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Iran successfully launches satellite into space: Al-Alam TVTehran (AFP) June 15, 2011 Iran successfully launched its Rassad-1 satellite into space on Wednesday, the country's Arabic-language television channel Al-Alam said. "It was launched by the Safir rocket and put into orbit 260 kilometres (163 miles) above the Earth," the television said. "It is capable of photographing the Earth." The report said Rassad-1 (Observation-1) can revolve 15 times around the Earth every 24 hours, and that it has a two-month life cycle. Iran, which has outlined an ambitious space programme in ... read more |
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  Successful Flights for Skylark Operated by Dominator Unit Elbit Systems has announced that it completed a series of successful tests of its Skylark I LE mini/man-pack UAS using the Dominator hardware to control and operate the UAS. During the tests, the Sk ... more | .. |
  Hobson Industries Launches Thetis The name Thetis was chosen from Greek mythology for the Mk.IV+ by Barbara Hobson. Father of Achilles, Thetis had the power to create a shield around those he loved. "We have designed a vehicle with ... more | .. |
 Kontron introduces new VPX HPEC platform for military-aerospace DSP apps Kontron has introduced a new high performance embedded computing (HPEC) platform designed for military-aerospace applications. Using the strengths of Kontron's substantial system and board-level pla ... more | .. |
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 Boeing Phantom Eye HALE Completes Vibration Tests The Boeing Phantom Eye high altitude long endurance (HALE) unmanned airborne system completed 12 days of ground vibration and structural mode interaction tests this month at NASA's Dryden Flight Res ... more | .. |
 Elbit Systems Demonstrate Multi-layered WAAPS Concept for Terrain Dominance Elbit Systems' engaging multimedia presentation demonstrates a cross-section of the Company's products and capabilities which seamlessly integrate to deliver persistent area surveillance and control ... more | .. |
 Australia Selects MH-60R SEAHAWK Helicopter The U.S. Navy has announced the Commonwealth of Australia has selected the MH-60R SEAHAWK helicopter to fulfill the Australian Defence Force's AIR 9000 Phase 8 requirement for a fleet of 24 new-gene ... more | .. |
  US officials struggle to defend Pakistan ties With critics accusing Pakistan of playing a double-game with terrorists as it guzzles US aid, the White House is struggling to defend its "complicated" relationship with a key ally. ... more |
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ATLAS bolsters radio frequency network through new HawkEye 360 alliance
Mobix Labs Secures Defense Funding to Advance SATCOM SoC Innovation
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  Chaplain keeps NATO boys on track for Libyan mission As the Harrier II Plus fighter rips down the runway and launches into the skies on a mission to Libya, chaplain Vincenzo Caiazzo is on deck in his dog collar to see it safely off. ... more | .. |
  Ex-spy says US officials went after Iraq critic: report Officials in the George W. Bush administration may have tried to use the CIA to dig up information on an Iraq war critic in order to discredit him, the New York Times reported Thursday. ... more | .. |
 Jailed Iran brothers win global health prize Two Iranian doctors who were jailed three years ago for allegedly plotting to overthrow the government were awarded a global health prize on Thursday for their efforts to treat patients with HIV. ... more | .. |
  Al-Qaida chief's problem: Staying alive Al-Qaida's new leader, Ayman al-Zawahiri, faces a host of challenges in the aftermath of the assassination of Osama bin Laden - not least of which is staying alive himself. ... more |
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  EU seeks unified cybersecurity regime Led by Estonia, which was the target of a full-scale cyberattack in 2007, EU members met this week to bolster a unified approach to cybersecurity. ... more | .. |
Obama and Petraeus discuss Afghan pullout US President Barack Obama has met with Afghanistan war commander General David Petraeus to discuss a troop withdrawal set to begin next month, the White House said Thursday. ... more | .. |
  US taps Greenert to be new naval chief Admiral Jonathan Greenert has been tapped to become the new chief of the US navy, Defense Secretary Robert Gates said Thursday. ... more | .. |
Palestinians want UN seat 'even if talks start' The Palestinians will seek UN recognition and membership regardless of whether there is a resumption of peace talks, negotiator Mohammed Shtayeh said on Thursday. ... more |
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Fresh quake barrage hits Greek island Santorini
Pain, anger as Turkey marks two years since quake disaster
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NATO 'prevented a massacre' in Libya: Rasmussen NATO has "prevented a massacre" in Libya and will maintain military pressure on Moamer Kadhafi to pave the way for a political solution, the head of the alliance said on Thursday. ... more | .. |
  US lawmakers press for jets to Taiwan US lawmakers across party lines stepped up pressure Thursday on President Barack Obama to sell F-16 jet fighters to Taiwan, with some accusing the administration of showing deference to China. ... more | .. |
 NATO chief fears Europe trailing US on defence technology NATO Secretary General Anders Fogh Rasmussen Thursday called for greater cooperation within the alliance to bridge the gulf between the US and other NATO members on defence technology. ... more | .. |
Hackers attack Malaysian government websites Hackers have disrupted Malaysian government websites, authorities said Thursday, following threats by anti-censorship "Anonymous" activists and a cyberattack on the CIA by an allied group. ... more |
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US-Pakistan security ties hit new low: report The US-Pakistan security relationship has dipped to its lowest point since the September 11, 2001 attacks, threatening counterterrorism programs, The Washington Post reported Thursday. ... more | .. |
AU ministers say UN Libya move 'dangerous precedent' The African Union warned the UN Security Council on Wednesday that UN resolutions allowing air strikes on Libya may have set a "dangerous precedent." ... more | .. |
WikiLeaks prosecutors get no answers at US hearing A friend of Bradley Manning, the American soldier accused of leaking classified files to WikiLeaks, said he declined to answer questions Wednesday at a grand jury hearing. ... more | .. |
 Report: N. Korea army takes helm in Seoul contacts North Korea's military appears to have taken the driver's seat in dealings with South Korea as it wields growing influence over the whole country, a news report said Thursday. ... more |
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MIT engineers help multirobot systems stay in the safety zone
Scientists' conference kicks off global AI summit in Paris
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 LockMart Delivers Tactical Hardware for MEADS Intra-Fire Unit Communications Lockheed Martin recently delivered the first intra-fire unit communications kit qualified for use with the tri-national Medium Extended Air Defense System (MEADS). This kit, also known as the MEADS ... more | .. |
 US Army Awards Lockheed Martin Contract for Precision Strike GMLRS Rockets Lockheed Martin has received a $445 million follow-on contract for Guided Multiple Launch Rocket System (MLRS) Unitary rockets from the U.S. Army Aviation and Missile Command. This is the U.S. Army' ... more | .. |
 LockMart Integrates Secure Cloud Tech to Minimize Risk Costs and Deployment Time Lockheed Martin has announced BlackCloud, a secure turnkey private cloud solution for government agencies designed to minimize risk while addressing compliance and mission requirements. BlackC ... more | .. |
  Firebird Uses Three Eyes and Fourth Sensor Payload The Northrop Grumman's Firebird intelligence-gathering air system successfully used three different high-definition video sensors and an electronics support payload all at the same time - a future c ... more |
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  Raytheon Acquires Directed Energy Capabilities of Ktech Corporation Raytheon has acquired key business assets of Ktech Corporation to expand its capabilities and opportunities in the non-kinetic effects markets. The transaction is not expected to materially impact R ... more | .. |
 U.S. escalates war on al-Qaida in Yemen The United States is ramping up its war against al-Qaida in Yemen, Osama bin Laden's ancestral home. ... more | .. |
  Latest Trends and Developments in Outer Space Security The Space Security Index (SSI) is pleased to announce the release of the executive summary of Space Security 2011, the eighth annual report on developments that have an impact on the security and lo ... more | .. |
 Lockheed Martin F-35 Program Flight Test Update Overall, the F-35 program remains ahead of the overall goals for test flights and test points year-to-date. Through May 31, the program accomplished 378 flights versus a plan of 297 and accomplished ... more |
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