The US Army built a mortar fire control app that runs on smartphones and tablets, replacing legacy laptop-based systems.
Firing Straight From a Phone: US Army Rolls Out New App for Controlling Mortars
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Explore the world of weapons that are shaping the future of defense.
From hypersonic missiles and directed energy systems to smart munitions, we bring you groundbreaking advancements in weaponry, showcasing how these innovations are elevating precision, power, and efficiency.
Thales RF Directed Energy Weapon Blasts Through 80 Drones in Trials
Thales’s RapidDestroyer RF directed energy weapon neutralized 80 drones in trials by frying their electronics.
Containerized Concept Emerges for US Navy’s 60kW HELIOS Laser Weapon
HELIOS is a 60-kilowatt-class directed-energy laser with a range of up to 5 miles, offering layered defense against drones, fast attack craft, and incoming missiles.
Northrop’s ‘Jackal’ Precision Strike Missile Clears Key Flight Test
Northrop Grumman’s Jackal cruise missile cleared a key flight test, validating its airframe, propulsion, and GPS-denied navigation.
Tanks With 10kW Lasers: India Explores New Layer of Armored Protection
Laser Shield concept uses 10-kW-class directed-energy weapons to counter drones at ranges beyond 1.5 km.
FN Herstal Evolves Legendary MAG Machine Gun With New Tactical Features
FN MAG upgrade adds dual-optic capability, improved handling, and ergonomics.
India Elevates Missile Strike Accuracy With Next-Gen Electronic Guidance System
Next-gen navigation and electronic guidance suite uses MEMS and fibre-optic gyroscope technologies to enhance Indian missile systems.
US Army Trials Logistics Drone That Fires 70mm Rockets
The TRV 150 logistics drone has been armed with a 70mm rocket launcher, bringing precision strike capability to battalion-level operations.
Ukraine Pushes Into Precision Strike With First Homegrown Guided Bomb
Ukraine’s first domestically built guided aerial bomb carries a 250-kilogram warhead for precision strikes.
Romania Presents ‘Sahara’ AI-Guided Cruise Missile at BSDA 2026
Sahara is an AI-guided cruise missile, with 55 kg launch weight, 10 kg payload capacity, turbojet-powered, and up to 200 km range.
