Rajesh Uppal
August 27, 2025 Comm. & Networking, Photonics
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LiFi: How Light Could Power the Future of Wireless CommunicationFrom IoT to submarines, LiFi is turning everyday lights into ultra-fast data networks. LiFi, or Visible Light Communications (VLC), is emerging as a transformative wireless technology that leverages visible light to transmit data at extremely high speeds. Unlike traditional RF-based systems, …
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Rajesh Uppal
August 26, 2025 Nanotech, Navy & Maritime, Test & Measurement
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The Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) has launched a bold initiative to develop cutting-edge technologies capable of detecting and observing human-made neutrinos—also known as “ghost particles.” The Experimental Neutrino Detector (END) program aims to explore new detection techniques for accelerator-sourced neutrinos, which are generated by particle accelerators colliding high-energy …
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Rajesh Uppal
August 26, 2025 Air Force & Aviation, Geopolitics, Strategy & Technological Rivalries, Technology & Systems Management
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Airborne Warning and Control System (AWACS) aircraft play a crucial role in modern warfare by providing early warning, battlefield management, and surveillance capabilities. These advanced airborne platforms act as flying command centers, detecting stealthy targets, coordinating military operations, and supporting missions such as search and rescue, border surveillance, and airspace …
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Rajesh Uppal
August 26, 2025 Security & Threat Management
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From Oklahoma City to Omaha: The Genesis of a National Mission The smoldering aftermath of the 1995 Oklahoma City bombing—where 168 lives were lost in a single, horrific act of domestic terrorism—left a lasting impression on a young Gina Ligon. That tragedy would ultimately shape her life’s work. Today, as …
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Rajesh Uppal
August 25, 2025 Air Force & Aviation, Thermal, Propulsion & Energy
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Navigating the Challenges: Battery Considerations in the Era of Electric AircraftBatteries hold the key to electric aviation, but weight, safety, and energy density remain aviation’s toughest hurdles. Introduction: Despite the push for more sustainable aviation, the aviation industry still accounts for around 2.5% of global CO₂ emissions and this share …
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Rajesh Uppal
August 25, 2025 AI & IT, Global Risks & Future Threats, Space Technology, Defense & Exploration
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Space Domain Awareness: Detecting Anomalous Satellite Behavior in OrbitAI-powered anomaly detection is redefining space security as stealthy anti-satellite threats rise. The rapid expansion of satellite constellations has made space domain awareness (SDA) a critical aspect of modern space operations. With more than a million new satellites proposed across 300+ constellations …
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Rajesh Uppal
August 24, 2025 AI & IT, Security & Threat Management
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Harnessing AI to Predict and Prevent Terrorist Attacks How Artificial Intelligence is transforming counterterrorism with predictive analytics, surveillance, and smart threat detection. Terrorism remains one of the most persistent threats to global security, requiring continuous innovation in counterterrorism strategies. The ability to predict and prevent terrorist attacks has historically been …
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Rajesh Uppal
August 24, 2025 Navy & Maritime, Weapons & Munitions
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Introduction In an era marked by increasingly advanced underwater threats, surface ships must defend themselves against torpedoes that are not only faster and stealthier than ever before but also integrated with sophisticated guidance systems. Next generation Surface Ship Torpedo Defence (SSTD) systems are emerging as the ultimate solution, providing a …
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Rajesh Uppal
August 23, 2025 Geopolitics, Strategy & Technological Rivalries, Navy & Maritime, Unmanned & Autonomous Systems
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Deep Sea Mapping: Shaping the Future of Mining, AUVs, and SustainabilityMapping the ocean floor is unlocking critical minerals, enabling advanced AUV operations, and ensuring sustainability in the global race for deep-sea resources. As terrestrial reserves of critical minerals diminish and global demand soars, the ocean floor has emerged as a …
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Rajesh Uppal
August 23, 2025 Electronics & EW, Material
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Organic Electronics: Flexible, Sustainable & Transformative TechnologyFrom rollable displays to biodegradable batteries, organic electronics are revolutionizing the future of devices and energy. Introduction Electronics have traditionally been built using rigid, inorganic materials such as silicon and metals. However, a new class of technology—organic electronics—is transforming how we design and use …
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