Rajesh Uppal
June 30, 2025 Material, Photonics
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The rapid application of infrared detection and image processing technologies has brought unparalleled convenience to civilian domains, revolutionizing areas such as healthcare, security, and industrial automation. However, in the military sphere, the same advancements have presented significant challenges. Infrared technology’s ability to detect and track objects based on heat signatures …
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Rajesh Uppal
June 29, 2025 Critical & Emerging Technologies, Navy & Maritime, Strategy, Policy & Governance
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In a pivotal step toward reinforcing maritime technological dominance and operational readiness, the U.S. Navy has introduced its Naval Science and Technology (S&T) Strategy. Announced by Navy Secretary Carlos Del Toro at the Sea-Air-Space exposition, the strategy outlines a comprehensive approach to guide Navy and Marine Corps research efforts, ensuring …
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Rajesh Uppal
June 29, 2025 Biotech & Synthetic Biology, Material
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Beneath the seemingly simple molecular structure of H₂O lies an emerging frontier that could redefine not only hydration but also energy, agriculture, and medicine. Coherent water—a state of water that organizes itself into liquid crystalline structures—represents a radical departure from the chaotic nature of conventional tap water. In this structured …
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Rajesh Uppal
June 29, 2025 Navy & Maritime, Unmanned & Autonomous Systems
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DARPA’s Manta Ray: Redefining Naval Dominance with Next-Generation Unmanned Underwater Vehicles Inspired by nature, DARPA’s Manta Ray UUV is revolutionizing undersea warfare with unmatched autonomy, endurance, and stealth. Introduction: The Department of Defense’s (DoD) cutting-edge research arm, the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA), has long been at the forefront …
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Rajesh Uppal
June 28, 2025 Geopolitics, Strategy & Technological Rivalries, Photonics, Security & Threat Management, Space Technology, Defense & Exploration
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In the evolving domain of space-based intelligence, nations are in a competitive race to develop and deploy sub-metre resolution Earth observation satellites. These satellites, capable of capturing highly detailed imagery, are revolutionizing the military and strategic intelligence landscape, providing unparalleled insights into adversarial activities, infrastructure monitoring, and tactical battlefield awareness. …
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Rajesh Uppal
June 28, 2025 AI & IT, Comm. & Networking, Electronics & EW, Industry & Market Dynamics
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Introduction The augmented reality (AR) and virtual reality (VR) market is witnessing unprecedented growth, fueled by rapid technological advancements and expanding applications across multiple industries. These immersive technologies are transforming the way we interact with digital content, driving innovations in gaming, education, healthcare, manufacturing, automotive design, and military operations. The …
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Rajesh Uppal
June 28, 2025 Material, Quantum
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Quantum computing, a field that promises to revolutionize industries from cryptography to materials science, is constrained by two major challenges: scalability and fault tolerance. Enter topological materials, which have emerged as a groundbreaking solution to these challenges. By leveraging the unique quantum properties of topological phases, researchers aim to develop …
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Rajesh Uppal
June 28, 2025 Industry & Market Dynamics, Manufacturing, Photonics
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Market Size and Explosive Growth Trajectory The global extreme ultraviolet (EUV) lithography market is undergoing explosive growth, projected to increase from $10.16 billion in 2024 to $26.44 billion by 2030, at an impressive compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 18.6%. This surge is driven primarily by the insatiable demand for …
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Rajesh Uppal
June 27, 2025 Industry & Market Dynamics, Quantum
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Introduction In an era where cybersecurity threats loom larger than ever, the True Random Number Generator (TRNG) market is poised for explosive growth. Projected to expand from USD 3.81 billion in 2025 to USD 7.71 billion by 2030—at a 15.1% CAGR—this market is driven by the urgent need for unbreakable encryption in IoT, edge …
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Rajesh Uppal
June 27, 2025 AI & IT, Comm. & Networking, Industry & Market Dynamics
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High-Frequency (HF) communication systems have been a cornerstone of long-range communication for decades, particularly in sectors like military, maritime, aviation, and emergency response. While these systems are indispensable for reaching remote locations where other communication infrastructure may not exist, they face challenges such as channel instability, interference, limited bandwidth, and …
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