Rajesh Uppal
August 20, 2025 Biotech & Synthetic Biology, Mechanical, Nanotech
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Microfluidics: Tiny Flows Driving Big Revolutions in Medicine, Space, and Security From lab-on-chip diagnostics to implantable drug delivery and Mars exploration, microfluidics is reshaping science and technology at the smallest scales. In the rapidly advancing fields of biotechnology and medicine, microfluidics has emerged as a transformative technology with applications ranging …
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Rajesh Uppal
August 19, 2025 Electronics & EW, Nanotech
79
Acoustic Metamaterials: Shaping the Future of Sound and SilenceFrom stealth submarines to silent cities, acoustic metamaterials are transforming how we hear—and don’t hear—the world around us. Introduction Acoustic metamaterials have emerged as a groundbreaking technology capable of manipulating sound waves in ways that traditional materials cannot. Initially developed for military …
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Rajesh Uppal
August 19, 2025 Space Technology, Defense & Exploration, Strategy, Policy & Governance
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Introduction NASA’s Space Technology Mission Directorate (STMD) marked a pivotal milestone in July 2024 by publishing the results of its first-ever integrated civil space shortfall ranking. This initiative identifies and prioritizes critical technology shortfalls—areas where current capabilities fall short of future mission requirements. The report consolidates feedback from across NASA, …
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Rajesh Uppal
August 19, 2025 Comm. & Networking, Material, Photonics
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Harnessing Optical Interconnect Technology: Revolutionizing Data Transmission for AI and Beyond Optical interconnects are redefining the backbone of AI, data centers, and next-gen networks—delivering light-speed, energy-efficient data transmission for a hyper-connected future. In the digital age, data centers have become the lifeblood of our connected world. These colossal hubs store, …
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Rajesh Uppal
August 18, 2025 Army & Land, Human & Soldier Systems, Strategy, Policy & Governance, Unmanned & Autonomous Systems
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Drones have revolutionized modern warfare, reshaping battlefield strategies and redefining military capabilities. From surveillance and reconnaissance to precision strikes and electronic warfare, unmanned aerial systems (UAS) now play a crucial role in military operations. However, with their growing importance comes the need for an organizational shift within the U.S. Army—one …
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Rajesh Uppal
August 18, 2025 AI & IT, Army & Land, Strategy, Policy & Governance
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In today’s fast-paced battlefield environment, real-time decision-making and seamless data integration are critical to operational success. To address these challenges, the U.S. Army is developing Next Generation Command and Control (NGC2)—a cutting-edge initiative aimed at revolutionizing how commanders receive, process, and act upon information. This initiative seeks to build a …
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Rajesh Uppal
August 17, 2025 Photonics, Quantum
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DARPA’s INSPIRED Program: Breaking Quantum Limits with Squeezed Light Sensors DARPA’s INSPIRED program is pushing quantum photonics into the battlespace, promising ultra-sensitive squeezed light detectors that could redefine sensing, stealth, and surveillance. Low-noise optical detectors are vital components in sensing and communication. While boosting the strength of a signal to the …
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Rajesh Uppal
August 17, 2025 AI & IT, Manufacturing, Weapons & Munitions
114
Introduction The Joint Program Executive Office Armaments and Ammunition (JPEO A&A) is leading a groundbreaking initiative to modernize munitions manufacturing by integrating Artificial Intelligence (AI) and automation. With a $48 million investment through the Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) program, the Army aims to enhance production efficiency, reduce costs, and …
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Rajesh Uppal
August 16, 2025 Comm. & Networking, Electronics & EW, Industry & Market Dynamics
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Terahertz Technology: The Hidden Spectrum Powering Defense, Healthcare, and 6G From anti-stealth radar to cancer detection and next-gen 6G, terahertz waves are reshaping defense, healthcare, and global communications. In the ever-evolving landscape of technology, one domain that has emerged as a beacon of innovation is the realm of terahertz (THz) …
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Rajesh Uppal
August 16, 2025 Industry & Market Dynamics, Quantum
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Unlocking the Quantum Revolution: How Quantum Computing is Transforming Industries From healthcare to finance, logistics to gaming—discover how quantum computing is rewriting the future of technology and innovation Introduction Quantum computing is poised to revolutionize the way we address some of the most complex challenges facing our society today. By …
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