Aerospace and Defense

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  • Biohybrid beetles may revolutionize search and rescue missions

    According to the team of researchers, the removeable backpacks worn by the beetles encouraged movement in particular directions via electrodes that stimulated the insect’s antenna or hardened forewings.

  • Why your holiday flight is still not being powered by sustainable aviation fuel

    Everyone seems to agree that sustainable fuel matters. They just don’t all agree about how to really get it off the ground.

  • New laser tank disables and destroys drones in mid-air

    The ALKA-KAPLAN combines the KAPLAN HYBRID tracked platform with the ALKA DEWS, thus creating a mobile, armored platform capable of fighting against drones while simultaneously working alongside tanks and infantry vehicles in challenging environments.

  • Scientists mimic mantis shrimp armor to create ultra-tough material

    The scientists suggest that such structures could be used for other possible applications including improved bullet-resistant glass, blast-resistant building materials and more protective helmets.

  • Momentus awarded NASA contract for in-space power system demonstration

    The company will host a payload from CisLunar Industries to conduct in-orbit testing of next-generation power processing unit technology and power management systems.

  • It's a boat! It's a plane! It's an...ekranoplan!?

    This vehicle concept has long been dormant. But exciting new research and commercial plans are reviving this transportation unicorn.

  • ‘Marshmallow’ concrete cushions jet crash landings with soft, impact-absorbing design

    Dubbed “marshmallow” concrete, the ultra-light foam is designed to absorb an aircraft’s energy upon impact by crumbling like a soft cushion.

  • Civil engineering marvels that will shake your foundation

    Throughout the years, civil engineers have often used their expertise and creativity to design some otherworldly and remarkable infrastructure projects.

  • M-Squared Innovations’ bz Performance Cloths now DLA Aviation managed, uplifting military aviation

    This marks a significant milestone in delivering cutting-edge, sustainable cleaning solutions to the U.S. military worldwide.

  • Stronger, lighter, smarter: Composites reshape power transmission

    An unpleasant correlation has emerged as power transmission engineering responds to the demand for higher performance: as systems grow more compact and powerful, they also become more mechanically complex.

  • Hype or flight? Earth-to-Earth rocket travel prepares for launch

    How does getting from London to Hong Kong in a mere 30 minutes sound to you? To bring this expedited itinerary to life, you must strap yourself to the business end of a few dozen tons of liquid explosive and trust that, when it does ignite, it will take you where you want go.

  • World’s first 20-ton twin-sonar drone transforms oceans into submarine hunting zone

    The vessel from SonarTech, dubbed ASW-USV or ASW-KUSV, is a 19 ft long, 2-ton-class platform composed of non-magnetic, fiber-reinforced polymer.

  • China develops world's first nuclear warhead detector to identify decoys

    To test and train the AI system, researchers first required access to highly sensitive nuclear data, including details about real warheads.

  • Smart rifle scopes let US soldiers automatically shoot down enemy drones

    The SMASH 2000L from Smart Shooter reportedly transforms a standard rifle into a high-precision anti-drone platform.

  • Buzz off: Flapping wing drones for niche and stealthy airborne applications

    New designs, including those inspired by birds, could create much more stealthy and efficient drones.

  • Power-dense pancake motors in compact packages

    Discover why lightweight axial flux -- or pancake -- motors are well-suited for medical and aerospace applications.

  • US Air Force Research Laboratory awards Moog contract to develop new multimode propulsion system to enhance dynamic space operations

    This first-of-its-kind dual chemical-electric propulsion system is set to revolutionize satellite propulsion, providing unprecedented mission flexibility and adaptability for military spacecraft.

  • Vanzetti Engineering attends the Paris Air Show 2025

    The company will be exhibiting its cryogenic pumps for space testbeds and green propulsion systems for aerospace applications.

  • Hydrogen testing complete for long-range eVTOL

    The system will soon undergo emission-free flight testing with the goal of decarbonizing essential air services such as medical transfers, passenger and freight services.

  • NORD Drivesystems lands at AAAE 2025 with smart, sustainable solutions

    NORD will showcase highly configurable drive systems to meet every application need for baggage handling systems, jetways, walkways, large hangar doors and more.

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