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international-affairs1 year ago

"US Witnesses North Korea's Failed Satellite Launch Up Close"

The US Air Force's RC-135S Cobra Ball reconnaissance plane was strategically positioned to gather data on North Korea's failed satellite launch, which ended in a midair explosion. The mission, part of a broader effort to monitor Pyongyang's missile activities, involved real-time data sharing with Japan and South Korea. North Korea blamed the failure on a new engine and vowed to continue its satellite program, while condemning US reconnaissance activities as espionage.

via Newsweek|
#international-affairs#missile-technology#north-korea
spacedefense2 years ago

"Unfulfilled Mission: The Manned Orbiting Laboratory Project"

The Manned Orbiting Laboratory (MOL) was a top-secret US program in the 1960s aimed at sending a crewed spy satellite to space to obtain high-resolution photographic imagery of US adversaries like the Soviet Union. Prompted by the need for rapid and reliable intelligence during the Cold War and the Vietnam War, the program aimed to marry the capabilities of spy planes and photo reconnaissance satellites by operating a crewed spy satellite in space. Although the program never made it to space, it was intended to provide real-time intelligence gathering and circumvent limitations faced by traditional satellites.

via Business Insider|
#cold-war#manned-orbiting-laboratory#reconnaissance
militarytechnology2 years ago

North Korea Launches Spy Satellite Program, Warns US of 'Declaration of War'

North Korea has officially launched its spy satellite program with the successful launch of the Malligyong-1 satellite last month. The newly established reconnaissance satellite operation office will function as an independent military intelligence organization, reporting to the Central Military Commission and providing information to major military units. North Korean officials claim that the satellite has transmitted new photos of various locations, including U.S. naval and air force bases. The country asserts its right to develop space under international law and criticizes the U.S. and its allies for imposing sanctions and interfering with its sovereign rights.

via UPI News|
#malligyong-1#militarytechnology#national-security
military-technology2 years ago

Ukraine's Drone Warfare: From AI-equipped UAVs to DIY Explosive Drones

Ukraine's Deputy Prime Minister, Mykhailo Fedorov, has shared a video showcasing nearly 2,000 UAVs equipped with artificial intelligence that have been deployed to the contact line. These drones, purchased under the Army of Drones program, will provide safe reconnaissance, adjust artillery fire, and identify well-camouflaged Russian targets using AI. The drones automatically track and transmit data on different types of targets, enabling attack drones and artillery to take over.

via Yahoo News|
#army-of-drones#artificial-intelligence#military-technology
defense2 years ago

Germany to Provide Ukraine with Advanced Luna NG Reconnaissance Drones

Germany has reportedly ordered defense corporation Rheinmetall to supply Ukraine's Armed Forces with the Luna NG unmanned aerial reconnaissance system, an updated version of the Luna X-2000 drone. The system, which includes a ground control station, several drones, and a launch catapult, will be delivered by the end of 2023. The Luna NG can fly continuously for 12 hours over a distance of more than 100 kilometers and has a maximum cruising altitude of 5,000 meters. While Rheinmetall plans to release an armed version of the drone, it will not be delivered to Ukraine by the end of the year.

via Meduza|
#defense#germany#luna-ng
conflict2 years ago

Ukraine makes gains in counteroffensive against Russian forces.

Russian forces are conducting reconnaissance efforts to gather data for future missile attacks on Ukraine, according to the spokesperson for Operational Command South. The Russians are using uncrewed "scouts" to collect data, including searching for targets in the rear. The Russians are particularly interested in the Ochakiv direction and the axis along the right bank of the Dnipro. Ukrainian forces are working covertly to surprise the enemy and have had recent successes in taking down Russian invaders, artillery units, and boats. Four Russian ships, including a Kalibr cruise missile carrier, are currently on combat duty in the Black Sea.

via Ukrinform|
#black-sea#conflict#missile-attacks
military2 years ago

Marine Corps Prepares for Future with Force Design and Robotics Integration

The US Marine Corps will restructure all of its infantry battalions and reduce their size from around 900 to just over 800 Marines by September, as part of the ongoing Force Design modernization effort. The units will also have more medical and reconnaissance capabilities, as well as loitering munitions. The changes were announced as part of the service's Force Design Annual Update.

via Defense One|
#force-design#infantry-battalions#military
military2 years ago

Ukrainian Army Suffers Heavy Losses in Probing Russian Lines.

The Ukrainian army is conducting reconnaissance operations in the Zaporizhzhia sector, which could be a prelude to a major counteroffensive. However, recent probes have resulted in heavy losses for the Ukrainians, highlighting the dangers of shifting from defense to offense. The reconnaissance-in-force by the 128th Mountain Brigade and nearby territorial brigades ran into devastating Russian fire, leaving behind at least four ex-Dutch YPR-765 tracked armored personnel carriers. To avoid such losses, the Ukrainian army needs to reinforce its southern brigades and deploy more artillery.

via Forbes|
#counteroffensive#losses#military