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?? Future of Army Robotics Vehicles: Will Oshkosh Defense Lead the Way? ?? At Association of the United States Army - AUSA the US Army was shown many prototypes that highlighted its push for cutting-edge robotic combat vehicles (RCVs), with Oshkosh Defense emerging as a strong contender. Their Remote Combat Vehicle-Light (RCV-L) could redefine battlefield tactics, handling high-risk maneuvers in hostile areas and potentially reducing soldier risk. But will Oshkosh be the Army’s choice for an all-encompassing RCV fleet? This decision has major implications for military strategy and the defense industry. ?What do you think about the role of autonomous systems in modern warfare? ?As a maintainer and life cycle logistics SME how do you assess the potential sustainability and reliability of the platform? ?? Full article ??

?? Innovation Alert! Celebrating a major milestone at McChord AFB with the successful Operational Test of Jet Dash! Kudos to visionary Airman, Jacob Sullivan, for spearheading this initiative and the 62nd Maintenance Group for all the support and feedback. Jet Dash revolutionizes the management of Aerospace Ground Equipment (AGE), much like a commercial food delivery app, from order to drop-off, you can keep track of your AGE equipment. What This Means: Jet Dash is specifically designed to accelerate the deployment and management of AGE, which is crucial for maintaining and operating aircraft efficiently. The Impact: By efficiently managing and dispatching AGE, Jet Dash significantly reduces delays and improves in-transit visibility, streamlining ground operations at McChord AFB. ?? Huge thanks to Team PA at McChord for their coverage of this project: https://lnkd.in/dX4Ch28r #JetDash #Innovation #McChordAFB USAF Photo By: Airman 1st Class Kylee Tyus

? U.S. Army Unveils Plans for Next-Gen Abrams Tank ________________________________________ ? The U.S. Army is collaborating with General Dynamics Land Systems to design a lighter, more advanced Abrams tank variant, the M1E3. This new variant is expected to be deployed alongside the M30 Infantry Fighting Vehicle currently under development. The Army is aiming for a similar timeline for both vehicles. The M1E3 aims to address logistical and economic concerns for the Abrams program. The Army wants to reduce the tank's weight from 73 tons to under 60 tons. This could involve a reduced crew size or a remote-controlled turret to save space within the armored compartment. It prioritizes long-term affordability and easier future upgrades. While the initial cost might be higher than upgrading current M1 tanks, the M1E3's design will allow for simpler and cheaper modifications in the coming decades. The Army expects the M1E3 to be the mainstay of American armored units beyond 2040. The M1E3 represents a significant departure from previous Abrams upgrades. It's likely to incorporate entirely new systems like fiber-optic cables, electric turret drives, and a new engine. Potential features include lighter armor and advanced technologies. The tank might have a crewless turret with an autoloader and a top-mounted 30mm cannon. It could also switch from a turbine engine to a more logistically friendly diesel engine. However, the M1E3 is likely to retain the Abrams' signature chassis and track/suspension system. The M1E3's lighter weight might be partly due to the Marine Corps' reliance on the Army for heavy armor support. Lighter tanks are easier to transport by ship and deploy on beaches. While not the primary focus, the Army understands the need for a future Abrams tank that can operate in amphibious environments. #army #military #tank #armor #vehicle #technology #innovation #abrams (Image Source: General Dynamics)

GMD History Series: GM Defense continues its homage to women in defense throughout Women’s History Month. As women began their work in factories during WWII, images depicting them on assembly lines became increasingly common, eventually leading to iconic representations like Rosie the Riveter. In the 1940s, GM repurposed its manufacturing plants to support the war efforts of WWII. The Saginaw Steering Division, now recognized as GM’s Automotive Accessory Division, was established in 1906 to produce automotive components for various automobile manufacturers. Buick acquired the company in 1910, subsequently integrating it into General Motors later that year. In 1940, the Saginaw Steering Gear Division received an order for 500 .30 Caliber Browning Machine Guns to aid in the war effort. Women were among the initial workers in the plant tasked with assembling guns and artillery shells, alongside divisions such as Chevrolet, Fisher Body Works, Oldsmobile and Inland, contributing to the production of 15 different types of anti-aircraft guns, cannons and carbines. GM ultimately manufactured over 120 million artillery shells to help with the Allied WWII efforts. The support provided during this period was paramount to the Allied success, with women often at the helm of these efforts. #wearegm #gmdefense #womenshistorymonth #womeninww2 #WWIIhistory #thegreatestgeneration?

What to know about the Bradley infantry fighting vehicle replacement design so far: 1. The companies competing ?? 2. Their progress so far ?? 3. The cost ??

What to know about the Bradley infantry fighting vehicle replacement design so far: 1. The companies competing ?? 2. Their progress so far ?? 3. The cost ??

Deployable CATT - training at the point of need. Progress indeed.

What to know about the Bradley infantry fighting vehicle replacement design so far: 1. The companies competing ?? 2. Their progress so far ?? 3. The cost ??

The XF5F-1 Skyrocket, an experimental aircraft developed for the U.S. Navy by Grumman in the early 1940s, has an interesting and somewhat lesser-known fact tied to its legacy: it became a star in the comic strips before it ever made a significant impact in the real world. Specifically, the Skyrocket was featured as the primary aircraft of the fictional character "Blackhawk" in the popular "Blackhawk" comic series. The Blackhawks were a squadron of ace pilots fighting the Axis powers during World War II, and the XF5F-1 Skyrocket was depicted as their cutting-edge aircraft, boasting capabilities far beyond those of any real-world counterpart at the time. This inclusion in the comic strip gave the Skyrocket a unique place in pop culture, arguably making it more famous among the public than its actual performance and contributions to aviation technology warranted. In reality, the XF5F-1 Skyrocket faced various development challenges and never went into production. However, its distinctive design, featuring twin engines mounted on a short, broad fuselage with a pusher-propeller configuration, made it a visually striking aircraft.

The posts and comments below are an insightful discussion about the DoD's ambitions for autonomous operations, and indeed, the challenges are multifaceted. Agree here that one key factor that often gets overlooked is the transition from successful demos to scalable, reliable production for military use. This gap is where many promising technologies stumble. I fielded a team in two DARPA Grand Challenges with very much a prototype of a prototype amongst a field of other prototypes. There were winners of those events in 2005 and 2007 and some really innovative entries and solutions. But, almost 20 years later, where is the scalable production solution for the DoD? The DoD seems to largely have focused on traditional suppliers for solutions, for the most part. So, after the DARPA challenge events, I and my company instead focused on evolving a versatile and robust autonomous software platform proven across a wide range of vehicle types and environments (over 50 different vehicle types, including UTVs, SUVs, trucks, buses, and even massive mining trucks) and some applications in air, surface, and underwater vehicles in our earlier days. This is not a pitch but a perspective from experiences, and there are other companies out there as well thinking/doing similar things. But the light bulb has gone off numerous times since the grand challenge days, from our experience showing that scalability and reliability come from a flexible and evolvable platform approach that can adapt to various vehicle architectures and mission requirements. I believe that achieving the DoD's vision will require a shift towards leveraging such adaptable, proven technologies, and fostering partnerships with some non-traditional and maybe less connected suppliers that prioritize a realizable evolutionary path and long-term scalability with a general purpose and versatile platform, over short-term single purpose demonstrations crammed chock full of demo features and complexities. Understanding the intricacies of evolutionary rollout and deployment at scale, especially in demanding environments, is crucial. This is where a general-purpose, versatile platform can bridge the gap between demonstration and deployment, ensuring that the technology is not only cutting-edge but also evolutionary, dependable, and ready for the rigors of military use. Looking forward to seeing how this space evolves and how we can all contribute to making ambitious goals a reality.