Rajesh Uppal
3 hours ago Defense & Military, Technology & Systems Management, Thermal, Propulsion & Energy
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Introduction: The Electric Battlefield Imperative Modern warfare is entering an era where electrification isn’t just a technological upgrade—it’s a decisive force multiplier. With the proliferation of AI-enhanced command centers, directed-energy weapons, next-gen sensors, and autonomous platforms, energy consumption on the battlefield is rising exponentially. Traditional 28V DC architectures, …
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Rajesh Uppal
15 hours ago Geopolitics, Strategy & Technological Rivalries, Material, Weapons & Munitions
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Rising Challenges in Aerospace The landscape of aerospace engineering is undergoing a rapid transformation, driven by the race to develop faster, more agile, and more resilient flight systems. As aircraft and spacecraft venture into hypersonic regimes and deep space, they encounter operating environments far beyond the capabilities of traditional materials …
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Rajesh Uppal
22 hours ago Defense & Military, Geopolitics, Strategy & Technological Rivalries, Industry & Market Dynamics
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India’s defense market is undergoing a period of rapid expansion, largely driven by the heightened security concerns following recent military tensions with China and a renewed thrust on indigenous production under the “Make in India” initiative. This transformation reflects India’s growing need for self-reliance in defense capabilities, technological advancement, and …
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Rajesh Uppal
1 day ago Navy & Maritime, Thermal, Propulsion & Energy
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The maritime industry stands at an inflection point. With the International Maritime Organization’s (IMO) binding net-zero framework now approved, and over 1,300 liquefied natural gas (LNG) vessels retrofitted and operational globally, the race to decarbonize has moved from policy ambitions to on-the-water execution. As penalties from FuelEU Maritime begin …
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Rajesh Uppal
2 days ago Mechanical, Navy & Maritime, Thermal, Propulsion & Energy
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Global shipping is the backbone of international trade, enabling the movement of over 80% of the world’s goods. Yet as demand for maritime transport grows, so does its environmental footprint. The shipping industry currently accounts for nearly 3% of global greenhouse gas emissions—a figure projected to rise without decisive intervention. …
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Rajesh Uppal
2 days ago Air Force & Aviation, Thermal, Propulsion & Energy
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The roar of jet engines may soon give way to the near-silent hum of hydrogen fuel cells. Aviation, which currently contributes around 4% of global warming and is projected to add approximately 0.1°C of temperature rise by 2050, is undergoing a pivotal shift. The answer may lie not in biofuels …
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Rajesh Uppal
3 days ago Biotech & Synthetic Biology, Human & Soldier Systems, Nanotech
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The battlefield has evolved. Imagine a platoon advancing through a dense urban zone where invisible threats—like aerosolized anthrax spores—float undetected in the air. Without warning, a soldier’s wrist sensor vibrates, silently flashing a red alert: “Bacillus anthracis detected: 50m NW, lethal concentration.” Within seconds, tactical masks deploy across the squad, …
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Rajesh Uppal
4 days ago Material, Quantum
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The Quantum Revolution: Beyond Classical Limits We are living through a technological renaissance, one fundamentally shaped by the counterintuitive principles of quantum mechanics. At the core of this new era lies a set of phenomena that defy classical logic—superposition, where quantum bits or “qubits” can exist in multiple states simultaneously; …
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Rajesh Uppal
4 days ago AI & IT, Biotech & Synthetic Biology, Human & Soldier Systems, Material
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Your feet carry the mission—now cutting-edge footwear carries your feet. Modern military boots have evolved beyond leather and steel into biomechanical marvels. They’re now embedded with carbon fiber, adaptive cushioning, smart sensors, and even LiFi communications. As the global military footwear market surges toward $8.3 billion by 2035, innovation is …
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Rajesh Uppal
4 days ago Biotech & Synthetic Biology, Thermal, Propulsion & Energy
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The U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) faces a strategic vulnerability that runs deep through its logistics systems—petrochemicals. These petroleum-derived carbon molecules underpin nearly every facet of military operations, from jet fuel and explosives to life-saving medicines, textiles, and polymers used in protective gear. Yet, more than 80% of these crucial …
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