Rajesh Uppal
February 16, 2025 Industry & Market Dynamics, Security & Threat Management
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In an era where technological dominance and national security are tightly intertwined, the United States Department of Defense (DoD) has identified the critical need to reduce reliance on foreign sources for rare earth elements (REEs). These essential materials, indispensable in the production of cutting-edge military systems such as fighter jets, …
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Rajesh Uppal
February 15, 2025 Manufacturing, Nanotech, Photonics
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The field of metamaterials, once the domain of theoretical research and academic curiosity, is now rapidly transitioning into a commercially viable technology. These artificially structured materials can control and manipulate light, sound, and even seismic waves in ways that defy natural behavior. One of the most exciting frontiers in this domain …
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Rajesh Uppal
February 15, 2025 Biotech & Synthetic Biology, Industry & Market Dynamics, Thermal, Propulsion & Energy
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The global biofuels market is experiencing robust growth, driven by the need for cleaner, renewable energy sources and the increasing focus on reducing carbon emissions. In 2023, the market was valued at USD 99.53 billion and is expected to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 11.3% from …
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Rajesh Uppal
February 14, 2025 Material, Nanotech, Quantum
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Quantum plasmonics, a groundbreaking field merging nanophotonics and quantum mechanics, has introduced revolutionary methods to manipulate light and matter at the nanoscale. By harnessing light-matter interactions at the quantum level, quantum plasmonics is poised to transform a wide range of technologies, from ultra-sensitive sensors to quantum computing and secure communication …
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Rajesh Uppal
February 13, 2025 Geopolitics, Strategy & Technological Rivalries, Weapons & Munitions
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Ballistic missiles, capable of delivering payloads over long distances, have been a cornerstone of military arsenals for decades. In recent years, there has been a significant development in the technology of equipping these missiles with multiple warheads, significantly increasing their destructive potential. Ballistic missiles with multiple warhead capabilities represent a significant …
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Rajesh Uppal
February 13, 2025 Manufacturing, Navy & Maritime, Thermal, Propulsion & Energy
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The shipping industry is navigating a critical juncture in its push toward sustainability, driven by the need to cut greenhouse gas emissions and meet stringent international targets. Wind propulsion technologies such as rigid sails, rotor sails, and automated wings are helping the maritime industry take a bold step toward cleaner, more …
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Rajesh Uppal
February 12, 2025 Critical & Emerging Technologies, Technology & Systems Management
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In the fast-paced world of technology, predicting which innovations will become game-changers is both an art and a science. Take, for example, messenger ribonucleic acid (mRNA) and Generative AI (GenAI). In 2019, mRNA was a relatively obscure technology. By late 2020, it was thrust into the limelight due to its …
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Rajesh Uppal
February 12, 2025 Defense & Military, Thermal, Propulsion & Energy
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In an era where energy security and resilience are paramount, Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) are emerging as a crucial component for ensuring reliable power across a wide range of applications, from commercial grids to military installations and bases. As global energy infrastructure becomes increasingly complex and vulnerable to disruptions, …
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Rajesh Uppal
February 11, 2025 Defense & Military, Geopolitics, Strategy & Technological Rivalries
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Sweden, a Nordic nation known for its neutrality and peaceful foreign policy, also maintains a formidable military force. Despite its relatively small size, Sweden’s military capabilities are well-respected and play a vital role in its national security. Sweden, a nation renowned for its neutral stance during much of the 20th century, …
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Rajesh Uppal
February 11, 2025 Manufacturing, Material, Thermal, Propulsion & Energy
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The future is electric. From the devices we use daily to the vehicles we drive and the homes we live in, energy storage is at the heart of modern innovation. Recent breakthroughs in battery technology are set to revolutionize a broad spectrum of industries, including consumer electronics, smart homes, electric …
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