Intelligence Analysis to Take Down a Terrorist
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Intelligence experts are increasingly relying on advanced data extraction software in the fight against terrorism. Berenice Baker talks to the CEO of i2, Bob Griffin, to find out how increasingly intelligent computer software can sift through mounds of information to help intelligence agencies track down terrorists.
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Snapshot: Argentina’s Defence Industry
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Like many Latin American countries, Argentina is increasing its defence expenditure at a robust pace. Modernisation plans, participation in overseas peacekeeping and an ongoing dispute with the UK over the Falkland Islands will all drive expenditure, although elections in October 2011 could reveal yet another budgetary revision.
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Editor’s Column: The Month in Defence – June 2011
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This month, Syria's protest crackdown continues, the US accelerates Afghan withdrawal and the Paris Air Show impresses. Defence editor Berenice Baker casts an eye over the key military news that hit the headlines over the past month.
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Solar Soldier
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Powering hi-tech equipment has its limits as soldiers are weighed down by the batteries they can carry. To ease the strain, the UK Solar Soldier programme is pouring resources into capturing solar energy as it looks to lighten the load and provide an environmentally friendly equivalent. Liam Stoker finds out how much closer we are to solar powered soldiers.
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Mind’s Eye: Visual Intelligence Takes to the Battlefield
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Applying visual intelligence to video could reduce the demand on analysts to detect and report on suspicious activity. Berenice Baker reports on a new DARPA project to develop transformative technology that could enable systems to recognise and react intelligently to events captured by UAVs and static platforms.
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Seek and Deploy: Weapon Location Systems
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Weapon location systems for pinpointing enemy fire are an important asset for troops on the ground. Chris Lo investigates this vital technology and its applications on the modern battlefield.
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Global Defence Technology Magazine – Issue 4 Out Now
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This month we look at the latest technology in military electronics and power supply systems.
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Snapshot: Global Armoured Vehicles and Counter IED Vehicles Market
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Spurred by the demands of Afghan warfare, the armoured vehicle industry has witnessed significant modernisation. With the end of operations in sight and due to widespread austerity measures, however, the market is expected to decline by 2021.
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Between a Rock and a Staircase: Vehicle Track Technology
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Technology to keep vehicles on the move in harsh and demanding terrain is of utmost importance to the military. Here, we take a closer look at the latest technological advancement in wheel and track technology, and look into why tracks may be the propulsion of the future.
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The Nato Missile Defence Shield
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Nato is assembling a missile defence shield in Europe to protect member states from potential attacks by enemy nations. Berenice Baker examines the technological and political driving forces behind it.
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