Army looks to blend cyber, electronic warfare capabilities on battlefield
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DefenceTalkAs new technologies emerge and new cyber and electronic warfare threats plague Soldiers in the field, U.S. Army scientists and engineers continue to define next-generation protocols and system architectures to help develop technology capabilities to combat these threats in an integrated and expedited fashion. As part of the Integrated Cyber and Electronic Warfare, or ICE, […]https://www.defencetalk.com/army-looks-to-blend-cyber-electronic-warfare-capabilities-on-battlefield-49529/
Despite Budget Crunch, JLTV Purchase Plans Remain Unchanged
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DefenceTalkDespite budget cuts, furloughs, sequestration, continuing resolutions, ongoing changes in force structure, and a government shutdown, both the Army and Marine Corps are committed to buying the same amount of Joint Light Tactical Vehicles they initially set out to purchase. The JLTV is designed to replace the Humvee, and to bring additional capability to both […]https://www.defencetalk.com/despite-budget-crunch-jltv-purchase-plans-remain-unchanged-49505/
Poland Orders 307 AMV Rosomaks Vehicles
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DefenceTalkBy 2019 the Polish army will get an additional three hundred and seven vehicles. The Agreement was signed in the presence of the Minister of National Defense Tomasz Siemoniak and Deputy Minister Waldemar Skrzypczak by the head of the Inspectorate of Armaments and the CEO of WZM S.A. Mr. Adam Janik stated that the first […]https://www.defencetalk.com/poland-orders-307-amv-rosomaks-vehicles-49500/
Army Looks to Blend Cyber, Electronic Warfare Capabilities On the Battlefield
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DefenceTalkAs new technologies emerge and new cyber and electronic warfare threats plague Soldiers in the field, U.S. Army scientists and engineers continue to define next-generation protocols and system architectures to help develop technology capabilities to combat these threats in an integrated and expedited fashion. As part of the Integrated Cyber and Electronic Warfare, or ICE, […]https://www.defencetalk.com/army-looks-to-blend-cyber-electronic-warfare-capabilities-on-the-battlefield-49472/
Army leaders: Network, NIEs critical to future force
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DefenceTalkAfter putting the tactical communications network “under pressure” in a realistic operational environment in order to quickly deliver a “digital guardian angel” to troops in Afghanistan, Army leaders said the Network Integration Evaluation process is adapting to drive continued innovation. The network remains a critical modernization priority in today’s uncertain budget and national security climate, […]https://www.defencetalk.com/army-leaders-network-nies-critical-to-future-force-49478/
Improvements to Army’s new 5.56mm production lines
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DefenceTalkThe Program Executive Office for Ammunition’s Enhanced Performance Round program shaved off more than $20 million dollars in a value engineering project aimed at renovating the bullet production lines and improving the program’s purchasing strategies. The M855A1 Enhanced Performance Round, or EPR, is the newest member of the Army’s small-caliber family of munitions fired from […]https://www.defencetalk.com/improvements-to-armys-new-5-56mm-production-lines-49452/
Army seeks to overcome depression stigma
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DefenceTalkOctober is National Depression Awareness Month, with the theme “The courage to seek help.” The Army is calling on commanders and leaders to inform Soldiers, dependents and civilian personnel that depression is treatable, and help decrease the stigma associated with seeking treatment. “We are trying to raise awareness regarding depression and encourage Soldiers and other […]https://www.defencetalk.com/army-seeks-to-overcome-depression-stigma-49371/
US Army: Shaping the Future of Sustainment
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DefenceTalkThrough nearly 12 years of continuous combat operations, valuable lessons have been learned. Our sustainment formations have evolved in order to support operations in Iraq, Afghanistan, and elsewhere around the world. This evolution produced sustainers and sustainment organizations that are battle-tested, confident in their abilities, and mission-focused with an all-embracing desire to support the Soldier. […]https://www.defencetalk.com/us-army-shaping-the-future-of-sustainment-49335/
First Army, Guard add UAS capability to pre-deployment training
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DefenceTalkGetting a clearer picture of the enemy helps Soldiers more effectively accomplish their mission, and Army National Guard Soldiers deploying through the Camp Shelby Joint Forces Training Center here, have a new intelligence tool to help get that picture. Dubbed the Company Intelligence Support Team, or COIST, workstation, Soldiers have access to a One Station […]https://www.defencetalk.com/first-army-guard-add-uas-capability-to-pre-deployment-training-49341/
Air Force, Army work together during exercise
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DefenceTalkYUKON TRAINING AREA, Alaska (The 5th Squadron, 1st Cavalry Regiment, 1st Stryker Brigade Combat Team, 25th Infantry Division, recently conducted a large-scale, joint training event at the Yukon Training Area, Alaska. More than 450 Troopers and support Soldiers deployed to the Yukon Training Area, and transitioned immediately into multiple combat training scenarios. The exercise provided […]https://www.defencetalk.com/air-force-army-work-together-during-exercise-49338/