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Ionatron creates a new division for specialty lasers
A specialist in ultrashort pulsed laser creates a new division which will focus on the development, engineering, production, and support of specialty lasers for military, aerospace, and security customers
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Nanowire light detectors around the corner
The geometry of nanowires — with so much surface area relative to volume — makes them inherently good at trapping holes, and when holes are trapped, the time it takes electrons and holes to recombine increases
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HS Capital Corporation posts mixed results
Holder of Compass, Nexus, and Security Holdings reports losses of $5.8 million on $8.7 million in revenue
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Ionatron awarded contract to develop laser weapons
Arizona-based energy weapon specialist awarded contract to develop pulse laser weapon which may be of interest to law enforcementhomeland security
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Chesapeake Innovation Center downsizes
Struggling to balance its budget, CIC cuts office space by three-fourths; PharmAthene and Inclinix leave the nest
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Army kills futuristic Land Warrior system
When it was launched in 1996, it was envisioned as a model for soldier’s gear for the modern battlefield; ten years and $500 million later, the Army pulls the plug on it
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Minor league baseball passes on DHS Ready Campaign
Over two-thirds of teams are not participating in what William Arkin calls a “sophomoric and wasteful” effort
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State incubators see growth in the first responder market
Local technology initiatives take off nationwide, with planners attracted by low start up costs and big payoffs; South Carolina sees $14 in local economic activity for every dollar invested
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Northrop, IAI to collaborate on small, light stellites
The military and the intelligence community are showing a growing interest in small, light, and cheap satellites; Nortrhop hopes to ride this interest to greater prominence in the satellite market
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IPAT acquires Hilson Research
Two leading personality and ability testing firms merge; growing demand for testing of personnel in high-risk occupations
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Acxiom acquires Harbinger
Harbinger has developed a powerful search engine which, among other things, extracts and validates intelligence derived from foreign languages; the technology will enhance Acxiom’s offerings
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Florida cities unveil technology wish lists
Cities from Miramar to Pembroke Pines get ready to spend their Urban Areas Security Initiative dollars; metal detectors and mobile traffic light manufacturers will find opportunities in the Sunshine State
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Body armor business booms
Companies such as Ceradyne and Armor Holding post large gains after DoD spends $5 billion in five years to protect troops; smaller companies find niche markets in custom-wear, police
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ITT slapped with $100 million fine for illegally exporting military technology
ITT admits to two felonies for violating the 1976 Arms Export Control Act by illegally shipping night-vision gear to China
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USBX reports heavy merger activity
Explosives detection and video surveillance among segments under consolidation; M&A increased 50 percent overall last year, says research firm
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The long view
Encryption Breakthrough Lays Groundwork for Privacy-Preserving AI Models
In an era where data privacy concerns loom large, a new approach in artificial intelligence (AI) could reshape how sensitive information is processed. New AI framework enables secure neural network computation without sacrificing accuracy.
AI-Controlled Fighter Jets May Be Closer Than We Think — and Would Change the Face of Warfare
Could we be on the verge of an era where fighter jets take flight without pilots – and are controlled by artificial intelligence (AI)? US R Adm Michael Donnelly recently said that an upcoming combat jet could be the navy’s last one with a pilot in the cockpit.
The Potential Impact of Seabed Mining on Critical Mineral Supply Chains and Global Geopolitics
The potential emergence of a seabed mining industry has important ramifications for the diversification of critical mineral supply chains, revenues for developing nations with substantial terrestrial mining sectors, and global geopolitics.
AI and the Future of the U.S. Electric Grid
Despite its age, the U.S. electric grid remains one of the great workhorses of modern life. Whether it can maintain that performance over the next few years may determine how well the U.S. competes in an AI-driven world.
Using Liquid Air for Grid-Scale Energy Storage
New research finds liquid air energy storage could be the lowest-cost option for ensuring a continuous power supply on a future grid dominated by carbon-free but intermittent sources of electricity.
Enhanced Geothermal Systems: A Promising Source of Round-the-Clock Energy
With its capacity to provide 24/7 power, many are warming up to the prospect of geothermal energy. Scientists are currently working to advance human-made reservoirs in Earth’s deep subsurface to stimulate the activity that exists within natural geothermal systems.