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Northwestern Polytechnical University Researchers Master Autonomous Drone Refueling, Extending Swarm Range to U.S. Coast

Ritambhara K December 21, 2025

Researchers from Northwestern Polytechnical University have successfully tested an autonomous aerial refueling system for drones. The breakthrough, led by Professor Bu Shuhui, could double the strike range of China’s Jiu Tian drone platform, potentially bringing U.S. east coast cities into reach for AI-guided munition swarms.

US Completes Production of Upgraded W88 Nuclear Warhead for Submarine Fleet

Ritambhara K December 21, 2025

The US NNSA has finished producing the upgraded W88 Alt 370 nuclear warhead for Ohio-class submarines. The $3.4 billion program refreshes a key part of the sea-based nuclear deterrent, with teams now shifting to accelerate next-gen W93 warhead development.

Explore Raytheon’s giant facility where it develops powerful naval radar SPY-6

Modern Mechanics 24 Multimedia Desk December 20, 2025

This is Raytheon’s giant radar development facility. Raytheon develops powerful SPY-6 radar here quickly, efficiently and reliably. SPY-6 is a

A concept rendering of Foundation's 'Phantom' humanoid robot, designed for both industrial automation and potential military applications.

Silicon Valley Startup ‘Foundation’ Aims to Build 50,000 Weaponized Humanoid Robots by 2027, Targeting U.S. Military

Ritambhara K December 20, 2025

Silicon Valley startup Foundation, led by CEO Sankaet Pathak, aims to manufacture 50,000 ‘Phantom’ humanoid robots by 2027. The 5’9″ robot is designed for industrial work and armed combat, with explicit plans to equip it with an M4 Carbine for the U.S. military.

U.S. Marines Begin Production of Drone Hunter-Killer MADIS Vehicle System

Ritambhara K December 20, 2025

The U.S. Marine Corps has started production of the MADIS hunter-killer vehicle system. The paired JLTVs, built by Kongsberg, can shoot down drones with a 30mm cannon and helicopters with Stinger missiles from inside the vehicle, replacing older, vulnerable portable systems.

Fort Hood and Dominion Energy Unveil U.S. Army’s First Battery-Powered Locomotive

Ritambhara K December 19, 2025

Fort Hood and Dominion Energy have unveiled the U.S. Army’s first 100% battery-powered locomotive. The converted engine, funded by the State of Texas, operates for 12 hours per charge and will cut 308 metric tons of annual carbon emissions while serving as a 48-hour mobile power source.

An Air Force technician at the AFCENT Battle Lab assembles a custom-built, 3D-printed quadcopter drone for tactical testing.

US Air Force’s AFCENT Battle Lab Pioneers Low-Cost, Homemade Drones for Future Warfare

Ritambhara K December 19, 2025

The US Air Force’s AFCENT Battle Lab is building its own 3D-printed drones for as little as $3 per chassis. Led by Master Sgt. Darren Heller, the team’s rapid innovation supports Secretary of War Pete Hegseth’s 2025 directive to unleash American drone dominance against modern threats.

A technician monitors a large light gas gun at the U.S. Army's Aerophysics Research Facility hypersonic testing laboratory.

US Army’s Hypersonic Test Facility Successfully Fires Through Artificial Rainfield

Ritambhara K December 18, 2025

Engineers at the U.S. Army Space and Missile Defense Command’s Aerophysics Research Facility successfully fired a hypersonic projectile through an artificial rainfield at speeds over Mach 8. The test provides critical data on how rain affects vehicles traveling faster than 3 kilometers per second, informing the design of next-generation weapons.

China’s stealthy flying-wing unmanned combat aerial vehicle completes maiden flight

Modern Mechanics 24 Multimedia Desk December 17, 2025

China’s new Caihong-7 unmanned aerial vehicle has successfully completed its maiden flight. The unmanned high-altitude, high-speed, long-endurance vehicle. This marks

The French Navy Suffren-class nuclear-powered attack submarine Duguay-Trouin at sea.

French Navy’s Fourth Suffren-Class Nuclear Attack Submarine Achieves Reactor Start-up

Ritambhara K December 16, 2025

The French Ministry of Defense has announced the successful nuclear reactor start-up aboard the fourth Suffren-class (Barracuda-type) attack submarine, De Grasse. The milestone puts the advanced boat, armed with cruise missiles and 4K imaging masts, on track to join a fleet designed to serve into the 2060s.

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Northwestern Polytechnical University Researchers Master Autonomous Drone Refueling, Extending Swarm Range to U.S. Coast

US Completes Production of Upgraded W88 Nuclear Warhead for Submarine Fleet

Explore Raytheon’s giant facility where it develops powerful naval radar SPY-6

Silicon Valley Startup ‘Foundation’ Aims to Build 50,000 Weaponized Humanoid Robots by 2027, Targeting U.S. Military

U.S. Marines Begin Production of Drone Hunter-Killer MADIS Vehicle System

Fort Hood and Dominion Energy Unveil U.S. Army’s First Battery-Powered Locomotive

US Air Force’s AFCENT Battle Lab Pioneers Low-Cost, Homemade Drones for Future Warfare

US Army’s Hypersonic Test Facility Successfully Fires Through Artificial Rainfield

China’s stealthy flying-wing unmanned combat aerial vehicle completes maiden flight

French Navy’s Fourth Suffren-Class Nuclear Attack Submarine Achieves Reactor Start-up

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