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Missile Defense
March 2023
JUST IN: Ukrainians a ‘Quick Study’ on Patriot System; U.S. Army Taking Notes
As Ukrainian soldiers have been learning how to use the Patriot missile defense system, the U.S. Army has been learning from the Ukrainians about real-world missile defense applications that could shape Army training and system requirements going forward. -
Army News
March 2023
Army to Receive Test Package for New Squad Weapon
By Scott R. GourleyLAS VEGAS, Nevada — The Army will soon receive the “drop one” production qualification test package for its 6.8mm Next Generation Squad Weapons. The package, which will be delivered beginning in April, will include both XM7 battle rifles and XM250 light machine guns as well as associated logistics. -
Budget
March 2023
BUDGET 2024: Flat Army Request Signals Focus on Indo-Pacific Capabilities
The 2024 budget request for the Army was dwarfed by those of its sister services, pointing to the United States’ prioritization of air- and sea-based capabilities for a potential Indo-Pacific conflict, according to experts. -
Army News
March 2023
JUST IN: Army's Third Multi-Domain Task Force Fully Operational by May, Official Says
As the Army focuses on deterrence in the Indo-Pacific, the Army’s third multi-domain task force is preparing to join two others in enhancing joint force capabilities in the region, according to Gen. Charles Flynn, commanding general of the U.S. Army Pacific. -
Army News
March 2023
JUST IN: Army 'Pressing Forward' With Autonomous Vehicle Transport-System, Official Says
COLUMBUS, Ohio — The Army is developing an autonomous driving system that could prove vital to operating tactical vehicles in a contested environment, service officials said March 1. -
Land Forces
February 2023
JUST IN: All-Electric Army Vehicles Are Years away but Hybrids Are Rolling Out, Official Says
COLUMBUS, Ohio — The Army has stated its plans to field all-electric vehicles in the future. However, for now the service is concentrating on hybrid systems that can be put in the hands of soldiers today, an Army official said Feb. 28. -
Combat Vehicles
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Army News
February 2023
JUST IN: Army Futures Command Shifts Focus to 2040
As the Army works towards transformation and modernization, Army Futures Command is setting their sights beyond 2030 and focusing on 2040, said Army Futures Command Commander Gen. James Rainey. -
Army News
January 2023
BREAKING: Army Awards Prototyping Contracts for Heavy Truck Program
The Army has awarded four industry teams contracts to deliver prototypes for its Common Tactical Truck program, as the service looks to modernize its fleet of heavy tactical wheeled vehicles for multi-domain operations. -
Army News
January 2023
JUST IN: Mixed Reality Headset Needs Improvement, Says Army Chief
The Army’s effort to develop a mixed reality headset that can provide soldiers situational awareness and training is not where the service needs it to be, the Army’s chief of staff said.
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