A model of Hanwha Ocean’s XLUUV on display at MADEX 2023. (Janes/Ridzwan Rahmat)
Hanwha Ocean has unveiled the basic design of the extra-large unmanned underwater vehicle (XLUUV) it is developing for the Republic of Korea Navy (RoKN).
The design was showcased via a scale model unveiled at the MADEX 2023 exhibition held in Busan from 7 to 9 June. It was conceived pursuant to a contract signed between Hanwha Ocean and the South Korean government in April 2023.
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The US Marine Corps is focusing on developing better logistics. (Janes/Michael Fabey)
To lay the foundation for revamped US Marine Corps (USMC) expeditionary operations, USMC leadership has underscored the need to properly support dispersed forces with sufficient logistics.
In much the same way, the US Navy (USN) is developing its own somewhat similarly designed distributed lethality concept that also must provide the logistics support for those far-flung, thinly spread forces.
Explore the differences and similarities between Tejas, JF-17, and F-16 fighter aircraft in terms of performance, technology, and capabilities. Find out which aircraft emerges as the superior choice in this in-depth analysis.
Tejas: India’s Pride
Introduction to the Tejas Fighter Aircraft
The Tejas, also known as the “Light Combat Aircraft” (LCA), is a single-engine, multi-role fighter aircraft developed by India’s state-owned Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL). It is designed to meet the diverse needs of the Indian Air Force (IAF) and the Indian Navy.
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As a new day dawns in Ukraine, there are indications Kyiv is making progress in its counteroffensive attack after a bloody first day that saw limited gains.
Ukraine has launched an attack largely focused in Zaphorizhzhia Oblast. As we predicted in December, it is designed to disrupt and eventually cut off the so-called land bridge to Crimea. On Thursday, the first full day of intensified action, Ukraine hit at locations in and around the largely destroyed city of Orikhiv, suffering what some U.S. officials said were “significant losses.
Mi-26 Helicopter
The Mi-26 helicopter is an exceptional aircraft known for its impressive size, remarkable cargo capacity, and advanced design. As the world’s largest helicopter, it has earned its reputation as a vital air weapon for Russia. Let’s delve into the features and capabilities that make the Mi-26 a force to be reckoned with.
Introduction
The Mi-26 helicopter stands as a testament to Russia’s engineering prowess and commitment to military advancements.
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Details are a bit thin on what appears to have been an unprecedented training mission flown by B-1B Bones that are currently forward deployed to RAF Fairford in the United Kingdom as part of the Bomber Task Force rotation. The Bones in question flew all the way to the Persian Gulf, and fired some very high-end weapons along the way — including AGM-158 Joint Air-to-Surface Standoff Missiles (JASSMs).
As Green Beret recruiting has faltered for years, the Army has also been chipping away at the size of its elite units.
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The Russian BM-21 rocket launcher, also known as the “Grad,” is an iconic 122mm 40-barrel self-propelled rocket artillery system that originated in the former Soviet Union. Since its introduction into the Soviet Army Artillery Corps in 1964, it has played a vital role in various military operations. This article explores the history, technical specifications, and global impact of the BM-21 rocket launcher, shedding light on its significance as one of the world’s deadliest multiple rocket launchers (MBRL).
Japan’s Defense Ministry announced Wednesday, June 7, that it had signed four contracts worth 314.7 billion yen ($2.3 billion) with Mitsubishi Heavy Industries (MHI) and Kawasaki Heavy Industries (KHI) to develop their own missiles.
Tokyo is striving to acquire counter-strike capabilities as soon as possible amid rising tensions in the region over China’s assertive behavior, North Korea’s relentless nuclear and missile development and Russia’s ongoing aggression against Ukraine.
Among the four contracts, the one that the ministry has awarded to KHI for 33.
The latest progress report on major weapon systems from the U.S. government’s supreme audit institution sheds light on the reasons why the U.S. Air Force has, so far, only received two F-15EX Eagle II fighter jets. A combination of wrangling over the planned acquisition totals and production issues with the first batches of jets has pushed the timeline to the right.