Army explores futuristic uniform for SOCOM
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DefenceTalkArmy researchers are responding to a request from the U.S. Special Operations Command for technologies to help develop a revolutionary Tactical Assault Light Operator Suit. The Tactical Assault Light Operator Suit, or TALOS, is an advanced infantry uniform that promises to provide superhuman strength with greater ballistic protection. Using wide-area networking and on-board computers, operators […]https://www.defencetalk.com/army-explores-futuristic-uniform-for-socom-47943/
Army’s 2014 modernization plan prioritizes Soldiers in fight
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DefenceTalkThe Army’s fiscal year 2014 Equipment Modernization Plan, now working its way through Congress, prioritizes equipping warfighters in Afghanistan while simultaneously preparing for an uncertain future. Programs in the modernization strategy are grouped within ten “portfolios,” but some of those programs the Army has called out as being priorities for the service. Several programs that […]https://www.defencetalk.com/armys-2014-modernization-plan-prioritizes-soldiers-in-fight-47935/
General Dynamics to Deliver Army’s Newest Tactical Ground Station Intelligence System
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DefenceTalkThe U.S. Army awarded a contract to General Dynamics C4 Systems for 10 vehicle-mounted Tactical Ground Station (TGS) Lot D systems with an option for 11 additional systems. The TGS system is part of the Distributed Common Ground System-Army (DCGS-A), the Army’s primary deployed system for posting, processing and distributing intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance information […]https://www.defencetalk.com/general-dynamics-to-deliver-armys-newest-tactical-ground-station-intelligence-system-47890/
Warrior Web Prototype Takes Its First Steps
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DefenceTalkA Soldier carries a 61-pound load while walking in a prototype DARPA Warrior Web system during an independent evaluation by the U.S. Army. Warrior Web seeks to create a soft, lightweight under-suit that would help reduce injuries and fatigue common for Soldiers, who often carry 100-pound loads for extended periods over rough terrain. DARPA envisions […]https://www.defencetalk.com/warrior-web-prototype-takes-its-first-steps-47895/
Asymmetric Warfare Group targets NIE 13.2
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DefenceTalkThe Asymmetric Warfare Group, the “operational arm” of U.S. Army Training and Doctrine Command, is leveraging Network Integration Evaluation 13.2’s multi-echelon training and live mission sets in which Soldiers from 2nd Brigade Combat Team, 1st Armored Division, are conducting tactical operations. Referring to the Asymmetric Warfare Group, or AWG, as the Army’s global scouts, Lt. […]https://www.defencetalk.com/asymmetric-warfare-group-targets-nie-13-2-47847/
Army Europe provides venue for US, multinational Special Forces training
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DefenceTalkWhat does a commander do when the unit has a mission in Afghanistan, and they’re partnering with nation’s more than 6,000 miles away? The 10th Special Forces Group (Airborne), also called 10th SFG(A), of Fort Carson, Colo., met Special Forces units from four European nations at Grafenwoehr Training Area, April 16-28, to prepare for an […]https://www.defencetalk.com/army-europe-provides-venue-for-us-multinational-special-forces-training-47845/
Interoperability with intelligence community paramount for DCGS-A
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DefenceTalkThis week, the Army Intelligence and Security Command conducted a demonstration of the Distributed Common Ground System – Army, for members of the press as well as members of Congress and their staff to help them better understand the system. The top message coming out of the demonstration was that Distributed Common Ground System – […]https://www.defencetalk.com/interoperability-with-intelligence-community-paramount-for-dcgs-a-47825/
Fort Bliss unveils Army’s first microgrid
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DefenceTalkFort Bliss, Texas, has unveiled the Army’s first microgrid that will save resources, provide energy security, and be a model for other microgrids throughout the base. The system integrates renewable energy, local power, energy storage and load management to guarantee uninterrupted continuous power in adverse conditions, said Maj. Gen. Dana J.H. Pittard, commanding general of […]https://www.defencetalk.com/fort-bliss-unveils-armys-first-microgrid-47828/
Soldiers must consider OPSEC when using social media
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DefenceTalkIt’s as easy as a click of a mouse or a tap on a smartphone, and in a few seconds sensitive Army information might be shared that could get Soldiers killed. With the ease of social media, in any part of the globe, at any time, a Soldier, Army civilian or family member can post […]https://www.defencetalk.com/soldiers-must-consider-opsec-when-using-social-media-47816/
Army operations on Korean Peninsula protected from sequestration
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DefenceTalkArmy operations on the Korean Peninsula remain a top priority and are being protected from the impacts of sequestration, said the Army Pacific Commander. Lt. Gen. Francis J. Wiercinski said sequestration has forced the Army to cut back in areas and “given us limitations.” “There are certainly things that we cannot touch and that we […]https://www.defencetalk.com/army-operations-on-korean-peninsula-protected-from-sequestration-47803/