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What is the DoD’s vision for robotics? What improvements can autonomous robots bring to military operations? Michael Edwards, II Marine Expeditionary Force covers these issues and more in this IDGA exclusive interview. Mr Edwards also discusses the revitalization of amphibious proficiency, Seabasing and the ongoing efforts of developing an improved Cargo UAS that can operate from the sea. Read more -
What capabilities will make robots more effective for the modern soldier? What considerations are made in the development of new capabilities for military robots? Dr Naomi Zirkind, US Army Armament Research, Development and Engineering Center describes her experience as an engineer working in various aspects of military robotics including challenges with capabilities developments and requirements. Dr Zirkind also discusses focuses of future technological improvements, including making robots smaller and lighter. Dr Naomi Zirkind will be speaking at the Military Robotics Summit taking place August 28-29, 2012 in Washington, DC. To find out more information, or to register visit:http://bit.ly/JBUdIX Read more -
How is robotic reconnaissance mitigating risk in tunnel detection? What challenges are involved in detecting tunnels? Amy Clymer, Operational Manager, Rapid Reaction Tunnel Detection Joint Capability Technology Demonstration (JCTD) explores these issues and discusses NORAD-US Northern Command’s approach to tunnel detection technology. Read more -
Colonel Karl Rozelsky is the Director of the Global Hawk Progam. This IDGA exclusive interview provides an update on the needs for the program in 2012 and highlights the various short and longer terms plans. IDGA's @DefenseInsider, Chris Archer, asks 'What's next' for Global Hawk? Read more -
Amidst a flurry of recent changes, the Air Force’s RPA force structure is in a state of flux. Find out about where the Air Force is today, and where it needs to go in the future. Col Thomas Buckner, USAF, discusses these points, as well as the RPA interoperability vision and next-generation RPA. Read more -
Successful UAV programs are reliant on a number of vehicles, but one factors is the most vital. LCol (RCAF) Vaughn Cosman, Chair, Air & Space Interoperability Council, discusses the essential quality of interoperability for the success of UAV systems. LCol Cosman describes allied projects interoperability requirements, organizations involved in Interoperability and coalition warfare, and projects defining interoperability agreements related to UAVs. Read more -
LtCol Timothy G. Burton, USMC, Commanding Officer, VMU-3 Phantoms (Marine Unmanned Aerial Vehicle Squadron 3), talks about how an “insatiable appetite” for full-motion video is driving the growth of UAVs. LtCol Burton provides a Marine Unmanned Aerial Squadron overview, an OEF operational summary, and talks about evolving requirements and future plans for UAVs. Read more -
As UAVs continue to evolve in sophistication and complexity, it’s an increasingly daunting task to have the myriad systems involved work together in a seamless and effective way. To address that challenge, with the ultimate goal of providing holistic capabilities to the warfighter, late last year the Naval Air Systems Command (NAVAIR) named CAPT Bob Dishman Integration & Interoperability Lead. According to CAPT Dishman, integration and interoperability is the biggest key to UAV success. Read more -
Dr. Bill Powers, Colonel (ret), Research Fellow for the US Marine Corps Warfighting Laboratory, talks about unmanned aerial systems development for long-range strike in support of amphibious operations. Dr. Powers analyzes ISR deployment for improved precision strike capabilities, the role of unmanned combat air vehicles (UCAVs) in the long-range strike mission, and ethical concerns regarding the use of UCAVs. Read more -
The Navy is eying a new round of competitive contracts to help refine its concept of the Unmanned Carrier Launched Airborne Surveillance and Strike System (UCLASS), a prelude to seeking permission from the Pentagon to begin developing technology for the next-generation effort this summer. Read more -
IDGA speaks with COL John White, Deputy Director for Requirements & Acquisition, Office of the Under Secretary of Defense (Intelligence), about increasing UAV’s productivity during a period of budgetary constraints. COL White talks about increasing efficiency of ISR architecture, and the challenges of remaining effective with tactical and operational UAVs while these UAVs are disappearing in theater. Read more
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