David A. Hoagland of War on the Rocks reports that the B61 nuclear gravity bomb, first developed after the Cuban Missile Crisis, remains a cornerstone of the U.S. nuclear arsenal due to its adaptability. Over 60 years and 13 modifications later, the latest version—the B61-13—has been rapidly developed to address evolving threats, especially hardened and […]
Venus Aerospace Tests World’s First Mach 6-Capable Engine System
Venus Aerospace has successfully completed NASA-supported testing of advanced nozzle designs for its compact Rotating Detonation Rocket Engine (RDRE), a breakthrough in hypersonic propulsion. Backed by a Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) award, the tested nozzles exceeded expectations and will be integrated into a flight demonstration this summer. Venus’s RDRE uses supersonic shockwaves to generate […]
JACKAL: New Spacecraft to Patrol Amid Rising Threats
Tereza Pultarova of IEEE Spectrum reports that True Anomaly, a Colorado-based startup founded by former U.S. Space Force and Air Force officers, is developing Jackal, an innovative spacecraft designed to patrol and protect orbital space. As satellite numbers and space debris increase, Jackal aims to address the rising risks of collisions and space threats from […]
The Arctic Is No Longer Safe for NATO
Former NATO Secretary General Anders Fogh Rasmussen has called on the alliance to take a stronger role in the Arctic in response to increasing Russian military activity in the region, reports Sanne Wass of Bloomberg. Citing Russia’s buildup of air bases and Arctic capabilities, Rasmussen urged NATO to develop a formal Arctic strategy and set […]
Reusable Hypersonic Test Marks Historic Return
The Department of Defense reports that in March 2025, the U.S. completed a second successful flight of the Stratolaunch Talon-A2, a reusable uncrewed hypersonic vehicle that reached speeds over Mach 5. Part of the MACH-TB program, the tests mark the first reusable hypersonic flights since 1968 and aim to accelerate the development and testing of […]
Solving America’s Missile Shortage
According to The Maritime Executive, a new study, Empty Bins In A Wartime Environment by the Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS), warns that the U.S. lacks sufficient precision-guided munitions to sustain a major naval conflict with China, such as a potential Taiwan Strait war. Simulations show that key missile stockpiles would be depleted within […]
Drone Wars: US and China Showcase Next-Gen Microwave Weapons
Nations are rapidly developing advanced weapons to counter the growing threat of drones, especially low-cost, swarm-capable systems. High-power microwave (HPM) weapons are a key focus, as they can disable drones by disrupting their electronics without expensive ammunition. The US and China are leading this push, each testing next-gen microwave systems designed for battlefield use, aiming […]
The AI Gap: Why Consumer Tech Outpaces U.S. Defense Systems
Palmer Luckey, founder of Anduril, warns of a future in which China rapidly invades Taiwan, overpowering unprepared U.S. forces due to outdated defense systems and a lack of scalable military production. He highlights a troubling tech gap: “your Tesla has better AI than U.S. aircraft, your Roomba has better autonomy than most Pentagon weapons, and […]
Blazing Ahead: U.S. Bets on Draper Engine to Close Hypersonic Gap
Ursa Major has received a $28.6 million U.S. Air Force contract to advance its Draper engine for hypersonic and in-space propulsion. Developed in under a year—faster than industry norms—Draper successfully completed a major hotfire test in March 2024. The 4,000-pound-thrust, storable liquid engine offers maneuverability and extended range, making it ideal for tactical hypersonic missions […]
U.S. Conducts Secret Test of ‘Dark Eagle’ Hypersonic Missile
Richard Tribou of the Orlando Sentinel reports that the U.S. Army has officially named its long-range hypersonic weapon “Dark Eagle” following a successful test at Cape Canaveral. Designed to strike high-value targets at extreme speeds, the missile system combines speed, accuracy, and stealth. Developed jointly by the Army and Navy, Dark Eagle aims to enhance […]
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