National Defense Magazine
National Defense is a podcast on military technology and defense industry trends, from the articles of National Defense Magazine.October 2025: DIY Drones, Airborne Comms and Navy Robots in NATO Waters
In this episode, National Defense discusses how Army units in Europe are building their own drones, an increasingly popular airborne communications system and why a U.S. Navy task force is teaming up with a NATO task force.
Published on: October 1, 2025September 2025: Ground Robots in Ukraine, 155mm Artillery Round Production and Drone Executive Orders
In this episode, National Defense discusses the proliferation of ground robots in Ukraine, the status of the Army’s goal to increase the production of one-fifty-five millimeter artillery rounds and the potential impact of recent drone-related Executive Orders.
Published on: September 2, 2025August 2025: U.S.-China Biotechnology Race, Hypersonic Weapons and Atlantic Alliance 25
In this episode, National Defense discusses the U.S.-China biotechnology race, the status of hypersonic weapons programs in the United States and a recent NATO amphibious exercise.
Published on: August 6, 2025July 2025: Special Ops aircraft, Marine Corps drones and Army vehicles
In this episode, National Defense discusses aircraft modernization in Special Operations Command, the Marine Corps’ drone fleet and axed Army vehicle programs.
Published on: July 2, 2025June 2025: Ghost Bat, AUKUS and Project Convergence
In this episode, National Defense discusses the future of Australia’s sovereign uncrewed aircraft, the status of AUKUS Pillar Two and Project Convergence.
Published on: June 3, 2025May 2025: MQ-25, Golden Dome and XM30
In this episode, National Defense discusses the Navy’s new carrier-based drone, President Donald Trump’s Golden Dome air and missile defense initiative, and the Army’s latest strategy to replace the Bradley Fighting Vehicle.
Published on: April 30, 2025April 2025: Special Shipbuilding Report
In this episode, National Defense discusses the shipbuilding industry’s workforce challenges in a special report.
Published on: April 3, 2025March 2025: AUKUS Tech, the Air Force and the Navy's Hybrid Fleet
In this episode, National Defense discusses AUKUS’s technology and information sharing challenges, the Air Force’s maritime strike role, and the Navy’s new robotics warfare specialists.
Published on: March 6, 2025February 2025: Small Vehicle Drone Protection, Air and Missile Defense in the Middle East, and Electronic Warfare in Space
In this episode, National Defense discusses small vehicle drone protection, the Middle East’s need for inexpensive air and missile defense tech, and electronic warfare in space.
Published on: February 4, 2025January 2025: NATO in the Arctic, AI in the Pentagon, and Army Maintenance and Repair
In this episode, National Defense discusses NATO presence in the critical region of the Arctic, AI in the decisionmaking space in the Pentagon, and Army maintenance and repair.
Published on: January 17, 2025December 2024: DIU and Drones, the Army's Self-Propelled Howitzer Modernization Program, and GCAP
In this episode, National Defense discusses the Defense Innovation Unit’s race to close the drone gap, the Army’s search for a new extended range cannon, and the United Kingdom, Japan, and Italy’s joint fighter aircraft program.
Published on: December 10, 2024November 2024: 5G Training, Red Hawk Simulators, and Navy LVC
In this episode, National Defense discusses the Marine Corps’ future training program using 5G, the T-7A trainer jet’s ground-based simulators, and the Naval Air Warfare Center using live, virtual, and constructive training at sea.
Published on: November 12, 2024October 2024: XM-30, CJADC2 and Poland
Sponsored by Western Alliance Bank — In this episode, National Defense discusses the Army’s XM30 Mechanized Infantry Combat Vehicle, the Defense Department’s data backbone for CJADC2 and Poland’s military modernization plan.
Published on: October 3, 2024September 2024: 155mm Ammunition, the F-22 Raptor, and the Army's Extended Range Cannon Artillery Program
In this episode, National Defense discusses the increasing demand for one-fifty-five millimeter ammunition, the F-twenty-two Raptor, and the Army’s Extended Range Cannon Artillery program.
Published on: September 5, 2024August 2024: U.S. and Japan, Small Drones and the SEAL's New Tech
In this episode, National Defense discusses the United States and Japan’s defense collaboration, the Army’s search for small, affordable drones, and the Navy SEALs’ return to their maritime roots.
Published on: July 31, 2024July 2024: NATO's Return to Collective Defense, Sweden's Role and the Nordic Bloc
In this episode, National Defense discusses NATO’s recommitment to collective defense, Sweden’s contribution to NATO, and the U.S. military training in NATO’s High North.
Published on: July 3, 2024June 2024: The Army and Nuclear Protection, Collisions in Space and Marine Corps Evacuation
In this episode, National Defense discusses nuclear protection, preventing collisions in orbit and Marine Corps training for embassy evacuation.
Published on: June 6, 2024May 2024: V-22, Laser Comms in Space, and Project Convergence
In this episode, National Defense discusses the V-twenty-two Osprey, laser communications in space and the Army and Marine Corps testing autonomous resupply drones at Project Convergence.
Published on: May 2, 2024April 2024: Littoral Combat Ship, Project Convergence and IVAS
In this episode, National Defense discusses the Navy’s troubled littoral combat ship, this year’s Army-led Project Convergence exercise, and the Army’s Integrated Visual Augmentation System.
Published on: April 4, 2024March 2024: AUKUS in Space, North Star 75 and the KC-135 Tanker
In this episode, National Defense discusses AUKUS in space, the Navy’s pursuit of 75 available surface ships and the Air Force’s stalled KC-135 replacement acquisition strategy.
Published on: March 6, 2024
February 2024: Journey to an Electric Fleet, the Stingray and Modernizing the Army's Artillery Systems
In this episode, National Defense discusses the Army and Marine Corps’ journey to a fully electric fleet, the Navy’s next-generation unmanned refueling aircraft and the modernization of the Army’s artillery systems.
Published on: January 30, 2024January 2024: Replicator Initiative, Generative AI and the Precision Strike Missile
In this episode, National Defense discusses the Defense Department’s Replicator initiative, generative AI, and the Army’s Precision Strike Missile.
Published on: January 1, 2024December 2023: The Arctic Angels, Victus Nox and Triton
In this episode, National Defense discusses the Army’s cold weather division in the Arctic, the Space Force’s Victus Nox mission, and the Navy’s new uncrewed aircraft.
Published on: December 1, 2023November 2023: AI, ICMBs and Red Hawk
In this episode, National Defense discusses artificial intelligence in training and simulations, the Air Force’s new intercontinental ballistic missile, and Boeing’s Red Hawk trainer jet.
Published on: November 1, 2023October 2023: 24-in-23, the Marine Raiders' Search for AI, And the Department's 5G Capabilities
In this episode, National Defense discusses the Army’s 24-in-23 promise, the Marine Raiders’ search for new AI tech, and the Pentagon and industry’s efforts to look beyond 5G.
Published on: October 2, 2023
September 2023: eVTOL Aircraft, Shifting Munitions Requirements And The Marines’ Reconnaissance Program
In this episode, National Defense discusses electric vertical takeoff and landing aircraft, shifting munitions requirements for great power competition, and the Marine Corps’ Advanced Reconnaissance Vehicle program.
Published on: September 6, 2023
August 2023: U.S. Hypersonics, Space Propulsion Technology and the Defense Industry's Struggles to Attract Talent
In this episode, National Defense discusses U.S. hypersonic programs, emerging space propulsion technologies, and the aerospace and defense industry’s struggle to attract talent.
Published on: July 28, 2023July 2023: JADC2, DDG(X) and Special Ops Float Plane
In this episode, National Defense discusses the Defense Department’s Joint All-Domain Command and Control initiative, the Navy’s development of a next-generation destroyer, and Air Force Special Operations Command’s push for a runway independent float plane.
Published on: June 29, 2023June 2023: V-22 Osprey, Space Force Tracking and Australia's Defence Strategic Review
In this episode, National Defense discusses the future of the V-22 Osprey, the Space Force’s struggle to track objects in orbit, and Australia’s new Defence Strategic Review.
Published on: May 30, 2023May 2023: Railgun, NGAD and Special Ops Rifle
In this episode, National Defense discusses the return of the railgun, the Air Force’s Next Generation Air Dominance program, and the expanding capabilities of Special Operations Command’s Reduced Signature Assault Rifle.
Published on: May 2, 2023April 2023: AUKUS, E-7A and 3D Printing
Welcome to what’s new in National Defense Magazine, a podcast on military, homeland security and technology trends. Available on Apple News. In this episode, National Defense discusses the AUKUS roadmap announcement, the Air Force’s plans to accelerate production of the E-7A aircraft, and why the Navy must go all in on 3-D printing.
Published on: April 4, 2023March 2023: AUKUS
In this episode, National Defense discusses the Australia-United Kingdom-United States, or AUKUS, agreement and its submarine-building schedule, how shipyard capacity could affect the partnership, and the three countries’ collaboration to develop hypersonic and quantum capabilities.
Published on: March 8, 2023February 2023: Vital Signs 2023, Defense Workforce, Rare Earths
In this episode, National Defense discusses the 2023 Vital Signs report, the defense industry’s workforce challenges, and the rare earth supply chain.
Published on: February 8, 2023January 2023: B-21 Raider, Space Development Agency, Navy Mine Warfare
In this episode, National Defense discusses the B-21 Raider, the Space Development Agency, and the Navy’s mine warfare capabilities.
Published on: January 4, 2023December 2022: USS Gerald R. Ford, Project Convergence, X-Rays For Bomb Techs
In this episode, National Defense discusses the Navy’s new aircraft carrier, Project Convergence 22, and x-ray machines that could make the job easier for bomb techs.
Published on: December 6, 2022November 2022: The Metaverse, Small Arms and the Space Force
In this episode, National Defense discusses the military and the metaverse, the Army’s small arms programs, and the Space Force’s focus on cyber capabilities.
Published on: November 1, 2022October 2022: The Army and Auto Racing, Counter-Drone Tech and Air & Missile Defense
In this episode, National Defense discusses the Army’s work with the auto racing industry, the service’s counter-drone initiatives, and upgrades to its air and missile defense capabilities.
Published on: October 5, 2022September 2022: Rim of the Pacific
In this episode, National Defense discusses the highlights of the 2022 Rim of the Pacific exercise.
Published on: September 7, 2022August 2022: Loitering Munitions, the RD-180 Rocket Engine and Nuclear Submarines
In this episode, National Defense discusses loitering munitions, new US rocket engines, and the Navy’s construction of nuclear submarines.
Published on: August 4, 2022July 2022: Energetics, Special Ops helicopters and Next-Gen Squad Weapons
In this episode, National Defense discusses energetic materials, new Special Ops helicopters and the Army’s Next-Gen Squad Weapon award.
Published on: July 13, 2022June 2022: Army Energy Innovations, the Black Hawk Replacement, and Airlift Capacity
In this episode, National Defense discusses new technologies to power soldiers on the go, the Army's effort to replace the Black Hawk helicopter and the Air Force’s waning airlift capacity.
Published on: June 9, 2022May 2022: SOCOM's Little Bird, the Navy's New Torpedo, and Polar Security Cutters
In this episode, National Defense discusses the future of the Little Bird helicopter, the Navy’s new torpedo program, and the delivery date of the Coast Guard’s new and improved icebreakers. Sponsored by BAE Systems.
Published on: May 5, 2022April 2022: The MQ-25 Stingray, Marine Corps trucks and the B-52's new engine
In this episode, National Defense discusses the Navy’s upcoming carrier-based tanker, the Marine Corps’ roadmap to new tactical vehicles, and the B-52 Bomber’s engine replacement program.
Published on: April 12, 2022March 2022: China's advanced missiles, aerial refueling and satcom in space
In this episode, National Defense explores the United States’ defense against China’s missiles, the aerial refueling gap and the Space Force’s plans for future satellite communications.
Published on: March 2, 2022February 2022: Force Design 2030, leader-follower technology and illegal fishing
In this episode, National Defense discusses the Marine Corps’ new operational vision, the Army’s leader-follower endeavor, and how the Coast Guard and Navy are tackling illegal fishing.
Published on: February 2, 2022January 2022: Vital Signs 2022, Micro 3D Printing and the Army's Project Convergence
In this episode, National Defense discusses the health and readiness of the defense industrial base, advancements in micro-three-D printing and an update on the Army’s Project Convergence.
Published on: January 6, 2022December 2021: The United States team up with Australia, Japan and India
In this episode, National Defense brings you a special report on how the United States, Japan, India and Australia are teaming up against China as members of the Quadrilateral Security Dialogue, also known as the Quad.
Published on: December 6, 2021November 2021: Boeing's Red Hawk, the Future of Chem-Bio Defense and Training with Haptic Technologies
In this month's episode, National Defense examines Boeing’s T-7A Red Hawk trainer aircraft, how the Pentagon is rethinking chem-bio defense, and emerging haptic technologies for training.
Published on: November 3, 2021October 2021: Electric Vehicles, International Space Collaboration and Revitalizing Sealift Capabilities
In this episode, National Defense takes a look at the military’s hunt for electric vehicles, how world leaders are collaborating on space security, and efforts to revamp strategic sealift capabilities.
Published on: October 6, 2021September 2021: Rare Earth Mining, the F-15EX, and Marine Corps Training
In this episode, National Defense takes a look at rare earth mining, the Biden administration’s embrace of a Trump-era fighter jet program, and how the Marine Corps is investing in new training systems.
Published on: September 3, 2021August 2020: Reusable Rockets, the Navy's Information Warfare and Hypersonic Weapons
In this episode, National Defense takes a look at reusable rockets, a secretive Navy information warfare program and the Pentagon’s latest vision for hypersonic weapons.
Published on: August 4, 2021July 2021: Arctic vehicle, mobile nuclear reactor and Navy barnacle prevention
In this episode, National Defense takes a look at the Army’s new cold weather vehicle, the Pentagon’s portable nuclear reactor program, and the Navy’s war on barnacles.
June 2021: F35-A, Long range strikes, additive manufacturing
In this episode, National Defense takes a look at the uncertain future for the F-thirty-five-A fighter jet program, quarrels between the services over long-range strikes, and what’s new in additive manufacturing.
May 2021: Arctic Special Ops, light amphibious warships, cyberhacking
In this episode, National Defense takes a look at Special Operations Command’s role in great power competition in the Arctic, survivability challenges for the Navy’s new class of light amphibious warships and how the Defense Department is brainstorming cyberhacking solutions.
April 2020: Counter drone tech, healing the helicopter industrial base, and the progress on Columbia-class subs
In this month's episode, National Defense takes a look at how the Pentagon is countering rogue drone threats, how the military helicopter industrial base is faring and supply chain challenges for the Navy’s Columbia-class submarine.
Published on: April 5, 2021March 2021 - Navy's robotic ship plans, SOCOM's AI-enabled vehicle and a new laser system for Aegis
In this podcast, National Defense takes a look at the Navy’s plan for robotic ships, Special Operations Command’s interest in AI-enabled and hybrid vehicle technology and a new laser that will be integrated into the Aegis Combat System.
Published on: March 3, 2021February 2021 - Army small arms portfolio, industry satellite servicing efforts and U.S.-Australia hypersonic cruise missile program
In this podcast, National Defense takes a deep dive into the Army’s small arms portfolio, industry’s on-orbit satellite servicing efforts and a joint United States-Australia program to develop hypersonic cruise missiles.
Published on: February 3, 2021January 2021 - NDIA Second Annual Vital Signs Report, Navy's New Torpedo and Army's Iron Dome Missile Defense System
In this podcast, National Defense takes a deep dive into NDIA’s second annual Vital Signs report, the Navy’s plans for a new torpedo and the Army’s Iron Dome missile defense system.
Published on: January 6, 2021
December 2020 - Air Force Pilots, Quantum and 3D Printing
In this podcast, National Defense takes a deep dive into Air Force pilot training, the Pentagon's quantum efforts and the Army's new 3D practices.
Published on: December 8, 2020November 2020 - Pentagon's AI and Ethics, Air Force Laser Weapons on Fighter Jets and the Defense Secretary's Navy Plans
In this podcast, National Defense takes a deep dive into the ethical challenges the Pentagon is facing with regard to artificial intelligence, the Air Force’s plans to install laser weapons on fighter jets and the Secretary of Defense calling for a five hundred ship Navy.
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October 2020 - Air Force Drones, the Army's Stryker Vehicle and the Pentagon's Lessons Learned from the Pandemic
In this podcast, National Defense takes a deep dive into the Air Force’s autonomous drone initiative, the Army’s new Stryker vehicle and the lessons learned by the Pentagon during the COVID-19 pandemic.
September 2020 - Air Force's Drone Replacement, Marine Corps' Infantry Weapons and Global Strike Command's New Innovation Hub
In this issue, National Defense takes a deep dive into the Air Force’s drone replacement program, the Marine Corps’ push for cutting edge infantry weapons and Global Strike Command’s new innovation hub.
August 2020 - Future of Space Force, Army’s Search for COVID-19 Vaccine and Laser Communication Terminals
In this podcast, National Defense takes a deep dive into the future of the Space Force, the Army’s search for a COVID-19 vaccine and new laser communication terminals.
July 2020 - Air Force Flying Cars Initiative, Navy Robotic Ships and SOCOM Biotech
In this podcast, National Defense takes a deep dive into the Air Force’s flying cars initiative, the Navy’s robotic ship efforts and Special Operations Command’s research into biotechnology.
June Podcast - Marine Corps, R&D Priorities and New DARPA Efforts
In this podcast, National Defense takes a deep dive into force structure changes expected to take place in the Marine Corps, the Pentagon’s shifting R&D priorities and the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency’s efforts to tackle jet lag and other travel-associated problems.
May 2020 - COVID-19, Air Force Special Ops and Nuclear Reactor Plants
In this podcast, National Defense takes a deep dive into how the COVID-19 pandemic is affecting the defense industrial base, Air Force Special Operations Command teams and nuclear reactor plants.
April 2020: Army’s Robotic Combat Vehicle Initiative, Land and Sea Mines
In this podcast, National Defense takes a deep dive into the Army’s new robotic combat vehicle initiative and the resurgence of both land and sea mines.
Published on: April 8, 2020March 2020: The Balance of Power Between U.S. and Chinese Navies
In this podcast, National Defense explores the balance of power between U.S. and Chinese Navies and examines new cyber regulations for industry.
February 2020
In this podcast, National Defense takes a deep dive into industry’s effort to improve satellite communications, how the military is modernizing the nuclear triad and new initiatives from the Defense Innovation Unit.
January 2020 - Vital Signs: Taking the Pulse of the Defense Industrial Base
In this podcast, the magazine examines NDIA’s new annual study called Vital Signs. The report establishes the basis for a regular, reliable, nonpartisan and empirical assessment of the health of the defense industrial base to inform the national security policy community.
Published on: January 9, 2020The Pentagon’s pursuit of virtual and augmented reality headwear, its path to employing 5G networks and the T-7A Red Hawk program
In this podcast, National Defense examines the Pentagon’s pursuit of virtual and augmented reality headwear, its path to employing 5G networks and the T-7A Red Hawk program.
November 2019 - Army Research Efforts
In this podcast, National Defense explores the Army’s research and development efforts.
October 2019 - Army’s Scout Attack Helicopter, Navy’s Unmanned Vessels and the Pentagon’s Bomb Disposal Tech
In this podcast, National Defense examines the possibilities behind the Army’s new scout attack helicopter, the Navy’s exploration of emerging technology for unmanned vessels and the Pentagon’s plans to modernize its bomb disposal technology.
September 2019 - Sixth-Generation Aircraft, Marine Corps’ amphibious combat vehicle and hypersonic maneuverability.
In this podcast, National Defense explores the possibilities behind future sixth-generation aircraft, the Marine Corps’ amphibious combat vehicle and how dragonflies are being studied for hypersonic maneuverability.
August 2019 - Pentagon’s Arctic Strategy, Army’s Small Arms Initiatives and Robotic Wingman Programs
In this podcast, National Defense explores the Pentagon’s Arctic strategy, the Army’s new small arms initiatives and robotic wingman programs.
July 2019 - Hypersonic Technologies, Army’s Robotic Initiatives and Artificial Intelligence
In this podcast, National Defense explores the Defense Department’s hypersonic technologies, the Army’s robotic initiatives and the Navy and Marine Corps’ investments in artificial intelligence platforms.
June 2019 - International Market for the F-35, Navy's Shipbuilding Plans
In this podcast, National Defense explores the international market for the F-35, the Navy’s shipbuilding plans and advancements in directed energy programs.
May 2019 - Special Operations Command's Vehicles
In this podcast, National Defense Magazine looks at the future of how Special Operations Command moves its commandos via air, land and sea.
April 2019 - Space-Based Missile Defense, Marine Corps’ Robotic Tech and the Navy's New Helicopter
In this podcast, National Defense Magazine looks at the future of space-based missile defense, the Marine Corps’ new robotic technology and the Navy’s search for a new helicopter.
March 2019 - Quantum Race in the National Security Community
In this podcast, National Defense Magazine takes a deep dive into efforts to harness quantum technology.
February 2019 - International Military Vehicles, New Body Armor and Autonomous Truck Convoys
In this podcast, National Defense Magazine looks at the expansion of the International military vehicle market for U.S. contractors, the Pentagon’s new body armor for ground troops and how the Army is gearing up for autonomous truck convoys.
January 2019 - Next Gen Squad Rifle, Navy Training & Network Capabilities
In this podcast, National Defense Magazine looks at the Army’s next-generation squad rifle program, how the Navy is turning to simulator training and how the five-G wireless network could revolutionize artificial intelligence for the military.
December 2018 - Training the Space Force, GPS III Launch and Mine Warfare
In this podcast, National Defense Magazine looks at the military’s plans to train the space force, the upcoming launch of the GPS three satellite and the next-generation of mine warfare.
Published on: December 4, 2018November 2018 - Columbus-Class Submarine, Directed Energy and B-21 Bomber
In this podcast, National Defense looks at the new Columbia-class submarine program, whether the Pentagon and industry can deliver when it comes to directed energy weapons and the tough choices ahead for the B-twenty-one program.
Published on: November 6, 2018October 2018 - Next Gen Combat Vehicle, Navy and Neuro-Weapon Attack
In this podcast, National Defense Magazine looks at the Army’s next generation combat vehicle, how the Navy plans to rethink their Force Structure Composition and the new details surrounding the Neuro-Weapon attacks in Havana
Published on: October 9, 2018September 2018 - Robotic Jets, Marine Corps' New Amphibious Vehicle and Battlefield Fuel
In this podcast, National Defense Magazine looks at the potential for robotic jets, the Marine Corps’ new amphibious vehicle and whether common windshield wiper fluid could be used as a fuel in battlefields.
Published on: September 4, 2018August 2018 - Research and Development Big Bets
In this podcast, National Defense Magazine queried federally funded research centers, service laboratories and other organizations involved in basic and applied national security research and development, a couple simple questions:
What is your organization’s number one R&D “big bet?” In other words, a high-risk, high-reward technology investment that you believe will have the biggest payoff for those in the military or national security realm. Why? And in what ways do you think it will benefit the end users?
July 2018-Improving Lethality of Weapons, New Space Launch Options & Advanced Super Hornet Cockpit
In this podcast, we examine how the military is seeking to improve the lethality of its weapons, the exploration of new launch options of small satellites in order to protect the U.S. space architecture, and the development of a more advanced cockpit for the block 3 F-A-18 Super Hornet.
Published on: July 10, 2018June 2018-Technology Shortfalls in the Arctic, Ground Robots & GPS Alternatives
In this podcast, we examine special technology requirements the military needs to operate in the Arctic, a new family of robots designed to help protect bomb squad technicians, and the need to find alternatives to GPS.
Published on: June 5, 2018May 2018-Special Operations Command's Ten 10 Technologies
In this podcast, we look at Special Operations Command's top 10 technology needs.
355: Is Navy Shipbuilding Vision Real or a Mirage?
In this podcast, we examine the Defense Department’s push to build a 355-ship Navy, an anticipated rise in hypersonics funding and the Army’s work to develop autonomous convoys.
Published on: April 12, 2018March 2018-A look at ground robots, unmanned aerial platforms and nuclear cruise missiles
In this podcast, we examine the Navy’s work to partner up unmanned aerial platforms, the Army’s strategy to ramp up robotics acquisition and the Defense Department’s goal to develop a nuclear-armed sea-launched cruise missile.
Published on: March 8, 2018February 2018-Dominating the Battlefield: Upgraded equipment to give dismounted troops the edge
In this podcast, we look at how industry is helping to give dismounted troops the advantage on the battlefield.
Published on: February 5, 2018January 2018 - Tunnel Warfare: Technologies for finding and defeating underground strongholds
In this podcast, we look at methods to counter tunnel warfare, the Marine Corps' push to leverage new technologies and the military's attempts to protect itself against GPS interference.
Published on: January 3, 2018December 2017 - Training for Tomorrow: Advanced technologies to revolutionize military simulations
In the December podcast, we look at the future of military virtual reality training tools, the Army’s efforts to strengthen its tactical command posts, and the joint program executive office’s plan for a new chemical-biological protection suit.
Published on: December 6, 2017
November 2017 — Nuclear Triad: The High Cost of Global Strike
In the November 2017 podcast, we look at the U.S. military's efforts to bolster its global strike capabilities, a competition to replace the Air Force's missile field security helicopters, and plans to upgrade the Reaper unmanned aircraft fleet.
Published on: November 3, 2017October 2017 — Tank Vs. Tank: Russia Challenges Abrams for Fighting Vehicle Supremacy
In the October 2017 podcast, we look at how a new Russian tank could offer a challenge the U.S. Army's Abrams, how troops are taking advantage of smartphone technology and how artificial intelligence can help defeat roadside bombs.
September 2017 — Light Attack: Can the Air Force change the way it acquires new aricraft?
In the September podcast, we look at the Air Force's effort to procure a new commercial off-the-shelf light attack aircraft, the potentially widespread applications for airborne lasers in the military, and how a forthcoming satellite constellation could bring an upgraded communications capability to ground forces …
Published on: September 7, 2017August 2017 — Missile Defense: Nations race to meet rising threats
In the August 2017 podcast, we look at the Defense Department’s effort to modernize its nuclear triad of bombers, submarines and ground-based missiles.
Published on: August 2, 2017July 2017 — Need for Speed: The Promise and Peril of Hypersonics
In the July podcast, we look at how the U.S. military is seeking more funding to develop offensive hypersonic weapons and the means to counter them, the Defense Department's new campaign to integrate artificial intelligence technologies across intelligence systems and the Navy's progress on developing the railgun advanced weapon system.
Published on: June 29, 2017June 2017 — F-35 Global Sales: Exports expected to drive down joint strike fighter's price tag
In the June 2017 podcast, we look at the production costs of the F-35 joint strike fighter for international customers, how the Army could replace aging Bradley fighters with a next-generation combat vehicle and Special Operations Command's progress on developing a full body armor "Iron Man" suit to protect commandos. This podcast is sponsored by Amazon's GovCloud.
Published on: June 5, 2017May 2017 — Special Operations Forces
In the May 2017 podcast, we look at how Air Force Special Operations Command is preparing to test an airborne directed energy weapon, whether the Army's next-generation combat vehicle will be robotic and the Coast Guard's budgetary "no man's land."
Published on: May 5, 2017April 2017- Army Aviation: The Next Generation
In the April 2017 podcast, we look at new designs for the Army's future vertical lift aircraft program, Boeing's efforts to resurrect older F/A/-18 Hornets and Super Hornets for the Navy and Marine Corps, and why service officials are saying they need the joint light tactical vehicle sooner and in bigger quantities.
Published on: April 6, 2017March 2017- Carrier Showdown: F-35C under pressure to fend off Super Hornet challenge
In the March 2017 podcast, we look at the shifting political winds that could lead to more F/A-18 Super Hornets and less F-35 joint strike fighters for the Navy, how shipbuilders are looking to answer the service's call for a larger fleet, and how driverless trucks are poised to join military operations.
Published on: March 7, 2017February 2017 - No Rest For the Weary: Special Operations Forces Brace For New Challenges
In the February 2017 podcast, we look at how the role of special operations forces may change under a new administration, an innovative Defense Department cybersecurity program and how the Pentagon is using contests to counter enemy drones. This podcast is sponsored by Amazon's GovCloud.
Published on: February 9, 2017The Next Frontier- Space industry navigates complex challenges in military market
In the January 2017 podcast, we look at the challenges facing a critical Navy communications satellite program, how the service is looking to equip its next littoral combat ships with unmanned systems and the future of the Defense Department's new innovation unit.
Published on: January 4, 2017Beyond Gaming: Army to Push Limits of Virtual Reality
In the December podcast, we look at how the U.S. Army is working to push the limits of virtual gaming and augmented reality technologies to improve training simulations, progress in the military ground robot market and why the Defense Department is actually paying people to hack its information technology systems.
Published on: December 2, 2016Battlefield 2030: Threats Driving Technology Investments - November 2016
In the November podcast, we look at four areas where the U.S. military will have to fight under challenging conditions in the future: anti access/area denial; urban environments; space; and climate change.
Published on: November 3, 2016Future Army: How the next wave of tech will change the battlefield - October 2016
In this podcast, we look at the development of the Warrior Web robotic exosuit program, that could reduce war fighter fatigue and prevent injuries, new improvements to night vision technology that help to reduce the size, weight and power consumption of goggles, and how the U.S. Navy is seeking to make unmanned underwater vehicles interoperable with other unmanned platforms.
Published on: October 3, 2016F-35 Prepares for War - September 2016
In this podcast, we look at how the F-35 joint strike fighter is gaining more support as the Marine Corps and Air Force variants reach major program milestones, how the Pentagon's nuclear modernization plans could be downsized during the final months of the Obama administration, and a new, strong fiber for soldier's protective garments genetically engineered from spider silk.
Published on: August 30, 2016Air Force Launches Competition For Future ICBM - August 2016
We look at the Air Force's plans to replace the aging Minuteman III nuclear missile, a program developing stealthy, hybrid electric motorcycles that could help soldiers and special forces conduct quieter missions, and how the military is working to make laser technology a reality.
Published on: July 28, 2016Presidential Helicopter Approaches Key Milestone - July 2016
We look at the next step for the presidential transport helicopters Marine One, which are ready for a replacement after years of delays, how a proposal to restart production on the F-22 Raptor fighter jet may be gaining traction, and what is keeping the tactical wheeled vehicle market in a slump.
Published on: June 30, 2016Lockheed Seeking More International F-35 Sales to Reduce Cost of Fighter - June 2016
We look at which countries are helping to foot the bill for the forthcoming F-35 Lightning II, how the Defense Department is modifying its energy strategy, and the Army's work on a robot designed to protect soldiers from bullets.
Published on: May 31, 2016Special Warfare Aircraft: Upgrades Focus on Performance — May 2016
In this podcast we look at planned modifications to the CV-22 Osprey, a new facility to better connect special operations officials with innovative companies and the fight over Air Force space launch contracts.
Published on: April 27, 2016The Road Ahead for the Humvee: Army Faces Tough Choices on Future Truck Buys — April 2016
In this podcast we look at how rising maintenance costs could affect Air Force modernization, the Army's search for more effective vehicle armor and the impact the Mobile User Objective System will have on military communications as it becomes fully operational.
Published on: March 24, 2016The Coming Swarm: Thinking, Interactive Robots Could Overwhelm Adversaries — March 2016
In this podcast we look at the Air Force's efforts to develop thinking, collaborative robots; how reductions to the Navy's littoral combat ship program could affect the shipbuilding industry; and Air Force Special Operations Command's work to equip a gunship with a laser weapon.
Published on: February 29, 2016More Ships on the Way: Budget Boosts for New Cutters Marks Turning Point for the U.S. Coast Guard — February 2016
In this podcast we look at how the Coast Guard will benefit from increased funding in fiscal year 2016, a defense lab's efforts to develop vanishing air vehicles and the uncertain future of homeland missile defense.
Published on: January 28, 2016Wearable Electronics Lighten the Load for Special Ops Forces — January 2016
In this podcast we look at U.S. Air Force Special Operations Command's use of portable electronics on the battlefield, the Army's plans to make ground robots a permanent part of its inventory and the Marine Corps' search for new capabilities.
Published on: December 21, 2015Shipyard Uses Digital Design to Tackle Rising Cost of Aircraft Carriers — December 2015
In this podcast we look at a shipbuilder’s use of augmented reality technology to cut costs in the construction of the Navy’s Ford-class carriers, how new simulation technology will revolutionize the way fighter pilots train and the effects of the long-range strike bomber award on the defense industrial base.
Published on: November 23, 2015Pentagon Invests in Future Force Technologies — November 2015
For the military, deciding where to invest its precious research-and-development dollars can have huge consequences. Prognosticators look out decades in advance to determine what kinds of threats the armed forces will have to face. It also requires a keen understanding of where science is going and what technologies have the potential to make an impact on tomorrow’s battlefields. National Defense Magazine in its 10th annual research-and-development report looks at the fields where the four services’ are placing their R&D bets. Listen to this month's podcast here.
Published on: October 29, 2015Army in Search of Soldier-Friendly Power Sources — October 2015
In this podcast we look at the military's need for cutting edge technologies to power dismounted troops, the Army's future vertical lift program and the creation of a new defense agency with roots in the Joint Improvised Explosive Device Defeat Organization.
Published on: September 28, 2015Small but Deadly: Military Prepares to Fight Enemy Drones — September 2015
In this podcast we look at a Defense Department demonstration to test counter-drone technology, an Air Force contest to develop a new turbine engine and the use of a cognitive computer system to aid defense and intelligence experts.
Published on: August 21, 2015Pressure Mounts to Fund Ohio Replacement — August 2015
In this podcast we look at funding challenges for the Navy's Ohio replacement submarine program, the competition for an Air Force contract to revamp its joint surveillance and attack radar aircraft and the Marine Corps' development of small, inexpensive robotic platforms to use in future warfare.
Published on: July 16, 2015
Military Shifts to Lighter Tactical Trucks — July 2015
In this podcast we look at U.S. Special Operations Command's push for lighter tactical trucks, the uncertain future of directed energy weapons, and a competition that has contractors jockeying for the chance to build a drone that can be launched off a small ship.
Published on: June 22, 2015Plan of Attack: Northrop Grumman Makes Big Play for Air Force Jet Trainer — June 2015
In this podcast we look at Northrop Grumman's big play for top military aviation contracts, the Air Force's plan to boost its budget to prepare for future conflicts in space and the Army's effort to define the role for driverless vehicles in its inventory.
Published on: June 3, 2015SOCOM 'Iron Man' Suit: Pipe Dream or Reality? — May 2015
In this podcast we look at key challenges facing the production of Special Operations Command's tactical assault light operator suit, developmental snags in the program to revamp the Air Force Special Operations' AC-130 gunship, and the aviation industry's rally for education initiatives that promote drone safety.
Published on: April 29, 2015Defense Technology At a Crossroads: Can the Pentagon Regain Its Innovation Mojo? — April 2015
In this podcast we look at the Pentagon's efforts to regain their innovation mojo, disagreements over a 2019 deadline to replace a Russian-built rocket engine with an American-built one, and the Navy's campaign to upgrade their littoral combat ships with new weapon systems.
Published on: March 24, 2015Boeing Under Mounting Pressure to Deliver New Tanker - March 2015
In this podcast, we look at Boeing's decade long effort to produce Air Force tankers, the Coast Guard's shift to the arctic and the North Korean cyber attack on Sony.
Published on: February 24, 2015Will the F-35 Be Ready? - February 2015
In this podcast, we look at the joint strike fighter program, nuclear power plants on new submarines, and unmanned aerial systems degree programs.
Published on: January 30, 2015Joint Aircraft: Pentagon Determined Not to Repeat Past Mistakes - January 2015
In this podcast, we look at how the services are working to avoid past mistakes of joint programs, the use of prize challenges to address technological problems and the future of Marine Corps connectors.
Published on: January 9, 2015The Making of a Drone Pilot - December 2014
In this podcast, we look at the training of unmanned aircraft pilots, how government and industry are combating the Islamic State's social media campaign, and the Navy’s mobile user objective system communication satellite.
Published on: November 26, 2014November 2014 - The Top Ten Disruptive Technologies for a New Era of Global Instability
In this podcast, we look at the top ten disruptive technologies for a new era of global instability as chosen by the writers and editors at National Defense Magazine.
Published on: October 30, 2014The Army's Push to Connect Ground Vehicles to Communication Networks - October 2014
In this podcast, we look at the Army's push to connect ground vehicles to communication networks, frustrations with ground robot acquisition programs and the Navy's 3D printing efforts.
Published on: September 25, 2014The F-35 Market - September 2014
In this podcast, we look at the F-35 market, how underwater drones are taking on new missions and how additive manufacturing could be used to print rocket engines.
The Military's Laser Weapons - August 2014
In this podcast, we look at the military's laser weapons, how low readiness is plaguing the Navy's amphibious ship fleet and the so-called cyber labor shortage.
Published on: July 22, 2014Controversy Surrounding the RD-180 Engine - July 2014
In this podcast we look at controversy surrounding the RD-180 engine, a brewing competition to replace the Air Force's JSTARS program and new nonlethal weapons.
Published on: June 23, 2014Efforts to Secure the Border - June 2014
In this podcast we look at efforts to secure the border, a federal rule that is barring companies and entrepreneurs from using drones for commercial purposes and new missions for Marines.
Published on: May 27, 2014Equipment Needs for Special Operations Command - May 2014
In this podcast, we look at new equipment needs for Special Operations Command, the Navy's carrier-based drone competition and industry's push for a new scout helicopter program.
China’s Navy Takes Great Leap Forward — April 2014
In this podcast, we look at China's navy, cuts to the littoral combat ship fleet and how mine-resistant, ambush protected vehicles are being used by law enforcement agencies.
Published on: March 26, 20143D Printing Promises to Revolutionize Defense, Aerospace Industries — March 2014
In this podcast, we look at how 3D printing could revolutionize the defense and aerospace industries, a potential battle over Army aviation and new cyberthreats.
Published on: February 21, 2014The United States' Growing Interest in the Arctic - February 2014
In this podcast, we look at the United States' interest in the Arctic, the military's response to the deadly hurricane in the Philippines and how troops are training for "a day without space."
Published on: January 27, 2014New Engine Could Revolutionize Helicopter Industry - January 2014
In this podcast, we look at a new engine that could revolutionize the helicopter industry, the potential for robots to fight alongside Marines and the demand for new mobile devices in the Defense Department.
Published on: December 16, 2013Training Trends in Unmanned Aviation - December 2013
In this podcast, National Defense takes a look at training trends in unmanned aviation, ship operation and cultural interactions.
Published on: November 25, 2013Trends That Will Shape the Defense Industry - November 2013
In this podcast, National Defense identifies five key trends that will influence the defense industry’s approach to developing next-generation weapons and related systems.
Published on: October 24, 2013Industry's and Congress' Push to Keep the Abrams Tank Production Line 'Hot' - October 2013
In this podcast, we look at industry's and Congress' push to keep the Abrams tank production line 'hot', the potential for cyber-attacks that could destroy critical infrastructure and new advancements in night vision technology.
Published on: September 26, 2013The Booming F-16 Upgrade Market - September 2013
In this podcast, we look at the booming F-16 upgrade market, the future of unmanned underwater vehicles and new textile technology that can help soldiers better blend in with their surroundings.
Published on: August 19, 2013The End of the Army's Search for an M4 Carbine Replacement — August 2013
In this podcast, we look at the end of the Army's search for an M4 carbine replacement, the building of a nationwide public safety network and how technology like Google Glass can be used on the battlefield.
Published on: July 23, 2013Industry's Fierce Competition to Build the Navy's Carrier-Based Drone - July 2013
In this podcast, we look at the fierce industry competition to build the Navy's carrier-based drone, how the government wants to turn humans into sensors and how one company is condensing a DNA laboratory into a box about the size of a desktop copy machine.
Published on: June 25, 2013The Communication Needs of Special Operations Forces - June 2013
In this podcast, we look at the communication needs of Special Operations Forces, the rising costs of fielding a new polar icebreaker and the future of army aviation.
Published on: May 23, 2013The Future Missions of Special Operations Forces - May 2013
In this podcast, we look at the future missions of Special Operations Forces, the rise of non-military robots in the private sector and how 3D printing can be used on the battlefield.
Published on: April 25, 2013The Future of Army Aviation - April 2013
In this podcast, we look at the future of Army aviation, the deployment of the Navy’s littoral combat ship and how sports technology can be used on the battlefield.
Published on: April 2, 2013Rough Waters Ahead for Maintaining the Navy’s Surface Fleet - March 2013
In this podcast, we look at the rough waters ahead for maintaining the Navy’s surface fleet, the promise and problems of ‘Big Data’ and the future developments of ammunition.
Published on: February 26, 2013The Road Ahead for the Joint Light Tactical Vehicle - February 2013
In this podcast, we look at the long road ahead for the Joint Light Tactical Vehicle, the state of military training video games and how drones are becoming helicopter sidekicks.
Published on: January 25, 2013Army Training for the Future - December 2012
In this podcast, we look at new Army training strategy, the role of Marines in protecting U.S. diplomatic installations abroad and the recent creation of the Unmanned Aerial Vehicle Caucus in the Senate.
Published on: November 16, 2012New Wave of Global Threats - November 2012
In this podcast, we explore the top five threats to national security in the coming decade.
Published on: October 31, 2012Treating Brain Injuries - October 2012
In this podcast, we look at how one organization is working to treat brain injuries, how unmanned aircraft manufacturers are looking overseas for new markets and the uncertain future for the MRAP.
Published on: September 20, 2012The Uncertain Future of Aircraft Carriers - September 2012
In this podcast, we look at the uncertain future of aircraft carriers, how America’s electrical grids may be making us vulnerable to attacks and why companies are adopting military training technology for civilian use.
Published on: August 22, 2012The Development of Non-Lethal Weapons - August 2012
In this podcast, we look at how the Defense Department is developing non-lethal weapons, how security firms are working to stop piracy and the murky outlook for the Department of Homeland Security’s Unmanned Aerial Vehicles.
Published on: July 16, 2012Stopping the Chinese Hacking Onslaught - July 2012
In this podcast, we look at ways to prevent Chinese hackers from stealing valuable trade secrets, concepts for teaming manned and unmanned aerial vehicles and a robot that looks like silly putty.
Published on: June 26, 2012Army's Pursuit of Armored Vehicles - June 2012
In this podcast, we look at the foreign and domestic armored vehicles the Army is pursuing, the military’s effort to reduce battery weight and the attempts by space industry and agencies to lower launch costs.
Published on: May 30, 2012Growth of Special Operations Command - May 2012
In this podcast, we look at the growth of special operations command, trends in intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance, and the hurdles for drones to fly in national airspace.
Published on: April 25, 2012Cuts to Submarine Programs - April 2012
In this podcast, we look at the cuts to submarine programs, trouble in the cluster munitions business, and the possibility of permanent Coast Guard bases in the Arctic.
Published on: March 26, 2012Budget Watch - March 2012
In this podcast, we look at the Pentagon’s plans to equip the U.S military for future wars.
Published on: February 28, 2012Avatars in Military Training Systems - February 2012
In this podcast, we explore the invasion of avatars in military training systems, modernization plans for helicopters and the post-wars outlook for robot-makers.
The Rise of Smartphones - January 2012
In this podcast, we explore the rise of smartphones, the Marines’ helicopter replacement program and military academies filling the nation’s cybersecurity gaps.
Gaming Technology Puts Soldiers' Boots on the Ground - December 2011
In this podcast, we explore the future of training, the Army’s restored combat choppers and staggering cybertheft losses.
Published on: November 22, 2011Ten Technologies the U.S. Military Needs for the Next War - November 2011
In this podcast, we explore the ten technologies the U.S. Military needs for the next war.
Scientists in Pursuit of Life Saving Uniforms - October 2011
In this podcast, we explore scientists’ pursuit of life saving uniforms, the competition to refurbish Humvee trucks, and the likelihood that small unmanned planes will be able to fly in U.S. airspace.
Troops’ love-hate relationship with the MRAP - September 2011
In this podcast, we explore the troops’ love-hate relationship with the mine-resistant ambush-protected trucks rushed into battle zones to protect troops from roadside bombs. We look at the arrival of new air force cargo planes as well as widespread cyber-espionage against U.S. firms.
Published on: September 6, 2011Cyberwarriors Wanted - August 2011
In this podcast, we focus on the severe shortage of cybersecurity experts, tech-warriors that are changing the face of the army and power generating military trucks.
Making Weapons Out of Unmanned Aerial Vehicles - July 2011
In this podcast, we focus on making weapons out of unmanned aerial vehicles, the Pentagon’s attempt to play catch-up with bomb makers, and the government’s green investment strategy.
Published on: June 30, 2011Smartphones for Soldiers - June 2011
In this podcast, we focus on smartphones for soldiers, the Navy’s shipbuilding challenges and plants that can detect explosives.
Published on: June 3, 2011New Ways Special Operators are using Unmanned Aerial Systems - May 2011
In this podcast, we focus on new ways special operators are using unmanned aerial systems, the industry’s pursuit of faster helicopters, and how solar power can lighten troops’ battery load.
Published on: April 29, 2011Plans for Army Helicopters - April 2011
In this podcast, we focus on the plans for army helicopters, technology for dismounted soldiers, and better robot prosthetics for injured soldiers.
The World of Supercomputers - March 2011
In this podcast, we focus on the world of supercomputers, a new joint Navy and Army ship, and challenges developing a new ground combat vehicle.
Published on: March 2, 2011Army Looks Ahead to the Next Generation of Body Armor - February 2011
In this podcast, we focus on the Army’s effort to improve body armor for foot soldiers, how the budget crunch is affecting the tactical wheeled vehicles market and a new idea that can help wounded warriors heal more quickly.
Published on: January 27, 2011Military’s Effort to Go Green - January 2011
In this podcast, we focus on the military’s effort to go green by replacing its fuels with alternative energy, Marine Corps plans to lighten its equipment and some details about the Stuxnet worm that has reportedly infected Iranian computers.
Published on: December 28, 2010New Simulation Technologies for Defense - December 2010
In this podcast, we focus on new simulation technologies for the defense and homeland security markets.
Published on: November 22, 2010Current state of Defense Department research and development - November 2010
Has the past ten years of war and the effort to get the latest and greatest technologies into the hands of war fighters resulted in basic research being ignored? Is America losing the innovation war when it comes to producing cutting edge weapons?
Published on: November 16, 2010Bringing Infantrymen into the Information Age - October 2010
In this podcast, we look at the Army’s efforts to connect foot soldiers to communication networks, uncertainties facing the future use of unmanned aerial vehicles and the Marine Corps’ plans to deploy solar energy at forward operating bases.
Published on: October 4, 2010Grueling Workload for Sailors on the Littoral Combat Ship - September 2010
In this podcast, we look at the tough duty sailors will face while serving on the new Littoral Combat Ship, the controversy over the hovering version of the Joint Strike Fighter, and a Department of Homeland Security lab where technicians try to outsmart each other in an effort to prevent bombs from making it onto airplanes.
Published on: August 25, 2010U.S. Special Operations Command's Technology Wish List - August 2010
In this podcast, we look at U.S. Special Operations Command and its unique technology wish list, the Navy’s efforts to deploy a high-energy laser that can destroy targets at sea, and three new experimental aircraft, all capable of reaching hypersonic speeds.
Published on: August 3, 2010Shipyards Speed Up Submarine Production - July 2010
In this podcast, we look at the Navy’s efforts to maintain its fleet of attack submarines, a plan to deploy unmanned cargo helicopters in Afghanistan, and a movement to eliminate the thousands of pieces of junk that orbit Earth and threaten military and commercial satellites.
Published on: July 9, 2010Marine Corps Budget Challenges - June 2010
In this podcast, we look at Marine Corps budget challenges, a concept to recycle plastics into fuel and, the military’s failure to field new kinds of ground robots.
Airmen to Live Out Their Careers in Cyberspace - May 2010
In this podcast, we look at the Air Force’s plans to give all of its recruits an avatar that will follow their careers in a virtual world, a profile of a Russian cyberthief, and the Army’s attempt to match the success of iPhones.
The Unseen Costs of Military Fuel - April 2010
In this podcast, we look at the the unseen costs of military fuel, the Army’s push to field its own unmanned air force and the Defense Department’s fight against crude, but deadly, roadside bombs in Afghanistan.
Published on: April 14, 2010
The Navy's New Combat Ship - March 2010
In this podcast, we look at the competition to field the Navy’s new littoral combat ship, trends in unmanned aerial vehicles and an idea to use cockroaches to detect nuclear material.
Published on: March 11, 2010Modernizing Truck Fleets - February, 2010
In this podcast, we look at Army and Marine Corps requirements for their truck fleets, an ongoing turf war between the Air Force and Army over control of unmanned aerial vehicles and a promising device that may one day help treat victims of head trauma on the battlefield.
Published on: February 4, 2010Decade Wrap-Up - January 2010 National Defense Magazine
For the U.S. military and its supporting industrial base, it was a decade of sweeping, profound and, often, excruciating change. The shocking terrorist attacks of nine-eleven will always be remembered as the day that changed everything. But other events make the past ten years a landmark period in the business of defense.
Published on: December 17, 2009CyberWar - December 2009 National Defense Magazine
In this podcast we take you behind the scenes of an undeclared war in cyberspace. It's no longer about teenage hackers stealing passwords. It is a full-fledged war. And how to fight cyber-conflicts will soon be part of mainstream military doctrine.
We also bring you the latest efforts by the US Army to cope with roadside bomb attacks. They are now using video game technology to simulate IED events, so soldiers can learn how to spot bombs before they go on deployments.
Technological Weak Spots - November 2009 National Defense Magazine
In this podcast, we bring you the latest news about some of the tough technological challenges the military needs help solving.
Body Armor - October 2009 National Defense Magazine
Efforts by the Army to lower the weight of body armor and the loads that soldiers must carry in combat are the topics of this podcast. We also reports on the latest changes that the Army has made to the way body armor is tested before it's shipped to soldiers in the field.
Published on: September 22, 2009Counterterrorism - September 2009
For every threat to the homeland, there's a business that has a technology waiting in the wings to counter a would-be terrorist"s moves. This podcast gives you the a few up and coming technologies targeted toward the homeland security market.
Published on: September 9, 2009Fuel Cells August 2009 National Defense Magazine
This podcast gives you the latest news of how the U.S. military is taking advantage of the Obama administration's stimulus legislation passed by Congress earlier this year to fund alternative-energy projects.
Published on: July 17, 2009UAVs - July 2009 National Defense Magazine
In this podcast, we bring you the latest news about unmanned aircraft. The market is booming, a global UAV arms race is under way, and the U.S. Air Force continues to expand its UAV presence in the battlefield.
7 Deadly Myths About Weapons of Terror - National Defense Magazine
In the age of terrorism, weapons of mass destruction and flu pandemics, there is no shortage of half-truths floating around. But we can't blame people for being confused. For an overwhelming majority of people, the biggest myth that comes to mind in the world of weapons of terror is Iraq"s infamous WMDs that were never found. There are other myths, perhaps not nearly as riveting, that pervade in the nation's collective consciousness and should be dispelled.
Published on: May 15, 2009Energy May 2009 - National Defense Magazine
This podcast focuses on the military's energy challenges, which range from deploying electric generators to the battlefield to trying to produce renewable energy and reducing consumption of fossil fuels.
Army Trucks - Fix them or toss them, April 2009 National Defense
Hear about the Army's latest troubles equipping combat trucks with fire-safety equipment. Also, we report on the Special Operations Command"s attempt to provide NFL-quality rehab for its wounded warriors. Following is a story about the risks posed by long-range missiles possibly aimed at U.S. Navy aircraft carriers and what that means for the future use of unmanned jets aboard carriers. Finally, a story about the expanded use of robots in ground combat.
Published on: March 31, 2009Piracy - March 2009 National Defense Magazine
In this podcast, you will hear why the growing number of hijackings of oil tankers is a worrisome trend that underscores the vulnerability of U.S. energy supply lines. We also explore why the U.S. military may be souring on laser weapons, and we bring you the latest cybersecurity news from the Defense Department. Other stories in this podcast probe the U.S. military role in the war on drugs and how military technologies are being adapted for port security.
Published on: February 25, 2009Cockpits In Combat Vehicles - February 2009 National Defense
In this podcast, you will learn about how the Army plans to equip its Humvee trucks with "cockpit” style technology so soldiers can tap into their tactical networks, maps and other critical intelligence, all from inside their vehicle. Previous attempts to do this were unsuccessful because the hardware was too heavy. We also bring you an update on the Army's efforts to save fuel by deploying electric vehicles on military posts. These vehicles will be small -- comparable to golf carts but quite a bit more sophisticated -- and be used for driving on-base only, not for combat. But because the Army has so many large bases, it estimates that by replacing conventional SUVs with these electric vehicles, it could save millions of dollars over time. Later in the podcast, there"s a story about the Defense Department’s plans to increase research and development of nonlethal weapons. Lastly, you will hear about how space technologies are being channeled to efforts to study global warming.
Published on: February 10, 2009Biometrics - January 2009 National Defense Magazine
There is a growing demand in the U.S. military for so-called "biometrics” technologies to identify potential terrorists. In this podcast you will hear about the new ways in which the U.S. military is applying this technology. We also discuss the controversial issue of whether defense contractors should be obligated to disclose incriminating evidence about any potential wrongdoing associated with defense contracts. Finally, we bring you a couple of fascinating science stories. One is a giant “tunnel plug” to stem the spread of fires in subway stations, and the other is a new project to figure out how to recycle spent nuclear fuel.
Published on: January 21, 2009Battlefield Stress - December 2008
Videogames and virtual simulations are everywhere in the U.S. military. They are used for training, learning new skills, preparing troops for war, and many other functions. Now there is an emerging application for virtual simulations as therapy tools to help troops overcome post-traumatic stress disorder. In this podcast you will hear about this new technique. We also discuss the controversial issue of whether the Pentagon is getting its money's worth for its simulators. We also bring you a truly eye-opening story about how British researchers are studying facial expressions to help authorities catch smugglers as they cross the border.
Published on: December 12, 2008Technology Hits and Misses - November 2008
Science and technology are the dominant themes in this podcast, ranging from the Defense Department's list of "hits” and “misses,” to news of a recent report that blames the Pentagon for not attracting top-notch scientific and engineering talent. We also bring you a fascinating story about how researchers at an Army-funded lab are drawing inspiration from marine sponges to develop new ways to manufacture mundane materials such as fiberglass.
Published on: November 7, 2008Super Soldiers - October 2008 National Defense Magazine
Army scientists think they can give soldiers 'superhero' powers. The Navy and Marine Corps, meanwhile, are working on new armor that could offer the same protection as steel at a much lower weight. A cutting-edge backpack current being designed could end up producing electricity to power soldiers" gadgets. At the Pentagon, cyber-cops worry about the "millennials” and their disregard for the status quo. In this podcast, we bring you these exciting stories and much more.
Published on: September 19, 2008Marine Corps Strategy - September 2008 National Defense Magazine
As they prepare to fight wars in the world's most unstable regions, Marines want to learn more about the local cultures of these troubled areas. The Marine Corps, meanwhile, continues to struggle to save one of its most expensive armored vehicles from the budget axe. The Air Force worries about the fate of its prized F-22 fighter jet. In this podcast, we bring you details on these critical stories. You will also hear about the challenges facing the Department of Homeland Security as it prepares for its first transition to a new administration. Also, we bring you the latest on the government"s increasing use of biometrics technology.
Published on: August 27, 2008Climate Wars - August 2008 National Defense Magazine
How does climate change affect national security? Will the world see a nuclear renaissance as it seeks to wean itself from oil? What is the secret to Japan's success in reducing greenhouse gas emissions? In this podcast, we seek to provide answers. You will also hear about the military"s growing dependence on unmanned aircraft, including its newest addition -- the Reaper attack drone.
Published on: August 1, 2008Next Generation Fighter - July 2008
In this podcast you will learn about the state-of-the-art production plant for the latest U.S. fighter jet, the F-35. You will also hear about how dogs have gained stature as critical anti-terrorism weapons. We also bring you an update on the Department of Homeland Security's struggles along the U.S.-Mexico border, and the latest breakthroughs on miniature robots for military use.
Published on: June 24, 2008Dirty Bombs- Weapons of mass panic, June 2008
In this podcast you will learn about "dirty bombs,” new technologies to provide mobile broadband communications to U.S. troops and the latest efforts to intercept airborne suicide bombers. We also bring you an update on the Pentagon's push to deploy more aerial surveillance assets over Iraq and Afghanistan.
Published on: May 27, 2008Combat Robots Face Uncertain Future - May 2008
In this podcast you will hear about the robotics industry's worries about its future in the military market. Also, we bring you an exclusive report on the current troubles that some of the military"s robots are experiencing in combat. Another special report from the May 2008 issue of National Defense takes a look at the use of unmanned aircraft in civilian airspace. Finally, a quick update on an innovative exchange program that lets the military get free missiles. And the latest on the challenges of patrolling the US/Mexico border.
Published on: April 24, 2008Battlefield Communications - April 2008
In this podcast you will learn about the Army's struggle to keep up with the demand for communications services in the battlefield. Also, we bring you an exclusive report on groundbreaking research that could help the Navy develop more powerful underwater sensors to hunt enemy submarines. Another special report from the April 2008 issue of National Defense takes a look at the rising capabilities of China"s aerospace industry.
Published on: April 4, 2008Airport Security - March 2008
In this podcast, we take a look at what's happening in Homeland Security, including new efforts to expedite airport checkups and to improve mass-alert systems at college campuses. We also share some of the odd advice that the Department of Homeland Security receives from science-fiction writers. Finally, we explore the latest research into military robots -- a technology that seems to offer endless potential both in the defense and civilian markets.
National Defense Magazine -February 2008
In this podcast, we bring you exciting news about how US troops in Iraq are using their iPods to store critical information and to communicate with the Arab-speaking population. We also explore the enormous potential of "haptic? technology in military operations, and we tell you about an “armor challenge? that the Defense Department hopes will help develop the next generation protective armor for military vehicles. Finally, for those of you how enjoy golf, you will enjoy hearing about a new high-tech, energy efficient golf car.
National Defense Magazine - January 2008
Welcome to "What's New in National Defense,? a podcast on military technology and defense industry trends, from the January 2008 issue of National Defense Magazine.
In this month"s edition, we give you a foretaste of what is shaping up to be a most contentious debate about the nation’s defense spending.
Next month, Congress will receive the Pentagon’s budget request for fiscal year 2009. At the same time, a budgetary stalemate continues over funding for the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan.
It may seem odd that, at a time when the Pentagon is getting more money than ever, fiscal dilemmas are looming.
National Defense Magazine - December 2007
Welcome to "What's New in National Defense,? a podcast on military
technology and defense industry trends, from the December 2007 issue of
National Defense Magazine.
December"s cover story takes a look
at one the biggest paradoxes in today's high-tech military: Troops in
combat zones do not have easy access to information.
The Army,
as the other branches of the military, has spent billions of dollars
during the past decade building large networks and communications
systems, but that wealth of technology does not necessarily flow down
to low-level troops.
The problem often is described as a
"digital divide? between the technology haves — the upper echelons of
command — and the have-nots — the platoons and squads that are deployed
in remote areas. These small units for the most part are disconnected
from the Army"s main tactical networks and only are able to communicate
with short-range voice radios.
National Defense Magazine - November Issue
In this podcast, a special report on the Defense Department's spending on technology and science. Also, a look at the Navy's Cooperative Strategy for 21st Century Seapower.
Published on: November 17, 2007National Defense Magazine - October Issue
Welcome to "What's New in National Defense,? a podcast on military technology and defense industry trends, from the October 2007 issue of National Defense Magazine. This podcast will give you a comprehensive look at some of the Department of Homeland Security"s key programs: The Coast Guard's multibillion dollar "Deepwater? and the Transportation Security Administration"s latest efforts to improve security checkpoints at U.S. airports.
Published on: October 22, 2007National Defense Magazine - September Issue
Welcome to "What's New in National Defense,? a podcast on military technology and defense industry trends, from the September 2007 issue of National Defense Magazine. In this podcast, we provide exclusive details on one of the military's most exciting technologies: robots. You will hear about the robotic vehicles and weapons that promise to revolutionize warfare. Also in this podcast is a provocative take on the future of the U.S. Marine Corps, the smallest but nonetheless powerful branch of the armed services. The Corps' heavy commitment in Iraq is raising questions about if and when Marines can return to their more traditional duties at sea.
National Defense Magazine - August Issue
What's New in National Defense is a podcast on military technology and defense industry trends, from the August 2007 issue of National Defense Magazine. In this podcast you'll hear about the Army's latest attempts to make flying safer for helicopter pilots. You'll also hear about how the Navy is trying to reduce the exorbitant price tags for its new ships. And finally, you'll be told a rather scary story about dangerous chemical weapons that lurk in unexpected places.
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