The most impactful news currently hogging the airwaves is the unfortunate white supremacist agitation in Charlottesville, Va. Innocent people have been hurt, a deep-seated vile sentiment has found an outlet, and most unfortunately, an audience as well. Neo-Nazism has always existed in human society, however, now, thanks to a new wave of resentment and questionable…
Space is not something which comes to one’s mind when discussing Africa. But as Ghana launches its first satellite GhanaSat-1, industry experts are elated that Africa has finally entered the space race. GhanaSat – 1: A Note Basically, a CubeSat, GhanaSat – 1 aims to integrate the high school curriculum with satellite technology along with…
What do skydivers and the Marines have in common? Commercial or military parachutes, of course. The impeccably constructed line that separates an adrenaline rush or successful air deployment from almost certain doom, the global parachute industry serves a very niche audience comprising of defense agencies, skydiving/adventure sports establishments and defense Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs). The…
Space. Quite unlike its name however, the limitless expanse that stretches above planet earth is littered with junk that alludes to mankind’s efforts to master this final frontier. Space debris comprises primarily of discarded satellites, rocket parts and other expendables that result from a standard space launch attempt. Space debris removal is a flourishing business,…
In a bid to make flights cleaner, greener, safer, and of course faster, NASA has launched its New Aviation Horizons initiative. Through this enterprise, NASA plans to launch supersonic passenger jets which are commercially viable and addresses the growing demand for high-speed air transit. Since 1973, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has banned the use…
In a world that’s gripped with political uncertainty, the week that was, drove home the logical importance that countries are affording to homeland security. Territorial borders and coastal outposts are intensely guarded, while conscious efforts are being made to keep potential trouble out. Is EU missing the boat on global terrorism? In the troubled waters…
The decisive role played by laser systems in adding the much-needed edge to the military prowess can no longer be ignored. New defense technology is all about making the most of laser systems for lethal attack strategy and countering battlefield chaos. The limitations of current laser weapon systems, along with failing prototypes, are two major…
Today’s global political scene is a rather messed up combination of strong egos and misplaced affiliations. All that entails bilateral arguments that have the propensity to graduate into full-blown armed conflicts. Thankfully, homeland security ensures that the fallout from such conflicts isn’t directly affecting a clear majority of the country’s population. However, being prepared in…
Defense strategists are looking for stronger and meaner ways to ace their enemies. State-of-the-art equipment backed with latest developments in the digital technology has provided the much-needed edge to the defense technology. Counter unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV), hypersonic missiles, and battlefield surveillance radars, are high in demand in the global defense market; at the same…
Naval vessels are armed to the teeth, with a wide-range of anti-surface, anti-submarine, and anti-aircraft firearms. Although frigates and corvettes are often termed as support vessels, these are powerful ships to combat any armed conflicts at sea. With a growing number of countries adopting strategies and tactics for strengthening their combat capabilities, naval warfare has…
