Introduction As global tensions continue to escalate, militaries are increasingly turning their attention to a challenging and often overlooked domain—high-altitude warfare. Operating in terrains that rise above 10,000 feet (3,000 meters), soldiers and machines alike must contend with brutal…...
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Introduction The 2019 drone strikes targeting Saudi Arabia’s Abqaiq and Khurais oil facilities represented a pivotal moment in military history, revealing that even nations armed with advanced air defense systems can be vulnerable to low-cost, asymmetric unmanned aerial threats. This…...
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Introduction Additive manufacturing, more commonly known as 3D printing, has evolved from a niche prototyping tool into a transformative industrial capability. While its benefits in medicine, aerospace, and consumer goods are celebrated, its darker potential is drawing increasing attention from…...
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Introduction: In the ever-evolving landscape of modern warfare, the ability to conceal military assets and personnel from adversaries has become increasingly vital. In the ever-evolving landscape of modern warfare, the quest for stealth and protection has driven relentless innovation in…...
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The Challenge: Meeting Emissions Targets While Cutting Costs The global shipping industry is at a critical juncture. The International Maritime Organization’s (IMO) 2050 zero-emission target is fast approaching, and the looming implementation of carbon pricing mechanisms will fundamentally change the…...
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Free Space Optical (FSO) communication refers to a line-of-sight communication technology that transmits modulated light beams—typically infrared—through the atmosphere. FSO uses the air as its transmission medium, allowing for high-speed data transfer without the need for physical cabling or spectrum…...
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The Stealth Threat in Our Harbors Unmanned Undersea Vehicles (UUVs)—ranging from low-cost reconnaissance drones to armed “kamikaze” systems—are fast becoming one of the most asymmetric threats to U.S. maritime infrastructure. Adversaries use these quiet, stealthy platforms to mine harbors, spy…...
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Introduction: A New Light in Global Connectivity In a world increasingly defined by data velocity and digital reach, the demand for faster, more secure, and more resilient communication has never been greater. As traditional infrastructure like fiber optics and radio…...
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The New Battleground: Logistics in the Age of Strategic Competition Military logistics is no longer the quiet background function of warfare—it has become the algorithmic battlespace where wars are increasingly won or lost. As near-peer conflicts intensify and supply lines…...
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Hydrogen: The Clean Energy Game-Changer In the race to reach net-zero emissions, one fuel is capturing the world’s imagination—and investment dollars—like no other: hydrogen. In particular, green hydrogen, produced using renewable energy, is emerging as a versatile and powerful energy…...
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