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Weapons & Warfare

Weapons & Warfare

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America’s military operations are constantly evolving. From boot camp to boots on the ground, anchor Ryan Robertson provides in-depth coverage of international armed conflicts and the latest technological developments in weaponry worldwide.

This autonomous platform, built by Boeing for the Navy, is a first-of-its-kind vehicle capable of serving in a wide range of mission types.

Boeing’s Orca, the next evolution in submarine warfare?

This week on Weapons and Warfare, Ryan Robertson delves into the Army's efforts to modernize office spaces for today's soldiers.

Army enhancing soldier experiences, modernizing office space: Weapons and Warfare

AeroVironment, a leading defense contractor based in Virginia, unveiled a new AI-powered drone to the battlefield in 2024.

AeroVironment introduces customizable AI UAV to the battlefield: Weapon of the Week

To transform IMCOM-Europe's building into a strategically branded facility, the Army spent $2.5 million and hired Janson Communications.

IMCOM-Europe revamping HQ into strategically branded facility

Host Ryan Robertson sits down for a conversation with the commander of the European NATO Joint Jet Pilot Training Program in Texas.

A conversation with NATO’s commander in North Texas: Weapons and Warfare

Hundreds of years later, Elbit Systems of America has what it thinks is the next major leap in howitzers, that’s why the Sigma is our Weapon of the Week.

The Sigma howitzer is a game-changer in artillery systems: Weapon of the week

The Honeywell 360 Display could become a modern warrior's best friend in low-light environments, looking much like gaming hardware.

Honeywell 360: The future of wearable tech for warfighters

This week on Weapons and Warfare, Ryan Robertson examines the Honeywell 360° Display, a game-changer in military visualization technology.

Visualizing victory with the Honeywell 360 Display: Weapons and Warfare

New drones using hydrogen are changing the battlefield and could be the next step in cutting-edge warfare technology.

New drone using hydrogen to win the fight: Weapon of the Week

Recruiting has been a problem for all branches of the military, the Air Force is no different, with not enough pilots to fill roles.

Pilot shortage prompts US Air Force to target flexibility in filling roles

This week on Weapons & Warfare, the team dove into a pressing issue facing the U.S. Air Force: the pilot shortage.

US Air Force tackles pilot shortage problem: Weapons and Warfare

The team explored the innovative strategies the Army is implementing to transform recruiting process in the ever-evolving military landscape.

The Army’s next-gen approach to recruitment: Weapons and Warfare

In today's battlespace, drones have become an essential part of any military force's strategy, with counter-drone defense is a rapidly evolving field.

New tech aims to take over enemy drones: Weapon of the Week

Military recruiters are encountering more challenges in attracting top talent to serve the country, and new ideas may be paying off.

US Army implementing new strategies amid recruiting challenges

See how cutting-edge comms tech facilitates real-time data sharing among military units, enhancing efficiency and awareness on the field.

Cutting-edge comms tech proves to be key for soldiers: Weapons and Warfare

The deal, worth $5 million, seeks to keep shooters and spotters in communication, even if such infrastructure is destroyed.

Deal between US military and Persistent Systems to keep soldiers communicating

For this week's Weapon of the Week, we take a closer look at the helmets used by the U.S. Army that utilize integrated heads-up displays.

New radar helping pilots before they hit the skies: Weapon of the week

For this week's "Weapon of the Week," we take a closer look at the helmets used by the U.S. Army that utilize integrated heads-up displays.

New helmet aims to give pilots high-tech display: Weapon of the week

At this year’s AUSA exhibition, General Dynamics Land Systems prominently displayed innovative vehicles, hoping to fill in strategic gaps.

General Dynamics has an eye on innovation at the AUSA Exhibition

This week on Weapons & Warfare, the team talked with the group trying to make making mission command mobile.

General Dynamic’s vision for a mobile command center: Weapons and Warfare

The nation’s largest branch of the military finds itself in a tough spot, with the Army struggling to tempt recruits and modernize.

US Army seeking modernization and new recruits as global threats continue to rise

Northrop Gruman's Bushmaster, a new dual-fed chain gun, aims to take out two different targets with one gun.

New dual-fed chain gun aims to take out 2 targets in 1: Weapon of the week

The Army’s senior leadership and their civilian counterparts update on the state of the Army in the face of ever-changing threats.

Leaders update on state of the US Army at AUSA 2024: Weapons and Warfare

Since March 2022, the V-22 Osprey program has experienced four crashes, resulting in 20 deaths. Now the program seeks redemption.

Amid safety obstacles, the V-22 Osprey program sees progress

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