The changes focus mainly on making standard medical equipment more suitable for use in a battlefield environment.
By Justin KatzDisplay screens are the eyes for maneuver forces needing to command and control
The Army is upfitting vehicles with big 24 or 32-inch displays that present multiple sources of data for a full operational picture.
The new solicitation is another instance where the US Navy seems to be opting for technology that is commercially ready, rather than exquisite and unique.
By Justin Katz
The policy, spearheaded by the House, will require agreement from the Senate before it stands a chance at becoming law.
By Justin Katz
A new government contracting notice says the ship will undergo maintenance from April 2025 through October 2026.
By Justin Katz
The Foundry will be the sister program to the Navy’s software factory known as “the Forge.”
By Justin Katz
The proliferation of 3D printers, combined with loosened rules on using them, could change the way the Navy fixes its ships at sea, a top officer tells Breaking Defense.
By Justin Katz
After the Navy signaled it wanted to sink the longstanding experimental drone program, lawmakers stepped in to keep it afloat.
By Justin Katz
Better user interface and experience create faster decision-making in multi-domain operations
Improved UX and UI can enable smarter use of AI and automation, helping warfighters manage data-rich environments and make faster, more informed decisions.
The Alexandria’s service life was extended by three years through September 2025, a service official told Breaking Defense.
By Justin Katz
The Navy may be left with a large gap in its family of UUVs at a time the service leaders say they are ready to integrate the technology more deeply into the fleet.
By Justin Katz
The LDUUV program, dubbed Snakehead, has had a wild ride for the past year between Navy proposals to ditch and resurfacing congressional funding.
By Justin Katz
The Zumwalt class has become notorious for its cost overruns. Now, the Navy is considering even further changes.
By Justin Katz
The jump to metal-based 3D printing for Navy ships has been a long time coming, as the service wants quick fixes for commonly degraded parts.
By Justin Katz
Navy says delay also caused by ship mods to accommodate F-35 Joint Strike Fighter and COVID-19.
By Justin Katz
LCS-19 will be the third ship to receive the combining gear fix, but is also on the shortlist to be decommissioned.
By Justin Katz
