Missiles and radar need more than demand – they need manufacturing capacity
Expanding manufacturing capacity is critical to producing missiles, radars, and launch systems.
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Ex-defense minister’s futuristic ‘Army of Robots’ raises eyebrows in Ukraine
A splashy promo video published by Mykhailo Fedorov envisions humanoid robots in combat, but not everyone is convinced it's the right play.
From directed energy to AI and hardening, JIATF-401 is widening counter-UAS options
There is no single answer to the drone threat, pushing the Pentagon toward a broader mix of defenses.
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Why propulsion could be the critical piece in Golden Dome’s architecture
Throttleable systems, boost-phase interception, and new manufacturing capacity expand missile defense options.
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Localizing tactical communications for sovereign, NATO-ready C3I
Beyond foreign sales, Rafael’s model enables tech transfer, local engineering, and is a template for NATO partners.
MBDA to replace CEO with Airbus executive
During his time at MBDA, Éric Béranger oversaw the firm’s major industrial ramp-up.
Nine European allies join Ukraine in new anti-ballistic coalition
The coalition's flagship project will be centered around the Ukraine-developed Freyja, while a European industry group separately announced that exo-atmospheric interceptor project is now also in the works.
Building logistics networks for contested environments
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Pentagon’s Munitions Acceleration Council identifies 14 ‘critical’ weapons for 2027
“We're making them put skin in the game … and we expect them to meet the ramp rates that they agree to. And, if they don't, there'll be penalties for them,” said Jules “Jay” Hurst, who is performing the duties of the Pentagon comptroller.
The Pentagon wants a 188 percent bump for missile procurement. Can industry deliver?
With $70.5 billion in the FY27 budget request for munitions, a handful of analysts said they expect the Pentagon to spread the funding over several years and to fuel multiyear buys.
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It’s a flight-proven hypersonic missile powered for the first time by a storable liquid engine
A new Air Force demonstrator with a novel engine is testing whether hypersonics can field faster, be adaptable, and affordably scale.
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Integrating platforms to respond to changing threats of modern warfare
R&D, engineering and manufacturing processes must all adapt to keep pace with the dynamic of technology.
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Winning the information war is as much about ideas and perception as it is about data
"Being able to tell the commander you don't need to do something is actually a pretty powerful message, as well."
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Why manufacturing critical defense technologies in the US is the linchpin to national security
Breaking Defense visits production lines for made-in-America circuit boards, displays, and missile components.
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Golden Dome’s industrial call to arms could match the Manhattan Project
The nationwide missile shield will test industry’s ability to innovate fast and integrate complex systems without failure.
Golden Dome faces challenges of size, scope and scale from every angle
Defending a country the size of the US from attacks such as hypersonics and drones creates major challenges.
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Missile threats at scale: Turning Golden Dome into reality
Golden Dome’s layered architecture will have weapons and sensors in space for global coverage.