The first of a new series of articles focused on innovative collaboration between the military sector and universities. Alex Hawkes talks to Dr Timothy Norman, head of computing science research at the University of Aberdeen about the department's unique involvement with the International Technology Alliance.

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From the Kiowa to Comanche and on to the Arapaho, the US army seems incapable of learning from the past. Richard B Gasparre looks at how history seems to be repeating itself.

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As the US Army cuts back the ARH-70 Arapaho programme, the service of the OH-58 Kiowa is extended once again. Richard B Gasparre asks if there are lessons to be learnt.

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New technologies are allowing the military to become more fuel efficient. Anthony Beachey analyses the impact among the ground forces of the US Army.

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Old antagonisms are rising as the US increases its missile defence capabilities. Al Elliott looks at how the Russians have reacted.

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If any operational military problem requires a top-down solution it's fratricide, otherwise known as 'friendly fire'. Unfortunately, combat identification (CID) solutions are usually pursued from the bottom up, in piecemeal fashion. As a result, there are always holes in the CID umbrella. And as the umbrella gets larger leaks multiply, even as earlier problems are solved – or relapse. Richard B Gasparre reports.

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Wireless technology has immense value for the military sector but caution remains that it can render systems vulnerable. Alex Hawkes explores the latest wireless security protocols in the market.

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Australia's new federal government didn't demand the sort of defence cutbacks many expected it would in its May budget. It has, however, asked for $1bn a year in savings while flagging a major review of defence procurement. David Binning reports.

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Saudi Arabia's defence market, one of NATO's 'core four' countries, may soon become a much more competitive account.

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For today's military, mobility and communication are the keys to any successful operation. The fast-paced battlefield demands a way for forces to communicate beyond the line of sight but bringing this all together often represents a major technological challenge, writes Nicola Boyes.

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