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Gesamtlänge aller Episoden: 6 days 2 hours 18 minutes
episode 43: Euronaval news, Attritable UAVs, and Dutch defence vision
In this episode of The Weekly Defence Podcast our Air Editor talks to Mitchell Institute for Aerospace Studies about Skyborg and Loyal Wingman programmes and we consider how the UK MoD integrated review could change UK defence and security policy in the Asia-Pacific region.
Newsround: (00:40)
The US Army will evaluate the Patria Nemo 120mm turreted mortar system in a Foreign Comparative Testing exercise...
episode 42: Saab reassesses Gripen programme, simulation and training tech in vogue and model-driven AI solutions
In this episode of The Weekly Defence Podcast we talk to software supplier Aerogility about its cloud-based predictive maintenance and forecasting solutions; and catch up with our Military Training Editor on recent developments and technologies in that field.
Newsround (00:32)
In the US, GM Defense is set to deliver the initial batch of prototype Infantry Support Vehicles to the US Army for testing on 26 October...
episode 41: Extended-range loitering munitions, US robotic combat vehicles and 'friendly disruptor' for UK shipbuilding
In this episode of The Weekly Defence Podcast, we talk to the CEO of Infrastrata about the company’s acquisition of two historic UK shipyards and we take a plunge into the world of loitering munitions after US manufacturer AeroVironment released a new variant of its Switchblade series...
Carrier and the Corps work up continues, Japan requests budget bump and Leidos UK talks defence and intelligence markets
In this episode of The Weekly Defence Podcast we bring you all the news from across the Asia Pacific and talk with Leidos UK about the how the company is looking to expand its services in national security and defence.
Newsround (00:35)
In Europe, two types of UGV from Estonia-based Milrem Robotics can now be equipped with a loitering munition launcher from Israeli firm UVision...
episode 39: Germans chop helo plan, 3D AESA radar for drone detection, and grey warfare in the 21st century
In this episode of The Weekly Defence Podcast, we talk to Blighter Surveillance Systems about 3D drone detection radar technology; we explore the concept of hybrid and grey zone warfare in an interview with QinetiQ; and we chat to our sponsor IAI about cyber security challenges facing governments in a post-Covid world.
Newsround (00:45)
In the Caucasus, fighting between Armenia and Azerbaijan over Nagorno-Karabakh has flared up again...
episode 38: German Chinook engine support, South American funding update and radar that ‘hears’
In this episode of The Weekly Defence Podcast we discuss attack submarines global market, key programmes and challenges ahead; and we learn about radar innovation and applications in an interview with a USN research laboratory.
Newsround (00:42)
Indra has worked with the Spanish Navy to develop a technology demonstrator based on unsupervised AI...
episode 37: MSPO highlights, UK F-35 concerns and AlphaDogfight winner speaks
In this episode of The Weekly Defence Podcast we hear about capabilities on display on the floor of MSPO event in Poland, and we talk to Heron Systems’ VP for research to look at what’s next for the company following its recent victory in the DARPA AlphaDogfight AI trial.
Newsround (00:33)
In Japan, the MoD is considering alternatives to Aegis Ashore for ballistic missile defence. Three options are currently being considered...
episode 36: Terminator-style research, Polish UAV wingman and spotlight on Japan
In this episode of The Weekly Defence Podcast, we look into a Czech deal with Bell for Viper and Venom helicopters; US research into self-healing materials à la Terminator 2; and next steps for Japanese defence after PM Shinzo Abe announced his resignation.
Newsround [01:15]
Lockheed Martin intends to offer a UAV ‘wingman’ concept to function alongside Polish F-35A aircraft, but the Polish MoD must still define its final requirements before selecting industry partners...
episode 35: Asian procurement updates, Turkish missiles and hybrid tech for British Army
In this episode of The Weekly Defence Podcast, we discuss British Army hybrid drive vehicles; a senior Defence Insight analyst sheds light on the state of Eastern Europe’s armoured vehicle market; and our Asia-Pacific editor highlights the most significant recent stories from the region from the past month.
Newsround [01:00]
Saab is planning to offer its new Lightweight Air-launched Decoy Missile as part of its Gripen E/F proposal for Finland’s HX Fighter Programme...
episode 34: Hungary picks Lynx, laser updates and next-gen air programmes
In this episode of The Weekly Defence Podcast, we focus on what’s next for Iran following the rejection of a US request to extend the UN arms embargo; and we look into the latest programmes in the air domain.
Newsround [00:42]
Northrop Grumman is preparing to announce a new international customer for its Firebird optionally piloted MALE ISR aircraft. The manufacturer said last week that negotiations are in progress to finalise the deal...