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chris cox
Connectors with staying power
ODU has long been a bellwether in the field of precision-engineered connectors. Global portfolio manager Günter Rohr talks to Defence & Security Systems International about how the group has gone about adapting and improving its Advanced Military Connector range in order to support battlefield communications and the ‘soldier of the future’.
Superior battery power that lasts
Onboard batteries for combat vehicles are becoming more sustainable with the creation of Saft’s lithium-ion (Li-ion) e6T battery system, which has been developed for engine starting, and powering electronic systems, turret drives and silent watch duties.
Ethernet conversion made easy
Sabtech, an established leader in the design, manufacture and support of commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) and tactical data communications solutions for C5ISR systems, develops methods to convert legacy data links to Ethernet LANs.
Precision-guided solutions
The high cost of precision-guided missiles can severely restrict a force’s ability to accurately strike soft and lightly armoured targets in urban areas. Dave Harrold, BAE Systems’ precision-guidance solutions product line director, discusses the economic and weapon compatibility challenges facing today’s armed services, and the firm’s latest laser-guided rocket: the Advanced Precision Kill Weapon System.
Leasing solutions for SAR, oil and gas, military and defence
Using the correct tools for a wide array of operations is of the utmost importance to responsible entities. Through the provision of multipurpose vessels and customer-oriented leasing solutions, MSAR is striving to become a leading point of reference within this specialised market.
High-tech marine incinerators
Onboard incineration of solid and liquid waste generated on a ship has for decades been acknowledged as the most environmentally friendly waste treatment for the merchant shipping fleet and for navy vessels. Local management of sludge oil and solid waste is highly appreciated and recommended by the International Marine Organization (IMO) and other classification societies.
Cutting-edge technology for investigation authorities
Investigation authorities at all levels face the same challenge of increasing data volumes delivered by various heterogeneous sensor systems. Interception capabilities and data captures cannot be allocated thoroughly due to the lack of homogeneous tasking.
For all your destruction needs
Since 1985, Elcoman has been at the cutting edge of the market with the highly innovative and technologically advanced KOBRA high-security range. The name KOBRA is synonymous with highly efficient shredders, all of which are designed and manufactured in Europe.
High data-rate transmission for complex signals
Today’s battlefield is evolving rapidly, incorporating state-of-the-art technologies into new-generation systems such as video surveillance, optronic sensors and telemetry.