Undersea Warfighting Development Center Leadership Visits NUWC Division Newport
in the undersea battle space. This work is performed in collaboration with UWDC’s Submarine Aggressor Squadron (AGGRON).A tour of the Weapons Analysis Facility (WAF) Lab followed. The facility is used for critical tasking in torpedo software development, software integration into torpedo weapon systems, simulation and analysis of both in-water and simulated weapon runs.The group also met with members of the USW Electromagnetic Systems Department, for the latest developments in communications and electronic warfare, as the U.S. Navy’s principal research, development, test and evaluation
Maritime Gunships: Kraken Partners with MSI-Defence Systems
British maritime company Kraken Technology Group (KTG) has partnered up with MSI-Defence Systems (MSI-DS) around key systems on its K50 KRAKEN maritime gunship.MSI-DS is a land and naval weapon systems specialist focusing on precision engagement, weapons direction, remote situational awareness and hard kill on a range of host platforms.MSI-DS has developed cross-domain weapons platforms and control systems for naval, land, and littoral environments."This partnership agreement reflects many areas of collaboration and development between both parties, specifically the integration of MSI-Defence
Swedish Defense Orders More Saab Torpedos
end of 2023.The order includes pre-studies and engineering which incorporates subsystem prototypes for improvements of the current torpedo.“This order helps to develop a more capable torpedo system for the future. We are looking forward to continue evolving one of the Swedish Navy’s main weapon systems,” said Görgen Johansson, head of Saab’s business area Dynamics.Production and development will take place in Linköping and Motala.The life extension program for the Swedish Navy’s heavyweight torpedo was first signed in 2020. Torpedo 62 is a heavyweight torpedo system
New Heavyweight Torpedo Enters Final Development
DCNS, who performed the qualification firing in a secured maritime area under the authority of program leader Direction Générale de l’Armement (DGA), the French Government Defense procurement and technology agency responsible for the program management, development and purchase of weapon systems for the French military. The F21 heavyweight torpedo was designed to neutralize enemy vessels and submarines. With a range in excess of 50km and a speed greater than 50 knots, the F21 is foreseen for operation not only in deep waters but above all in coastal areas with high levels of
BAE Systems Bags USN Award for Submarine Propulsors
. The award continues the company’s current position as the premier provider of propulsors to the U.S. undersea fleet. “The propulsor contributes significantly to the overall stealth and effectiveness of a submarine,” said Joe Sentfle, vice president and general manager of Weapon Systems at BAE Systems. “This award demonstrates the Navy’s confidence in our high standards and ability to deliver this vital technology to the Virginia class, a national security asset.” The contract’s value could eventually amount to $162.9 million if all options are
MacArtney Connectivity for Navy Bow Sonar Systems
, was commissioned in 2012 and so far, a total of 21 ships are on order. FREMM frigates are considered to be among the most technologically advanced, adaptable and competitively priced vessels on the world market. Depending on the specific module and mission configuration, these potent warships carry weapon systems capable of dealing with almost any subsea, surface, land and air based adversary. With a system supply spanning the Herakles multifunction radar, the Artemis infrared search and track system, various electronic warfare and communication systems along with a sonar suite, Thales has made
Russia Offers Indonesia Type 636 Submarines
Minister Ryamizard Ryacudu to discuss military and defense partnerships between the two countries, said Defense Ministry spokesperson Col. Djundan. He declined to give further information on Indonesia’s response to the offers, saying the ministry was still working to find the best new weapon systems for Indonesia. Currently, Indonesia has two submarines that were bought from Germany. Indonesia has bought two more new submarines from South Korea, but they are still under construction. The country needs at least 12 submarines to secure the country’s large sea territory
NUWC Newport Dedicates New Research Facility
the proper repairs required to resolve fleet issues without impacting submarine availability. The state-of-the-art facility also augments the capability to integrate future large payloads. The facility will allowdefense contractors to directly partner with the NAVSEA subject matter experts on weapon systems in support of end-to-end submarine payload integration. “The strategic benefit includes more cost-effective test and evaluation of advanced payloads. It also provides unprecedented end-to-end system testing,” said Jabaley. “It’s also an opportunity for industry to use
FMV's Order for Saab for Underwater Weapon System
. Saab has received an order from FMV regarding design plans for a new lightweight torpedo. This is the first step in developing a new lightweight torpedo. Final delivery of this order will be during 2015. "We are very pleased and proud to have the continued confidence to deliver torpedo weapon systems to FMV and the Swedish Navy in the commencement of the work to deliver the replacement for Torpedo 45", says Görgen Johansson, senior VP and head of business area Saab Dynamics. "Saab Dynamics has, over the years, established a unique experience and expertise in developing underwater
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