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 …

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 …

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 …