Rajesh Uppal
November 21, 2024 Comm. & Networking, Space Technology, Defense & Exploration
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Very High Throughput Satellites (V/HTS) are transforming the landscape of satellite communications, offering unprecedented data transmission rates that exceed 100 Gbits/second. Imagine downloading a movie in seconds, or video conferencing across continents with zero lag. This isn’t science fiction, but the potential of Very High Throughput Satellites (VHTS). These advanced …
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Rajesh Uppal
November 20, 2024 AI & IT, Electronics & EW, Space Technology, Defense & Exploration
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In the age of rapid technological advancements and increasing global interconnectedness, the need for advanced signal intelligence capabilities has never been greater. Imagine a satellite orbiting Earth, not capturing breathtaking images, but acting as a high-tech detective, eavesdropping on radio signals across a vast spectrum. This is the ambitious concept …
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Rajesh Uppal
November 20, 2024 Electronics & EW, Industry & Market Dynamics
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In recent years, Micro-Electro-Mechanical Systems (MEMS) inertial sensors have become an integral part of numerous applications, ranging from everyday consumer electronics to advanced military technologies. These tiny sensors, which include accelerometers, gyroscopes, and magnetometers, are transforming how devices interact with their environment by providing precise measurements of motion, orientation, and …
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Rajesh Uppal
November 19, 2024 Comm. & Networking, Photonics
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Today, our devices and technologies rely predominantly on electronic systems to process and transmit information. Current networks—wired, wireless, fiber optics, LTE, and 5G—fulfill our needs but face significant limitations for the future. Our current internet infrastructure, while robust, is nearing its limits. As we generate ever more data and demand …
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Rajesh Uppal
November 18, 2024 Nanotech, Photonics, Quantum
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Physicists have long sought to manipulate photons, the fundamental particles of light, into ever-smaller volumes to harness their unique properties. The natural scale of a photon is its wavelength, typically measured in nanometers. When photons are forced into cavities much smaller than their wavelength, they become significantly more “concentrated.” This …
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Rajesh Uppal
November 18, 2024 Geopolitics, Strategy & Technological Rivalries, Thermal, Propulsion & Energy, Unmanned & Autonomous Systems
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The advent of stratospheric drones marks a significant leap in the capabilities of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs). Flying at altitudes of around 20 kilometers (65,000 feet), these drones are positioned to revolutionize multiple sectors, including telecommunications, internet accessibility, border security, and military surveillance. With their ability to remain airborne for …
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Rajesh Uppal
November 17, 2024 Geopolitics, Strategy & Technological Rivalries, Space Technology, Defense & Exploration, Strategy, Policy & Governance
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Introduction China’s pursuit of space mining begins with its lunar exploration program, notably the successful Chang’e missions. These endeavors, involving lunar landings, sample collections, and surface mapping, form the groundwork for understanding lunar composition and potential resource extraction. Beyond exploration, China envisions a permanent lunar research base as a strategic …
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Rajesh Uppal
November 17, 2024 Quantum, Strategy, Policy & Governance, Technology & Systems Management
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The World Economic Forum (WEF), in collaboration with IBM and SandboxAQ, has taken a significant step towards a future powered by quantum technologies. They’ve released the Quantum Economy Blueprint, a comprehensive framework designed to foster the responsible development and equitable access to a global quantum economy. Here’s the report foreword …
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Rajesh Uppal
November 16, 2024 Geopolitics, Strategy & Technological Rivalries, Security & Threat Management
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Introduction The Israel-Hamas conflict, which has gripped the international community’s attention, is marked by chaos, unprecedented events, and a myriad of challenges. This comprehensive article combines the key elements from three distinct pieces, providing an in-depth analysis of the ongoing developments, foreign involvement, intelligence failures, counterintelligence success, and the scope …
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Rajesh Uppal
November 16, 2024 AI & IT, Test & Measurement
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For decades, measuring velocity has relied on external references like GPS or lasers. But what if we could ditch the external clutter and measure velocity directly through a platform’s internal forces? This is the ambitious goal of the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency’s (DARPA) Veloci-RapTOR program. Velocity measurement is critically …
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