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US Lockheed Martin Expands Missile Defense Production With New Facilities

Modern Mechanics 24 News Desk August 8, 2026 2:24 pm

Lockheed Martin is expanding missile defense manufacturing across the United States with new facilities, digital engineering, and workforce investments. The company plans to increase production of systems including PAC-3 MSE, THAAD, NGI, and Aegis. The expansion aims to improve manufacturing speed, support future defense needs, and modernize production through 2030.

China’s PLA Shows H-6N Bomber With Large Missile in New Documentary

Modern Mechanics 24 News Desk August 7, 2026 5:17 pm

China’s latest PLA documentary shows an H-6N bomber carrying a large under-fuselage missile while escorted by J-20 stealth fighters. Experts say the weapon could be an air-launched ballistic missile for anti-ship or ground-strike missions, although its exact model has not been officially confirmed.

Concept illustration of South Korea's planned nuclear-powered Jang Bogo-N submarine.

South Korea Plans First Nuclear-Powered Submarine by Mid-2030s

Modern Mechanics 24 News Desk August 6, 2026 3:30 pm

South Korea plans to launch its first nuclear-powered submarine by the mid-2030s under the Jang Bogo-N program. The submarine will use low-enriched uranium and is designed to improve long-range underwater operations. The project comes as North Korea also develops a nuclear-powered submarine, raising the possibility of greater naval competition in Northeast Asia.

Lockheed Martin Completes Key Missile Interceptor Motor Test

Modern Mechanics 24 News Desk August 6, 2026 3:16 pm

Lockheed Martin has completed a successful burst test of the Next Generation Interceptor’s second-stage motor. The test confirmed the motor case can withstand launch pressures while maintaining its strength. The milestone keeps the NGI program on track for its Critical Design Review and supports the goal of deploying the missile defense system by 2030.

Türkiye’s KAAN P1 Fighter Moves Forward With Advanced Taxi Tests

Modern Mechanics 24 News Desk August 5, 2026 6:31 pm

Turkish Aerospace has completed new taxi tests of the KAAN P1 prototype, showing several design improvements for Türkiye’s fifth-generation fighter program. The updated aircraft features refined aerodynamics, new sensor integration, and electronic warfare provisions. Although still in development, the latest prototype marks another step toward an indigenous combat aircraft for future air defense missions.

American Team Dismantles 3,100-Mile Hydrogen Drone Submarine

Modern Mechanics 24 News Desk August 5, 2026 5:14 pm

The Defense Innovation Unit (DIU) has started developing a new hydrogen-powered drone submarine through its CAMP program. Built by Metron, the prototype is designed to travel up to 3,100 miles underwater and stay submerged for 38 days. The project aims to give the US Navy a long-range autonomous submarine for future surveillance, logistics, and seabed missions.

Australian Steel Joins Virginia-Class Submarine Supply Chain

Modern Mechanics 24 News Desk August 5, 2026 4:50 pm

Bisalloy Steels has secured its first US$2 million order to supply HY80 submarine-grade steel for United States Navy Virginia-class submarines. The milestone follows successful qualification through Australia’s DIVQ Program and marks Australia’s entry into the Virginia-class submarine supply chain, strengthening AUKUS defence cooperation and creating new opportunities for local manufacturers.