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We understand and can emulate the complex threats posed by our adversaries. Our target vehicles provide realistic scenarios that test our nation’s missile defense capabilities and prove we can outmatch the threat. Learn more: http://ms.spr.ly/6041Y66Fh

How to tackle Hypersonic Threats? Adapt & enhance! In face of hypersonic missile threats; Thales is pushing the boundaries of defense technology. Our advanced Command and Control (#C2) systems are designed to handle the complexities of these high speed weapons ensuring a robust defense for nations and their high value assets. Read more : http://thls.co/4jYx50Szq8t #HypersonicDefence #AirDefence #C2 #DefenceSystems

This #ThrowbackThursday, revisit "How Do Ballistic Missile Defense Systems and OCXO Work?" on YouTube. Missile Defense Systems like THAAD, GMD, Aegis, and Patriot are crucial for national security, countering ICBM threats. These systems depend on precise hardware, such as OCXOs from Bliley Technologies. Watch here: https://hubs.li/Q02GdXv60 #DefenseTech #MissileDefense #OCXO

Interesting seems like ballistics have been a hot topic for a while and now anti-ballistic and drone neutralizing are being heavily integrated into Naval Fleets in the Middle East and I would also guess Eastern Asia

The U.S. Missile Defense Agency (MDA) has chosen Northrop Grumman Corporation for the forward-thinking Glide Phase Interceptor (GPI) initiative, a groundbreaking defensive solution against hypersonic missile threats. Over three years of collaboration, Northrop Grumman and MDA have successfully created an advanced design that not only addresses current hypersonic threats but also safeguards against emerging ones with cutting-edge technology. This strategic partnership highlights a shared dedication to enhancing defense capabilities in response to evolving security challenges. The GPI program signifies a pivotal step towards fortifying the nation's missile defense framework and bolstering national security. #MissileDefense #NorthropGrumman #HypersonicThreats #NationalSecurity

🚨Update: A review of Israeli Air Defense Forces prepared for attacks by enemies across the Middle East - 🔺Iron Dome: Designed for short-range threats like rockets and mortars, with a range of 4-70km. Each battery has a radar and launchers with 20 interceptors. But its weakness against mass rocket attacks has been exposed, and at $50,000 per missile it’s not exactly budget-friendly. 🔺David's Sling: Built for longer-range threats up to 300km, it uses kinetic "hit-to-kill" tech to shoot down ballistic missiles. But it lacks a fragmenting explosive warhead to take out missiles in a near-miss, and like its counterparts it buckles under mass missile attacks. 🔺The Arrow 2 and 3 systems are built to stop medium and long-range missiles up to 2,400km away and can target 14 missiles at once. But when the skies get busy, accuracy falters and their blind spots for fast-moving threats become a real problem. 🔺Iron Beam: The new kid on the block – except it’s still not quite ready to play. Touted as a ‘Star Wars’ weapon using lasers to shoot down missiles, the Iron Beam is still in development. For now, it’s nothing more than a promise on paper and Israel remains vulnerable while waiting for this technology to come online.

In a decisive move, Israel’s Ministry of Defense has expedited the development of the Arrow-4 ballistic missile interceptor. The development, coordinated with the US Missile Defense Agency, will attempt to address vulnerabilities exposed during Iran’s aerial attack on 14 April. The Arrow-4 would enhance Israel’s defensive posture, with the missile featuring advanced hit-to-kill technology and increased manoeuvrability to counter high-altitude threats, including cruise and hypersonic missiles. The strategic enhancement will not only attempt to address Israel’s immediate defence needs but also signify a broader commitment to maintaining a technological edge in a rapidly evolving security landscape. #Arrow4 #MissileDefense #IsraelDefense #AerospaceEngineering #MilitaryTechnology #NationalSecurity https://bit.ly/3JvVAxe

Glide Phase Interceptor plays a critical role in our regional counter hypersonic defense. http://ms.spr.ly/6044ldus6 Our design is purpose-built to provide reliable, layered defense against adversarial #hypersonic missile threats. #SMDSymposium