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Army's Gray Eagle testing takes air-sea battle scenarios into consideration

The Army's recently completed operational test of the Gray Eagle that resulted not only in determining the unmanned aircraft's operational suitability but also a series of recommendations on improving doctrine with respect to next-war preparation.

DARPA to help Navy put UAVs on small ships

The Defense Department's research arm has established a new program in which it will assist the Navy with finding ways to use smaller ships as mobile launch and recovery sites for medium-altitude long-endurance, fixed-wing UAVs.

Army has recommended 36 systems for fielding through NIE process

The four Army Network Integration Evaluations conducted since May 2011 have resulted in the recommendation for the fielding of 36 new systems and 24 of those have received funding and are scheduled to be deployed.

iRobot to deliver rugged, throwable FirstLook robot to Army

The Army has awarded a contract to iRobot to furnish a rugged, throwable robot that can be used for a variety of combat missions and special operations.

Intelligence mission at risk from deep budget cuts, says USDI

Investments in intelligence capabilities needed for the nation's military to stay on top of a number of global security threats are at risk from continuing budget instability and further deep cuts mandated by the sequestration, says a top DOD official.

ITT Exelis wins international battlefield radio deal

ITT Exelis has won an $11.6 million contract with an international customer to furnish a wide range of communications equipment, the company said March 1.

Aerotech to deliver soldier-wearable power system to Army

The Army has placed an order worth $2.4 million with Aerotech for its soldier-wearable integrated power equipment system.

Air Force bestows excellence award on Global Hawk program

The Air Force's Northrop Grumman-built RQ-4 Global Hawk unmanned aircraft program recently received the 2012 Dr. James G. Roche Sustainment Excellence Award for demonstrating the most improved performance in aircraft maintenance and logistics readiness.

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