Mikayla Easley

Navy Task Force Charts Course for Future of Unmanned Systems

Middle East Militaries Eye More Rugged Tactical Vehicles

Middle East countries are looking to upgrade their fleets of tactical wheeled vehicles that can move around and survive the threats of modern, dynamic battlefields. In response, vendors from all over the world came to IDEX to exhibit their advanced vehicles — many with added weapons and subsystems — that meet the region’s demands.

Israeli-Made High-Energy Laser Makes Debut

Israel-based Rafael Advanced Defense Systems debuted its high-energy laser weapon system that will augment Israel’s Iron Dome air defense system for more modern threats.

‘Evil Digital Twins’ Could Sow Chaos in Metaverse

The Pentagon and industry have turned to the modeling-and-simulation technique known as “digital twins” to support development of some of their most critical programs.

Army Shares Indo-Pacific Vehicle Strategies with Allies, Partners

Space Force Lacks Agility To Tap into Commercial Innovation

The Pentagon wants to capitalize on a soaring commercial space sector to stay ahead of adversaries in the domain. But the lack of a national strategic vision that focuses efforts and streamlines the government’s contracting bureaucracy is leaving members of industry feeling lost in space.

IDEX NEWS: Ukrainian Defense Firms Highlight ‘Combat Proven’ Weapons in UAE

ABU DHABI — Ukraine’s defense industry is showcasing some of its domestically produced military equipment that the country has used during its war with Russia to an international audience.

IDEX NEWS: How Does Russia’s Newest MRLS Stack Up Against HIMARS?

ABU DHABI — Russia is showing off its newest military technologies to potential customers at the Middle East’s largest defense trade show this week, including the country’s latest guided multiple rocket launcher system.