RUAG Defence, the Swiss specialists in
Simulation and Training technology, use the interoperability of their solutions to make joint training effective for their customers.
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As training takes on a more international scope and joint training operations become increasingly important to forces. The international defence community wants to be able to benefit from RUAG’s solutions but used also in conjunction with those of other operators. To support this possibility RUAG ensures its solutions work with both the COSIM and the OSAG laser codes.
RUAG’s live training solutions cover everything from individual soldiers through to complex MOUT (Mobile Operations in Urban Terrain) installations. The foundation of RUAG’s offering is the
GLADIATOR Man Worn Unit. It comprises of a helmet unit, an integrated harness unit and a laser unit. Together they enable fire and movement training for individual soldiers through to a whole brigade. Participants learn using Gladiator™ personal weapon handling, individual and group ground tactics and operational techniques.
RUAG’s MOUT solution in Walenstadt (Switzerland) is a truly world class facility for live training. It is built around a mock town known as “Aeuli”, consisting of 23 buildings equipped with over 1,000 devices used to control and display the current status of every feature the building has. These features include; breach-points, windows, doors and staircases. Having these features controlled allows their usable status to change during the course of the training. This makes trainees recognise events around them and think on their feet, dramatically improving the effectiveness of the training.
As the official supplier of simulation and training solutions to the Swiss Army, RUAG have a long history of developing innovative ways to train soldiers in a safe, cost effective but above all realistic way.
RUAG is an international technology group for aerospace and defence. The head office is in Bern (Switzerland). RUAG has its production sites in Germany, Austria, Hungary, Sweden, and the USA. RUAG employees 7,700 staff worldwide, of which 5,000 are in Switzerland, including 10% trainees.***
PICSIX - an innovator in the field of communications interception systems for defence, counterterrorism, combating organized crime, and other security challenges - unveils P6Intercept, a passive communications interception system. The lightweight system enables unprecedented high-quality, long-range interception of hundreds of calls and SMS simultaneously. The P6Intercept system's advanced technology uses narrowband receivers - unlike the vast majority of existing systems which utilise low-sensitivity wideband receivers. The narrowband technology enables the interception of significantly more calls and SMS from greater distances, with longer call-holding - compared with any other interception solution in the same area. The outstanding performance of the P6Intercept results in a much higher rate of UPLINK monitoring, thereby producing a large number of complete full duplex calls.
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ScreeneX, one of the world’s first windshields with a built in LCD screen, suitable for military, civilian vehicles and transportation platforms, is launched by
Oran Safety Glass(
OSG).
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The feature-rich ScreeneX digital display can be positioned anywhere within the vehicle’s windscreen and it is fully integrated into the screen’s structure,” said
Daniel Cohen, CEO of OSG. “
The ScreeneX can display high-resolution video, text and graphics including maps and video feeds from a control base or from sensors and cameras mounted on the vehicle. Particularly in military settings it offers dramatically improved situational awareness while maximizing the space within the driver’s compartment. The ability to effectively display night vision adds to the system’s capabilities. These advantages are delivered while maintaining superior levels of safety. The rugged ScreeneX features an overlap of armored steel, ensuring no decrease in the protection level of the vehicle’s window. In addition, the Screenex’ s military-grade screen is fully protected from ballistics, theft or vandalism.”
OSG also displays its ADI technology for transparent armor. The ADI system replaces the conventional PC No-spall (shrapnel) plastic layer in transparent armour. The No-spall layer is typically attached to the ‘safe side’ of the glass, but it is subject to delamination and scratching, and requires careful maintenance, reducing the lifecycle of the transparent armor. OSG’s ADI technology delivers the same protection while removing the need for the plastic, effectively doubling the lifecycle of the transparent armor from 3-5 years to 4-9 years.
OSG is also displaying its line of Ultra-Light Weight technologies, which are 30% lighter than those currently on the market, according to OSG, and a light weight advanced materials frame for transparent armor, which is lighter than steel, equally durable, strong and cost effective compared to conventional technologies, according to the company.
OSG’s recently developed line of periscopes that are also displayed at Eurosatory. The state of the art periscopes, designed to meet the most stringent military requirements, allow armored vehicle personnel to accurately manage battlefield situational awareness while remaining safely within the vehicle. OSG has developed a standard line of periscopes and can also tailor solutions to meet specific requirements. The periscopes come with optional protective coatings which provide UV-resistance, laser resistance, heat-resistance, and infrared protection as well as an improved field of vision.
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Montie Gear is unveiling a hand-portable, EMP-resistant container designed to protect sensitive electronic devices from the effects of an electromagnetic pulse (EMP) or coronal mass ejection (CME) at
stand J 468. The “EMP box” is ready for field deployment and use in the most rugged environments.
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This is a commercial, off-the-shelf product (COTS) to defend the electronic tools that are essential to the modern military,” said
Montie Gear President Montie Roland. “
And we wanted to unveil it at Eurosatory so that clients could judge the quality of the product for themselves.”
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Peryphon - a leader in the design and manufacture of military and defence communications solutions for naval, aerial, and ground forces - launches its Extreme Noise Control Headset System at Eurosatory 2014. The Company also presents a range of solutions in the areas of rugged telecommunications and tactical communications.
Developed in cooperation with the Israel Defense Forces (IDF), Peryphon's Extreme Noise Control Headset System is especially suited for anti-terror units, airborne units and rescue teams - as well as for anyone working in an extremely noisy environment - enabling communications under extreme noise levels of 110 - 130dB (decreasing the noise by 40dB). Based on a unique DSP active noise control system that is active for all communication channels, the system consists of either a team or a personal control unit that connects to any communication network, including intercoms and PRC devices. The ambient noise control enables the user to clearly hear other people in the vicinity - even if they are not using any communication device - made possible by use of a built-in microphone. The Dynamic Control Unit - with or without PTT - splits the channels between the user's two ears. The system is compatible with the relevant MIL-STD for extreme weather conditions such as high humidity and salt fog or spray, and has a built-in energy source that is specially designed for emergency situations.
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RT LTA Systems, a world-class designer, developer, and manufacturer of the SKYSTAR family of aerostats for use in intelligence, surveillance, reconnaissance, and communications applications - introduces the SKYSTAR 100 mini aerostat for the first time at the
Israel National Pavilion, Hall 6, Stand 757. Compact, portable, and rapidly deployed, the system was specially designed for close-range ISR missions.
The SKYSTAR 100 System is a mini aerostat system for close surveillance and reconnaissance missions. It is a very compact, lightweight, and portable system that can be tied to a pick-up truck or carried by two soldiers in their back-packs. Within 15 minutes, it can be raised in the air for over-the-hill visibility. The system is ideal for tactical forces and can be transported, assembled, launched and operated by two fighters following minimal training. Fully customizable, it can accommodate a variety of payloads, such as cameras, communication devices, etc. Exceptionally cost-effective, the system allows soldiers to focus on a particular range and specific point in the field.
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Supergum Industries, a leading manufacturer of CBRN (Chemical, Biological, Radiological and Nuclear) protective solutions for military, civilian, and Homeland Security applications – presents a range of high quality CBRN protective solutions. The company has been a supplier to the IDF for 30 years, meeting the most stringent military specifications, with its products in use worldwide.
According to Yehuda Gescheit, Supergum's CEO, "
We are very pleased to present a variety of our solutions at the upcoming Eurosatory 2014 exhibition. We have been active in the CBRN protection area for decades, and our products are used by armies and agencies around the world. As an authorized supplier of the IDF, we are obligated to meet the most stringent requirements, and therefore we invest considerable resources in the testing and QA of our products."
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Saab has signed a contract with the Irish Defence Forces to provide upgrades to Ireland's RBS 70 air defence missile systems. The order has a value of approximately SEK40 million and includes deliveries of improved firing units, new simulators, night vision equipment and associated weapons support.
Ireland has requested updates to its RBS 70 systems. This recently-signed contract provides for new operator training simulators, upgraded fire units to support the BORC night-capable sight and the latest Bolide missile, new external power supplies plus a four-year support agreement. The Irish order underlines the continuous enhancement of RBS 70 system capabilities.
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This order is very important because it demonstrates the reliability of the RBS 70 system. It is a modern and reliable system which also has a long lifespan. For the customers it is a great advantage that the system can be upgraded for future use," says
Rickard Svensson, Director Marketing and Sales, Saab´s Market Area Western Europe.
Deliveries will be made during 2015.
The
Saab portfolio of short-range ground-based air defence missile systems includes the RBS 70 and the further enhanced RBS 70 NG. With the RBS 70 family, Saab offers state-of-the art systems for demanding customers investing in the future. The RBS 70 system has an impressive track-record in the market with more than 1,600 launchers and over 17,000 missiles delivered to 19 countries.
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FAUN Trackway’s Product Range includes:
- Portable Roadway - Heavy Ground Mobility System (HGMS) can withstand repeated loads of tracked and wheeled vehicles up to 70t (MLC 70). 50m is laid by two men in less than 6 minutes.
- Portable Roadway - Adjustable Ground Mobility System (AGMS) offers the same MLC 70 performance as HGMS, but with added flexibility, fitting to a broader range of front-end loader vehicles.
- Portable Roadway - Medium Ground Mobility System (MGMS) can withstand repeated loads of wheeled vehicles up to 30t (MLC 30). 32m is laid by 2 men in less than 5 minutes.
- Portable Roadway - Vehicle Recovery Mat (VRM) is deployed by hand to recover bogged down vehicles fast. It comprises two aluminium mats and is reusable.
- Aviation - Rapid Runway Repair (RRR) systems consists of Bomb Damage Repair Mats and Patches that form the landing surface for aircraft. RRR enables flying operations to be quickly resumed after enemy attack. RRR is vital in the Airfield Damage Repair (ADR) process.
- Aviation - Aircraft Landing Mat (ALM) is an expedient runway in kit form that enables temporary airfields to be constructed quickly and easily.
- Aviation - Helicopter Landing Mat (HLM) helipad is suitable for a wide variety of rotary aircraft, designed to reduce brownout.
- Aviation - UAV Landing Mat is designed to provide a smooth and mobile landing for any size or weight of UAV.
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Commtact - a leader in advanced wireless communication solutions for military and civilian applications – launches a line of tactical multi-band UHF/VHF radios at Eurosatory 2014. The company also displays its Advanced Mini Link System (AMLS) with a new algorithm suitable for UGVs (Unmanned Ground Vehicles).
The new line of tactical broadband UHF/VHF (UVR) Radios is based on an advanced analog/digital system with open architecture that enables handling large amounts of both audio and data/Ethernet transmissions. The system - consisting of building blocks - is modular, versatile and suitable for a variety of applications on land, sea and air. The solution is made up of a multi-band, multi-mode transceiver, providing the platform with clear, secure voice and data communications facilities over an extended frequency range. The UVR family provides a wide range of functional options to meet diversified operational requirements including ATC UHF radio.
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Small remote-controlled unmanned air systems developed in Wales are to be used in a research programme by the world renowned Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT). The remote controlled systems, developed by UK based
BCB International can land on water with a ‘fly and dip’ system and will be used in a research programme by MIT’s SENSEable City Lab to collect water samples for analysis.
Testing the water quality is currently done manually using boats which is time consuming and has to take into account traffic on the waterway. The link up between BCB and MIT came through the Welsh Government’s membership of MIT’s International Liaison Programme which enables companies in Wales to attend a series of conferences on technology, innovation and ICT.
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One of the world's only multi-piece all terrain rubber run flat tyre inserts designed for large armoured fighting vehicles and self-propelled artillery is on display for the first time at Eurosatory 2014.
The
Tyron Military ATR run flat is a patented design which can be fitted without special tools. It is on show in
Hall 5 on stand K617. The ATR range is designed to fit some of the largest military tyres such as the 1600 R20, and is displayed fitted to a Tyron 20x10 bolt together alloy wheel.
The military ATRs are fitted without any special tools due to their multipart construction. This enables the mechanics to install the segments inside the tyre without a hydraulic press before the tyre and run flat are mounted on the wheel. With the example on display the wheel and tyre are locked together using a bolt on rim, which also only requires standard tools.
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We have developed a novel solution to meet defence and security users' needs. Run flats have traditionally been made in one piece, which had to be forced into the tyres using a specialised hydraulic machine, for larger wheel sizes this becomes progressively more difficult," said
Richard Glazebrook, Chief Executive of Tyron Developments.
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A new development in purpose designed Unmanned Ground Vehicles is on display at Eurosatory for the first time.
DOK-ING, a leading developer of heavy weight UGVs, is show casing one of its latest developments a robotic manipulator arm which can be fitted to its proven MV-4 in
Hall 6, stand D697.
The manipulator arm provides the UGV operator with the ability to remotely lift and move objects such as telegraph poles or tree trunks which may hindering the line of advance. Other recent developments include a rear fork lift and rear shovel. These new additions widens further the abilities of the MV-4, which already includes flails, grippers, rollers and dozer blades, making it capable of fulfilling a wide range of combat engineer tasks.
Also on the stand is a display of the company's other robust UGVs. These include the DOK-ING MV-10, a medium weight demining remotely operated vehicle which is designed to clear anti-personnel and anti-tank mines along with unexploded ordnance. The MV-10 is suitable for clearance of large, explosive contaminated areas.
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