DIU seeking ‘near-term’ power-beaming satellite demo
The goal of the new project is to field an operational capability for space-to-space and space-to-ground power beaming by 2030, according to the Defense Innovation Unit call to industry.
Department of Air Force picks bidders for nuclear microreactors, assigns locations
Supporters say the program could enhance national security by strengthening DoD’s energy sources. Critics, meanwhile, have argued that ANPI’s benefits are illusory, and come with too much cost and risk.
On-demand webinar: Research security in an era of global competition
Watch experts discuss foreign influence risks, evolving DoD policy, and strategies for balancing security with scientific collaboration.
Big news in microreactors and counter-drone systems for days at AUSA Day 2 [Video]
Breaking Defense's Aaron Mehta excitedly discusses microreactors going to military bases.
DARPA’s DRACO nuclear propulsion project ROARs no more
DRACO began life in 2020 with the moniker "Reactor on a Rocket," or ROAR — a name agency scientists later decided might garner negative attention.
DIU selects 8 ‘eligible’ companies for nuclear microreactors that could power US bases
“Projecting power abroad demands ensuring power at home and this program aims to deliver that,” said DIU’s Andrew Higier.
On Army bases, nuclear energy can’t add resilience, just costs and risks
In this op-ed, Alan J. Kuperman argues that the risks of adding nuclear reactors to military bases outweigh any benefits.
How the Pentagon is shaping its next cyber strategy
Drawing on Breaking Defense's TechNet Cyber 2026 coverage, this eBook examines how the Pentagon is advancing AI, cybersecurity, and cyber strategy to strengthen the future force.
AFRL picks 3 contractors for JETSON effort to develop fission powered spacecraft
The Space Force sees nuclear fission reactors as a solution to replace solar panels for operations in the darkness of deep space.
Fixing a fatal, nuclear flaw in AUKUS
With an AUKUS announcement imminent, nonproliferation expert Alan Kuperman says there’s still time to make sure Australian subs use less dangerous low-enriched uranium and make the world safer.
Keep concerns over Ukraine’s nuclear reactors realistic
Fear during a war is understandable, but the situation with Ukraine's nuclear reactors is simply not as scary as it sounds, writes nuclear expert Jack Kelly.
In Surprise Move US, UK Agree To Share Nuclear Submarine Tech With Australia
A US official called the move the "biggest strategic step Australia has taken in generations."
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Electric Battlefield: Army Awards $600K For R&D
Six small companies got $100,000 awards to do an eight-week sprint on ways to move the Army to electric power. Meanwhile, an academic study denounced the Army’s plan for mobile nuclear reactors.
Worries Surface As Carter Picks Submariner As CNO; It’s All About Nuclear Reactors
WASHINGTON: Even before it’s announced, the Pentagon’s pick for Chief of Naval Operations – the current head of Naval Reactors — is already being questioned, not because of his performance but because of his current job. When Adm. Hyman Rickover created the unique post of director of Naval Reactors (NR) with its eight-year term, he did it […]