Aerospace & Defense News
Take off with aerospace and defense news, covering the production of spacecraft and commercial, military and private aircraft. This section covers manufacturers of military equipment, including bombs, missiles, tanks, navigational and guidance systems, artillery and ammunition as well as companies providing technology, software and intelligence to the aerospace and defense industries.
Italian Navy's Flagship Frigate to Divert from Operations to MAST 2007
The Italian Navy's Andrea Doria, Horizon-Class frigate will grace MAST 2007. - September 19, 2007 - Maritime Systems and Technologies
Despite Stock Market Volatility and Sub-Prime Credit Problems, Defense and Security Stocks Continue to Perform
Taser (NASDAQ: TASR), Garmin (NASDAQ: GRMN), Cubic Corporation (AMEX: CUB) and EDO Corporation (NYSE: EDO) up more than 80% year-to-date. - September 14, 2007 - InvestorIdeas.com
In-Flight Safety from Cole Clarifier Now Available in Kit Form
Cole Clarifier available for VFR and LSA flying - September 02, 2007 - OneWink, LLC
Homeland Security Audio Interview with Far Technologies LTD Discussing Military and Aviation Technologies
InvestorIdeas.com Marketplace Audio Update: Connecting Companies Seeking Partnerships, Funding, Acquisitions, Mergers, and Licensing Agreements - August 22, 2007 - InvestorIdeas.com
TeleType Portable GPS Navigation Product Awarded GSA Advantage Contract
The TeleType GPS WorldNav 3100 Premium has been awarded a GSA Advantage contract allowing government agencies to easily purchase this portable navigation system. - August 17, 2007 - TeleType Co.
Debuting Project Global Centurion – a Grand ISS and Government Contracting and Marketing Services Initiative
The Project leverages the capabilities of government contract experienced practitioners with investigatory specialists to better serve the defense and homeland security industry with enhanced due diligence and compliance assessment. - August 15, 2007 - GRAND ISS
Quantum3D Independence IG Solution Selected by L-3 Link Simulation and Training for USN P-3C Tort Visual System Upgrade
Quantum3D IDX 2500 ER with Quantum3D Enhanced Sensor Simulation Technology Employed by L-3 Link Simulation and Training for Upgrade of U.S. Navy P-3C Tactical Operational Readiness Trainer - August 13, 2007 - Quantum3D, Inc.
Sonardyne Will ‘Sound Out’ MAST Audience
International sonar specialists, Sonardyne have joined the swelling number of exhibitors committed to making the second annual MAST trade-show a huge success. The Sonardyne group specialises in subsea instrumentation, including that used for underwater navigation, positioning, data communication... - August 09, 2007 - Maritime Systems and Technologies
Quantum3D Names Ray Niacaris to Lead North American Embedded Visual Computing Software Sales
FAA DO-178B Safety-Critical HMI, RTOS and Embedded Application Software Sales Veteran to Focus on Quantum3D North American Embedded Visual Computing Software Tools Sales to Major Accounts and Channels - August 08, 2007 - Quantum3D, Inc.
RTI Middleware Powers New General Atomics Aeronautical Systems UAS Ground-Control Station
Successful Predator UAS flight demonstration proves advanced cockpit-control networking design effectiveness - August 06, 2007 - Real-Time Innovations
Rocketstar Robotics Awarded $200,000 Contract for Mechanisms Design on the Mars Science Laboratory Program by JPL
Rocketstar Robotics, an innovator in the design, analysis and manufacturer of actuators for spaceflight applications, today announced it had been awarded a contract from the Jet Propulsion Laboratory in Pasadena, California for support of mechanisms on the Mars Science Laboratory program. JPL has... - August 05, 2007 - Rocketstar Robotics Inc.
Aerotrim Wins £3.9M Order from UK MoD
Aerotrim (Warminster) Ltd has secured a £3.9M order for manufacturing insulation lining for MoD tentage used in field operations. - August 04, 2007 - Aerotrim Group
Make the Most of Your Exhibition Marketing, Make Sure You Make MAST 2007
Whether your business depends on submarine, surface, defense and/or security contracts, MAST is a must for your exhibition calendar. MAST (Maritime Systems & Technology) is the unique annual global trade-show and conference organised by government, research and industry leaders (see:... - August 01, 2007 - Maritime Systems and Technologies
MAST 2007 Delegate Early Bird Discount – Just Two Weeks Left
With just over two weeks until the Early-bird discount deadline (15th August), you can still save a maximum 40% on the full booking fee. Whether you manage to make the discount deadline or not, the MAST delegate package offers the best value of any event, guaranteed: At an average three-day fee... - August 01, 2007 - Maritime Systems and Technologies
Free Annual MAST Party Set to ‘Rock the Plaice’
The focal point of the MAST week’s networking - the annual party - will more than match your expectations: uniting you with your global contacts and counterparts in a truly colourful, relaxed and exclusive environment. Genoa’s Aquarium (opposite the MAST conference rooms and trade-show... - August 01, 2007 - Maritime Systems and Technologies
MAST 2007 Registrations Up, Participant Profile Well on Target
MAST’s organisers are delighted to announce that both conference delegate and trade-show visitor registrations match the diverse profile that MAST is fast becoming renowned for: ranging from military planners, capability managers, chiefs of staff, end users and policy makers; to procurement... - August 01, 2007 - Maritime Systems and Technologies
Quantum3D Independence IDX 3000 ER
Quantum3D Independence IDX 3000 ER Image Generator Provides High-Performance, Out-the-Window (OTW) and Simulated FLIR Sensor Solutions for Allied Government Hawk FMS Upgrade - July 26, 2007 - Quantum3D, Inc.
Quadcast Selects NM Marketing Communications, Inc. to Develop Branding & Reputation
QuadCast Inc., a producer of high quality aluminum, magnesium and zinc die cast products and services, has chosen NM Marketing Communications, Inc. to handle its marketing communications and business development activities. This includes generating greater awareness of the company’s brand and... - July 23, 2007 - NM Marketing Communications
Pentek Adds DDC and Interpolation Filter IP Cores to its Dual Digital Transceiver Module
Complete software radio transceiver in a single PMC/XMC module. GateFlow FPGA IP core provides high-performance DDC and interpolation. Decimation range is extended by a factor of 64,536: from 2 to 1,048,576. Interpolation range is extended by a factor of 1,024: from 2 to 16,384. Module handles input and output signal bandwidths from 4.8 kHz to 40 MHz - July 23, 2007 - Pentek, Inc.
Private-Investigator-Detective.com Registers Impressive Growth - Online Directory of Private Investigators Grows at a Rapid Pace
Private-Investigator-Detective.com is an online web directory with listings of all private investigators and detective agencies. In the past few months membership has swelled to over 800 members making it one among the top private investigator directories available online. - July 21, 2007 - Private-investigator-detective.com
UP Aerospace Offers Space Generation Advisory Council Low-Cost Launches for Youth
UP Aerospace, Inc., a Connecticut-based company and world leader in responsive and low-cost space access, has today offered the Space Generation Advisory Council access to low-cost launches for its youth members. - July 20, 2007 - Space Generation Advisory Council
New Website Launched by Spartan Security
The website http://www.spartansecurityguards.com which launched this week currently offers customers detailed information about the many services Spartan Security offers. “The user friendly website will allow customers to easily access us and our services in a timely manner and in this... - July 19, 2007 - Spartan Security
Univedant Develops Knowledge Management Solution for Manufacturing Industry
Over the years, manufacturing companies have invested millions of dollars on multiple technologies and software tools for their engineering departments, in order to realize productivity gains and stay ahead of the competition. Unfortunately, in most cases there is little or no interaction between... - July 16, 2007 - Univedant Corporation
Univedant Launches New Innovation Framework for the Manufacturing Industry
Policy makers, academic researchers and industry experts cite innovation as the most important way of solving manufacturing industry problems. Univedant’s engineers and research staff have decades of experience in investigating and solving challenges faced by the manufacturing industry using... - July 16, 2007 - Univedant Corporation
Large Temperature Chambers Ship from Stock
With temperature range of -73°C to +175°C, TestEquity Model 1027 provides full-range temperature testing. It includes sloped floor with condensate drain and scroll compressors that provide quiet operation. Additional features include 256-step programmable temperature controller with RS-232 interface, independent high/low temperature limit control with alarm, viewing window and interior light, adjustable shelf, and two 4 in. access ports. - July 14, 2007 - TestEquity LLC
Quantum3D ExpeditionDI Fielded by U.S. Army for Virtual Squad Training
Quantum3D ExpeditionDI Man-Wearable Immersive Platform for Dismounted Infantry Training Combined with AIS SVS Software and Integrated by JTSII Fielded by U.S. Army PEO STRI for Virtual Squad Training System (VSTS) Initial Deployment at Schofield Barracks, Hawaii - July 12, 2007 - Quantum3D, Inc.
Ward Leonard Electric, a Connecticut-Based Small Business, is Building Motor Controllers for the Navy's Newest Ships
Electrical-Mechanical Motor Controllers for the Navy - July 11, 2007 - Ward Leonard Electric
Chassis Plans Introduces the ATXP-965Q Long Life Industrial Motherboard with Intel Core 2 Duo Technology
Chassis Plans announces the release of a new Core 2 Duo ATX industrial motherboard configured with high performance components on the Intel Embedded Roadmap. The guaranteed five to eight year production life cycle of the PCI Express ATXP-965Q solves the problem manufacturers face with COTS motherboards going end of life every six months. - July 10, 2007 - Chassis Plans
HomelandDefenseStocks.com Speaks with Manager of Spade Defense
Potential Military Contracts Worth Over $20 billion Become a Key Driver for Armor, and Armored Vehicle Stocks such as Armor Holdings, Force Protection, and Oshkosh Trucks - July 10, 2007 - InvestorIdeas.com
NATO Research Vessel (NRV) Alliance Joins "MAST 2007 Flotilla"
In tandem with the addition of Rear-Admiral Martin-Lauzer to the MAST planning committee, NURC have confirmed their research vessel “Alliance” will divert from operations to MAST 2007 (14th to 16th November, Genoa, Italy). - July 08, 2007 - Maritime Systems and Technologies
NATO Support for MAST 2007 (and Beyond) Assured
MAST’s organizers are delighted to announce the addition of the Director of NATO’s Undersea Research Center to its planning committee. - July 08, 2007 - Maritime Systems and Technologies
Australia’s Appointment of Spanish Suppliers Endorses Cadiz as the Perfect Host for MAST 2008 and the Most Significant International Maritime Information/Business Event
Mirroring such globally spanning nature of defense and security business, MAST’s organisers remain committed to creating one truly global annual event, rather than running diluted regional events, in order to deliver maximum value to the community. - July 08, 2007 - Maritime Systems and Technologies
OEM Load Cells – Improved for Custom Requirements
FUTEK Advanced Sensor Technology, Inc is now able to offer its LSM250 and LSM300 Precision Load Cells to meet custom requirements such as high temperature (steel version only), low temperature, water resistant, and high humidity for custom applications. In the past these products were not able to... - June 30, 2007 - FUTEK Advanced Sensor Technology, Inc.
Pentek Introduces New Clock, Sync and Gate Distribution Board Synchronizes 2 GHz A/D Processing Modules with Zero Risk to Developers
Delivers sample clocks up to 2.2 GHz. Synchronizes up to eight separate A/D modules; sampling for multi-channel data-acquisition systems; and gating and triggering functions. Provides front-panel external clock and timing signal inputs and outputs. Guarantees compatibility with 2 GHz A/D modules. Available in single-slot 6U VME board configuration. - June 27, 2007 - Pentek, Inc.
MAST 2007 to Set New Standards for Maritime Security and Defence Events
Continued growth in support for first-in-class global maritime forum - June 18, 2007 - Maritime Systems and Technologies
From Perpetual Automation to Perpetual Autorotation
A new website is now launched for those who cannot get enough of spinning rotor blades. The new start-up called gyroplanepassion.com caters to all things relating to gyroplanes or autogiros. The idea came from site developer Kenneth Fietz after building a gyroplane kit. Fietz states,"When... - June 18, 2007 - gyroplanepassion.com
Copernio™ Goes Alpha with IFECabin Software
New Software Suite provides linkage of In-Flight, In-Cabin Events with Cross Checks to Operations Manuals Protocols - June 17, 2007 - Copernio
Telkoor Telecom: Deal Worth NIS 2.7 Million
Telkoor Telecom has announced that its subsidiary in Israel has received a NIS 2.7 million order for the development and manufacture of a unique airborne system. The order received specifies that the system will be developed next year while production will begin in 2009. In addition, the firm was... - June 15, 2007 - Imco Industries Ltd
Air Force Air University and Air War College Deploy AtHoc’s Net-centric Emergency Notification System for Campus Alerting Capabilities
When Emergencies Occur, Faculty and Students Receive Emergency Alerts through Computers, Cell Phones and PDAs - June 11, 2007 - AtHoc Emergency Notification
Quantum3D Co-Founder and President Ross Q. Smith to Receive 2007 Frost & Sullivan Lifetime Achievement Award
Quantum3D®, Inc., a leading provider of Commercial-off-the-Shelf (COTS), open-architecture, realtime visual computing solutions, today announced that Ross Q. Smith, co-founder and president of Quantum3D, will receive a 2007 Frost & Sullivan Lifetime Achievement Award. These awards are... - June 11, 2007 - Quantum3D, Inc.
Jet Lag: Accountability Reduces Lag
The airline industry held accountable to the consumer. It's about time. - June 11, 2007 - Flight Review Center
Express Logic Announces ThreadX® RTOS and NetX™ TCP/IP Support for Luminary Micro’s New Stellaris® LM3S6000 and LM3S2000 Series Microcontrollers
Demonstration copy of ThreadX available for Luminary Micro Evaluation Kit - June 07, 2007 - Express Logic
ElleJet Makes Private Aircraft Travel More Accessible Than Ever
Times Are Changing and ElleJet is Leading the Charge - June 06, 2007 - ElleJet Aviation Services
Emergency Alerting System Contract Awarded to AtHoc by Air Force Reserve Command
AtHoc Receives $1.2M Software License Order to Provide a Command-wide Network-centric Emergency Management System for Emergency Notification and Personnel Accountability - June 06, 2007 - AtHoc Emergency Notification
ElleJet Launches Affordable Private Jet Travel
ElleJet Aviation Services began offering one-way pricing on private jets starting Monday, June 4, 2007. “Due to our usage of empty leg flights we are able to provide incredibly reasonable pricing for private jet travel” – said Jason Wilson Assistant Vice President. ElleJet began... - June 05, 2007 - ElleJet Aviation Services
Forza Silicon Announces High Definition CMOS Imaging Technology
Company’s Technology Adopted by Japan Broadcasting Company NHK in HDTV Trials - June 04, 2007 - Forza Silicon Corporation
Advanced Film Solutions Offers Signal Defense Anti-Eavesdropping Window Films for Tampa Area Businesses
Advanced Film Solutions joins the team of VISTA Window Film Dealers that will represent the LLumar Signal Defense Anti- Eavesdropping Window Films - June 04, 2007 - Advanced Film Solutions
Investor Audio Podcast Reviews Performance of Homeland Defense and Security Stocks
Scott Sacknoff, Manger of SPADE Defense Index (AMEX: DXS) Discusses Leading Gainers: Armor Holdings, Force Protection and Security and Biometrics Firms Cogent, L-1 Identity Solutions, and OSI Systems - May 12, 2007 - InvestorIdeas.com
Expansion of Helicopter Services in Belize
Astrum Helicopters announced today the delivery of its new Bell 206 Long Ranger L4 helicopter. - May 07, 2007 - Astrum Helicopters
Quantum3D ExpeditionDI Selected by FMV for Swedish Military Mechanized-Infantry Simulator Trials
Quantum3D ExpeditionDI Provides Unique COTS Man-Wearable, Untethered, Immersive Training and Mission-Rehearsal Capability for Mechanized-Infantry Simulator Trials for the Swedish Material Defense Agency - April 26, 2007 - Quantum3D, Inc.