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Navy News
Industry Touts Advanced Power Systems for Navy Ships
Defense contractors are investing in alternative propulsion and power systems as the Navy develops and upgrades its fleet of warships.
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Air Force News
JUST IN: Air Force to Expand 'Pitch Days' Concept for Industry
The Air Force — coming off its first “pitch day” in New York City — plans to expand the use of the new concept which is meant to attract nontraditional companies to work with the service, a top official said March 15.
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Research and Development
SPECIAL REPORT: The Race for Quantum Resistant Cryptography
A little known technological race is occurring in the realm of computer sciences and it could have an enormous impact for those who rely on encrypted communications, experts say.
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Army News
JUST IN: Army Undersecretary Highlights New Five-Year Spending Plan
Replacing the Bradley Fighting Vehicle and fielding future vertical lift aircraft are some of “the most significant” near-term priorities in the Army’s effort to move beyond its “big five” systems, the service’s undersecretary said March 14.
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Research and Development
SPECIAL REPORT: China: A Great Leap Forward in Quantum Tech?
“China’s leaders recognize the strategic potential of quantum science and technology to enhance economic and military dimensions of national power,” said a September 2018 report by the Center for a New American Security penned by Elsa B. Kania and John Costello.
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Budget
BREAKING: Army Considering Trimming JLTV Program (UPDATED)
The Army may cut back on its acquisition plans for the joint light tactical vehicle to invest in higher priority modernization efforts, a top service official said March 13.
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Research and Development
SPECIAL REPORT: Defense Community Slow to Grasp Potential of Quantum-Based Tech
CHICAGO — Four stories underground — encased in several feet of concrete — is the University of Chicago’s new nanofabrication facility, where researchers apply the principles of quantum physics to real-world problems and technologies.
National Defense Columnists
GOVERNMENT CONTRACTING INSIGHTS
By Herb Fenster, Peter Hutt II and Carl WiersumNational Defense Contributors
National Defense Podcasts
MARCH 2019
Quantum Race in the National Security Community
In this podcast, National Defense Magazine takes a deep dive into efforts to harness quantum technology.