Researching for a presentation I gave last summer at the National Defense Industrial Association Future Forces Conferences on robotics and drones I realized that while the US Army is working diligently to field drones in large numbers, it’s just a drop in the bucket once they figure out how many ground robotic systems they’ll need. To illustrate my point I explained that at the time, the US Army had an inventory of around 3,900 aircraft and 700 enduring capability drones. Meanwhile, there were ~420,000 ground vehicles making it about 11:1 ground to air systems. I expect we’ll see a similar ratio of ground to air robotics once the capability fully settles into the enterprise and those ground robots will take many forms and perform many duties. This capability is just the beginning. According to a Special Notice released last week, Capability Program Executive (CPE) Mission Autonomy is actively pursuing a UGV designed to autonomously support maneuver formations in the critical “last tactical mile”. This advanced UGV, owned by maneuver formations, will both sustain Platoon and Company formations by delivering essential supplies/energy and will evacuate wounded personnel from the point of injury to a casualty collection point. This dual use UGV…
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Exploiting enemy communications has never been more important for New Zealand Army Electronic Warfare Operators. As warfare continues to evolve technologically, maintaining their technical abilities, tactical mindset and overall fitness is imperative. 21 APRIL, 2026 As enemy troops advance up the southern coast of the fictional island of Panay, an…
Berryville, AR — Wilson Combat is proud to announce the immediate acquisition of the Guncrafter Industries brand and assets, bringing together two of the most respected names in American custom firearms manufacturing. This strategic acquisition unites decades of innovation, precision engineering, and uncompromising craftsmanship under one banner while preserving the…
Federal prosecutors on Tuesday indicted the Southern Poverty Law Center (SPLC) for fraud, alleging the civil rights group secretly used donor money to pay leaders and members of white supremacist and other extremist groups for inside information, the Justice Department said. Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche said the Alabama-based nonprofit…
Marine Corps Base Quantico, Va. — In a pivotal step for infantry modernization, the Marine Corps has successfully completed Initial Operational Test and Evaluation (IOT&E) and the early capability release of the Organic Precision Fires-Light (OPF-L) system. Managed by the Program Manager for Ground Weapons Systems (PM GWS) at Portfolio…
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MoreBeretta Launched Training Gear at NRAAM 26 I got a chance to look at Beretta’s new Training Gear Collection during last week’s NRA Annual Meeting & Exposition in Houston. Developed in collaboration with elite shooters to enhance performance on the range and in competition, the line is moves with the…
New M-LOK Accessories from Magpul Magpul showed off their new M-LOK Accessories at the recent NRA Annual Meeting & Exhibition in Houston and I’ve got to say I’m looking forward to them. First up is the Index Stop, a low profile means to ensure a consistent grip, time after time.…
President Donald Trump announced an extension to the two-week ceasefire Tuesday on Truth Social, saying that Iran’s government was “seriously fractured” and Pakistan had asked him to hold off on resuming attacks. Trump said that the U.S. blockade would continue “until such time as their proposal is submitted, and discussions…
WASHINGTON — The U.S. Army today announced the implementation of the new Combat Field Test (CFT), a major update to its physical readiness program designed to align fitness standards with the demanding realities of modern combat. Implementation will begin in April 2026. The CFT is required annually for active-duty Soldiers…
Virginia voters on Tuesday approved a measure allowing Democrats to draw a new congressional map, a victory the party says could help it gain up to five House seats as it seeks to reclaim control of Congress. Subscribe Today Get daily emails in your inbox The initiative passed…
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MoreA two-week ceasefire to the Iran War is set to expire on Tuesday as Iran says they still have no plans yet to attend talks to negotiate a deal. In an X post on Monday, Iranian Speaker of Parliament Mohammed Bagher Ghalibaf said that “Trump, by imposing a siege and…
FULDA, GERMANY, 20 April 2026 Mehler Systems, a global leader in ballistic protection and tactical gear solutions, has signed a share sale and purchase agreement to acquire a major stake in Craig International Ballistics (CIB). The acquisition is still pending approval under the Foreign Acquisitions and Takeovers Act of Australia.…
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Delta Three Oscar and Craig International Ballistics Announce NIJ 0101.07 Testing for Next Generation Body Armour Blacksburg, Virginia, April 17th 2026 – Delta Three Oscar, the tactical division of D3O, the global leader in advanced protection materials, and Craig International Ballistics (CIB), a leading manufacturer of high-performance ballistic systems, today…
Beecher Tactical – 3D Printed Plate Carrier Back in 2006 I wrote in my introduction to the book “Battle Rattle” about the future of load carriage and my prediction that one day we would no longer sew fabric together but rather use either glue or welding to form our gear.…
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MARCH AIR RESERVE BASE, Calif. – In a classroom here, Soldiers learned that on today’s battlefield, even a small drone can present a serious threat. Through small unmanned aircraft systems training, they sharpened the skills needed to identify, report, and respond to emerging aerial dangers. To increase readiness on an…
X-Bow Debuts In-House Electronic Ignition Safety Device at Sea-Air-Space NATIONAL HARBOR, MD., Apr. 20, 2026 8:00 AM EDT — X-Bow Systems Inc (X-Bow), the leading non-traditional producer of solid rocket motors (SRMs), sub-orbital launch solutions and defense technologies, today announced a significant industry milestone at the Sea-Air-Space Expo 2026: the…
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NRAAM 26 – SRC Tactical SRC Tactical offers padded boxer briefs (for men and women) designed for comfort with carrying concealed. There are three models: appendix, three o’clock, and five o’clock, depending on where you carry your firearm. As you can see there’s a Fast Draw Channel cutout padding which…
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Iran said Monday, the 13th day of a two-week ceasefire, that it still has no plans to participate in a new round of negotiations with the U.S. In a press conference on Monday morning, Iran’s Foreign Ministry Spokesman Esmaeil Baqaei said, “So far, we have not made any decisions regarding…
