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Innovative sodium-ion batteries with the use of a family of electrodes known as Prussian blue. While the world of defense continues to evolve, one thing stays constant – the need for reliable, safe, and easy-to-maintain power. Natron batteries are non-flammable, operate in a wider range of temperatures, and offer a level of performance other defense and military battery options simply can’t match. https://lnkd.in/g5bfKMGY

Part 3… Not only are many of the DoD's precision kinetic weapon systems, as well as those comprising the nuclear triad, reliant on Chinese Semiconductors, but this dependence also extends to most of our sophisticated, high-cost naval platforms. These instruments of war secure the US's competitive edge globally. They enable us to safeguard ourselves through deterrence and maintain open sea lanes for free and equitable global shipping. Like the benefits of cheap, good, and fast goods? A highly capable US Navy is essential to ensure the uninterrupted flow of shipping. Should China invade Taiwan, the strain on supply chains experienced during Covid19 will pale in comparison to the impacts on shipping. The world requires highly capable US Naval ships and cannot rely on the adversarial nation, which necessitates such capabilities, to supply the microchips that power them. Graph Credit: Govini #build4defense #buildfordefense #nationaldefense #nationalsecurity #DoDx #nationalsecurity  #uschinarelations #uschina #greatpowercompetition 

In the latest aerial arsenal development, the Air Force has deployed the B-61-12 tactical nuclear bomb on its fleet of 20 B-2 Spirit stealth bombers. These high-tech flying wing jets, part of the 509th Bomb Wing based at Whiteman Air Force Base, are set to redefine strategic capabilities. By 2025, approximately 480 B61-12s are expected to replace B61-4 bombs, making their mark across various aircraft, including the B-2's successor, the B-21 Raider, F-35 Lightning II stealth fighters, F-16 Fighting Falcon tactical jet fighters, and more. Most of these aircraft have already test-dropped the B61-12, showcasing its versatility. At Legacy Components, we keep a close eye on industry developments to ensure our clients have access to cutting-edge components, supporting advancements in aerospace technology. #LegacyComponents #FighterJetFriday #B2Bomber #Components #Distributor #Microchips #FighterJet #Military #AerospaceIndustry

Our power and energy journey continues….

BARC Explores Mobile Reactor Technology: A Dual-Use Innovation The Bhabha Atomic Research Centre (BARC) is developing mobile reactor technology with potential applications in civilian infrastructure and military systems. While specifics are undisclosed, experts anticipate its use in providing reliable power to remote areas. However, its military applications, such as high-powered Electronic Warfare systems, raise questions. BARC's pursuit aligns with global interest in Small Modular Reactors (SMRs) for their mobility, cost-effectiveness, and potential role in industrial decarbonization. For Aerospace & Defence Updates Follow: https://lnkd.in/d-FkwVj9

It's official, the Northrop Grumman-made B-21 Raider has entered production after successful ground and flight tests at Edwards Air Force Base in California! At this current stage of low-rate production, Northrop Grumman has built or is in the process of building at least six test B-21s, with the Air Force's goal of fielding a fleet of at least 100 Raiders and the first entering service within the next few years. By the 2030s, the B-21 Raider is set to replace the aging B-1B Lancer and B-2 Spirit and be part of a two-bomber fleet comprised of these B-21 Raiders and another 76 of the upgraded B-52J Stratofortresses. Ellsworth Air Force Base in South Dakota is set to receive the first active B-21 Raider, with delivery expected to take place in the mid-2020s. Additionally, photographs have shown the B-21's nickname painted on its landing gear door -- Cerberus, the beastly multi-headed dog that guards the gates of Hades in Greek mythology. At a projected procurement cost of $692 million each, the Raider's advanced stealth capabilities will allow it to carry out "penetrating deep strike missions against advanced adversaries" with capabilities of carrying both conventional and nuclear weapons. This incredible feat of technology is sure to become an icon of superior capabilities! #airforce #b21 #raider #militarynews #flighttest #technology https://lnkd.in/eadQAm2z

'For example, the Aviation Industry Corp. of China (AVIC), which produces advanced Chinese air force fighter jets; the China State Shipbuilding Corp., which produces Chinese navy warships; and CGN Power Co., which has been accused of trying to steer U.S. nuclear technology to the Chinese military, are all part of MSCI and BlackRock fund either directly or through their subsidiaries. [BlackRock calls this ESG, bruv.] 'Others argue that because these Wall Street firms are engaging in technically legal activities, Congress and the government have no right to intervene. But that’s exactly backward. It’s the job of Congress and the government to respond to national security vulnerabilities and make new laws and policies to protect Americans'. [Hear, hear.] https://archive.md/R40VN

Why the U.S. Air Force Needs 300 B-21 Raider Stealth Bombers 📐Strategic Necessity: The B-21 Raider is crucial for the U.S. Air Force amid fleet reductions and the challenge of developing sixth-generation aircraft. It provides the necessary capability to maintain military competitiveness, particularly against China. 📐Length of Stick and Range: With potential conflicts involving vast distances, especially in the context of challenges posed by China, the B-21's long-range capabilities become indispensable. Its ability to hold both conventional and nuclear targets at risk positions it as a vital asset for future warfare scenarios. 📐Practical Proven Design: The B-21, based on the proven design of the B-2 stealth bomber, offers reliability and readiness. Its production can leverage existing manufacturing capabilities, ensuring a quicker deployment compared to more ambitious, yet uncertain, projects. 📐Right Number? The Air Force's order of 100 units underscores the urgency, but a fleet of 300 is deemed necessary to bolster U.S. defenses effectively.

Next year, the Australian military and the U.S. Defense Department will collaborate on hypersonic experiments, the Pentagon’s chief technology officer said. This technology is part of the second phase of AUKUS, a trilateral agreement between Australia, the U.S. and the UK. The first phase of AUKUS was about developing nuclear submarines, while the second phase is about working on advanced technologies such as hypersonics, quantum computing, autonomy and electronic warfare. The two countries have been doing hypersonic research for over 15 years. They completed a secret 10-year project in 2017, called HiFiRE. In 2020, they started a new project called SCIFiRE, which aimed to create a missile that can fly at Mach 5, using a scramjet engine that breathes air, and that can be launched from a fighter jet. This involves co-operation between the US Air Force and the Royal Australian Air Force In our assessment, the market for hypersonic weapons has few competitors. All of the companies in this sector are huge corporations with well-established brand names and firm grips on technology, accumulated expertise, and proprietary designs. The sector's competition is mostly driven from these few companies bidding on new contracts. Because of the nature of hypersonic weapon systems, the expenses to enter the hypersonic weapons industry are greater than in other sectors, particularly when safety regulations add extra layers to the design of equipment and/or facilities. Due to quantity-distance constraints and explosion-proofing of equipment and structures, every firm storing or utilising energetic elements, for example, requires bigger property investments. These increased costs, while necessary and acceptable, can be extremely burdensome for any new market entry. #australia #hypersonic #technology #innovation #pentagon #usa #military (Image Source: US Air Force)