series built

Aircraft need plenty of maintenance, both routine and unexpected, to keep them in the air and ensure they are in peak flying condition; lives depend on it. Flight simulators are in demand around the clock to keep pilots and cabin crew up to scratch with their training. Artemis Aerospace looks at the components which are most regularly replaced in each and the reasons why. Aircraft are heavy duty workhorses and with airlines aiming for the minimum amount of AOG time, there's a co

Laser Photonics Corporation  a leading global developer of industrial laser systems for laser cleaning and other material processing applications, and Echelon 1 Solutions a storage and logistics solutions provider for the military, have formed a partnership to bring laser cleaning and cutting technology to the defense industry. E1S is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business based in Tampa, Fla., which aims to fill a critical gap in DOD operations. Namely, E1S aids in th

Teledyne e2v HiRel announces the availability of its latest space enhanced plastic UHF to S-Band, low noise amplifier model TDLNA0840SEP which is ideal for use in demanding high reliability applications where ultra-low power consumption, low noise figure, and small package footprint are critical for program success. This LNA, developed on a 150 nm, enhancement-mode, pseudomorphic High Electron Mobility Transistor process, is available in a 16-pin quad-flat no-lead 3 mm x 3 mm x 0.90 mm plasti

NASA, on behalf of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration has selected Lockheed Martin Corp. of Littleton, Colorado, to build the spacecraft for NOAA's Geostationary Extended Observations satellite program. This cost-plus-award-fee contract is valued at approximately $2.27 billion. It includes the development of three spacecraft as well as four options for additional spacecraft. The anticipated period of performance for this contract includes support for 10 years of

X-Bow Systems Inc. the nation's leading new 3rd supplier and advance manufacturer of solid rocket motors and defense technologies, today announced that the United States Navy has awarded it both the Mk 72 booster and Mk 104 dual-thrust solid rocket motor  development contracts to further enhance performance and increase capacitance for the service's Standard Missile program.  These awards represent the 7th and 8th SRMs to be under development and or awarded to X-Bow in the l

NASA has selected Lockheed Martin  to develop and build the nation's next generation weather satellite constellation, Geostationary Extended Observations for the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration The baseline contract is for three spacecraft with options for four additional spacecraft. The total estimated value of the contract including options is $2.27 billion. The GeoXO mission will continue and expand upon critical observations of weather provided

BAE Systems’ fourth Armored Multi-Purpose Vehicle  prototype is being showcased at Eurosatory this week. Configured with a common top plate, also known as the External Mission Equipment Package  the prototype showcases the vehicle’s ability to integrate capabilities and equipment packages internationally. This AMPV prototype features Oshkosh Defense’s Medium Caliber Weapon System  a 30mm weapon system with planned fielding to the U.S. Army’s St

L3Harris Technologies announced a strategic collaboration with Accenture to accelerate its technology reinvention. The initiative, part of L3Harris’ LHX NeXt transformation, is centered around building a strong digital core and establishing new ways of working that will help optimize operations and enable future growth. L3Harris will leverage Accenture’s deep industry expertise and digital skills steeped in cloud, infrastructure, and application services to drive increas

Gateway Mortgage, a division of Gateway First Bank, has long been a leading provider of Veteran’s Affairs  Home Loans to America’s Active-Duty military personnel, honorably discharged Veterans, surviving spouses, Reservists, and National Guard. As a part of the company's commitment to our armed forces, Gateway is launching a new Military Mortgage Advisor certification on National Flag Day. “Because VA Home Loans are unique compared to other types of mortga

The event featured advanced manufacturing technology projects the ManTech program is accelerating to bolster the DOD's capabilities to deter and defeat adversaries.   The program is made up of investment programs operated by the Air Force, Army, Navy, Defense Logistics Agency and Office of the Secretary of Defense. In addition to seeing firsthand the technologies, attendees also learned about ManTech's mission — to keep service members safe and ensure th

Leading manufacturer of light tactical vehicles and mobility systems, AM General, will feature the next generation Joint Light Tactical Vehicle A2  for the first time outside of the United States alongside the rugged HUMVEE Saber. The company is excited to showcase these two innovative platforms that demonstrate its commitment to leading the light tactical vehicle industry to meet and exceed the current and future demands of the modern battlefield.  The exposition will take place in

NH Industries and the NATO Helicopter Management Agency have signed a contract to launch the development and qualification of the NH90 Block 1 upgrade NAHEMA acted on behalf of Belgium, Germany, the Netherlands, and Italy. This programme is part of the NH90 evolution roadmap and constitutes a major upgrade in terms of capabilities for both the TTH and NFH variants of the NH90 combat helicopter. “The signature of the SWR3 contract, which marks the launch of the NH90 Block 1 upg

NTS Technical Systems the global authority for independent testing services across multiple industries has reemerged as Element U.S. Space & Defense, marking a new era in the company’s transformative 63-year legacy. As a trusted government testing partner and pioneer service provider in space exploration since the 1960s, this new brand identity underscores its commitment to space and defense while continuing to serve other commercial markets.“We have been intentional in settin

Aerojet Rocketdyne, an L3Harris Technologies company, recently completed its 1,000th delivery of both the solid rocket boost motor and Liquid Divert and Attitude Control System  for the Missile Defense Agency’s  Terminal High Altitude Area Defense system. The ahead-of-schedule delivery to Lockheed Martin demonstrates Aerojet Rocketdyne’s long-standing ability to provide trusted propulsion and precision systems for one of the nation’s primary defensive weapons again