A Wake-Up Call: Europe’s Need for Stronger Air Defences
Europe needs to more than double (2.5 times) its current number of long-range, medium-range, and short-range air defense systems to represent a credible threshold. This is a huge task in terms of procurement and deployment. Continue reading A Wake-Up Call: Europe’s Need for Stronger Air Defences
GhostEye MR: Ny multifunksjonsradar med middels rekkevidde og 360° dekning
GhostEye MR-radaren er en avansert luft- og missilforsvarsradar med middels rekkevidde og 360° dekning, utviklet for å oppdage, følge og identifisere et bredt utvalg av trusler som kryssermissiler, droner, fly og helikoptre. Continue reading GhostEye MR: Ny multifunksjonsradar med middels rekkevidde og 360° dekning
Sivil Beredskap og Luftvern: To sider av samme sak
Sivil beredskap og luftvern er to essensielle, men forskjellige, pilarer i Norges nasjonale sikkerhet. De er tett sammenvevd, spesielt innenfor rammen av Totalforsvaret. Totalforsvarskonseptet innebærer at hele samfunnets ressurser, både sivile og militære, skal kunne mobiliseres for å forebygge, motstå og håndtere kriser, konflikter og krig. Continue reading Sivil Beredskap og Luftvern: To sider av samme sak
Operational Counter-Drone Systems
These systems are actively deployed by Western militaries, law enforcement, and security agencies. Continue reading Operational Counter-Drone Systems
Drone Dome Counter-Drone System (Israel)
The Drone Dome, a comprehensive counter-drone system developed by Rafael Advanced Defense Systems. Designed to protect against a wide range of unmanned aerial threats, Drone Dome employs a multi-layered approach, combining radar, electro-optical/infrared sensors, RF jamming, and optional laser capabilities. Continue reading Drone Dome Counter-Drone System (Israel)
SkyWall 100 & SkyWall 300 Counter-Drone System (UK)
The SkyWall 100 and SkyWall 300, a unique counter-drone system developed by OpenWorks Engineering. Utilizing net-based capture technology, these systems offer a non-destructive method for intercepting unmanned aerial vehicles. Continue reading SkyWall 100 & SkyWall 300 Counter-Drone System (UK)
Stryker M-SHORAD Counter-Drone System (US)
The Stryker M-SHORAD (Maneuver-Short Range Air Defense) system, a mobile and multi-layered air defense platform developed by a consortium including Leonardo DRS, General Dynamics Land Systems, and Raytheon Technologies. Designed to counter a range of aerial threats, including drones, helicopters, and fixed-wing aircraft, the Stryker M-SHORAD integrates kinetic and electronic warfare capabilities. Continue reading Stryker M-SHORAD Counter-Drone System (US)
DroneDefender Counter-Drone System (US)
DroneDefender, a portable counter-drone system developed by Dedrone. Utilizing radio-frequency (RF) jamming, DroneDefender provides a non-kinetic method for neutralizing unmanned aerial threats, primarily commercial drones. Continue reading DroneDefender Counter-Drone System (US)
Epirus Leonidas Counter-Drone System (US)
Epirus Leonidas, a cutting-edge counter-drone system developed by Epirus Inc. Utilizing high-power microwave (HPM) technology, Leonidas offers a non-kinetic solution for neutralizing unmanned aerial systems, particularly drone swarms. Continue reading Epirus Leonidas Counter-Drone System (US)
Coyote Block 2 Counter-Drone System (US)
The Coyote Block 2 counter-drone system is a kinetic interceptor developed by Raytheon Technologies. Designed for military air defense, the system aims to neutralize unmanned aerial threats, particularly small and medium-sized drones. Continue reading Coyote Block 2 Counter-Drone System (US)
Air Defence as a Fluid and Networked Joint Endeavor
Ukraine’s experience confirm the benefits and effectiveness of air defence as a fluid, networked endeavor where adaptability and innovation are as vital as technological sophistication. These principles – mobility, layered integration, resourceful modernization, and joint-domain synergy – provide a blueprint for countering advanced aerial threats in contested environments. Continue reading Air Defence as a Fluid and Networked Joint Endeavor
David’s Sling vs. SAMP/T Air and Missile Defense Systems Comparison
This article provides a detailed technical comparison of these two systems, examining their underlying architecture, technical specifications, and operational capabilities. Continue reading David’s Sling vs. SAMP/T Air and Missile Defense Systems Comparison
Air Defense Strategy: A “Playing to Win” Approach
The safeguarding of friendly forces and assets from aerial threats remains a paramount concern in modern warfare. Air defense, as a direct counter to aerial warfare, encompasses a wide array of weapon systems, sensor technologies, command and control arrangements, and passive measures designed to nullify or diminish the effectiveness of hostile air actions. Continue reading Air Defense Strategy: A “Playing to Win” Approach
Gun-Based Air Defense Systems: Past, Present and Future
The landscape of gun-based air defense artillery systems has undergone significant transformation throughout military history, with recent developments indicating a renaissance for these platforms despite the proliferation of missile-based systems. Current analysis reveals that gun-based systems maintain critical relevance in modern integrated air defense architectures due to their cost-effectiveness, rapid response capabilities, and effectiveness against emerging threats like drones and loitering munitions. Continue reading Gun-Based Air Defense Systems: Past, Present and Future
Store europeiske laserprosjekter med mål om operative systemer innen 2030
Denne oversikten dekker de viktigste aspektene av artikkelen og gir innsikt i Europas fremgang innen laserstyrte energivåpen. Continue reading Store europeiske laserprosjekter med mål om operative systemer innen 2030
European Developments in Laser Directed Energy Weapons: Projects, Prototypes, and Strategic Roadmap
European nations are making significant strides in the development of laser-directed energy weapons (LDEWs) as part of their broader efforts to modernize defense capabilities. These systems, designed to counter emerging threats such as drones, missiles, and artillery, are being prioritized due to their cost-effectiveness, operational flexibility, and potential to complement traditional kinetic weapons. Continue reading European Developments in Laser Directed Energy Weapons: Projects, Prototypes, and Strategic Roadmap
European Prioritization of Ground Based Air Defenses: Strategic Initiatives and National Approaches
The landscape of European ground based air defense (GBAD) has undergone significant transformation in recent years, with leading European nations increasingly prioritizing the development and deployment of advanced air defense capabilities. Continue reading European Prioritization of Ground Based Air Defenses: Strategic Initiatives and National Approaches
Hvordan Europa prioriterer bakkebasert luftforsvar
Det europeiske luftforsvarslandskapet har gjennomgått betydelige endringer de siste årene, der ledende europeiske nasjoner har tilpasset sine prioriteringer og investeringer for å møte nye sikkerhetsmessige utfordringer. Continue reading Hvordan Europa prioriterer bakkebasert luftforsvar
Om Langtidsplanen og veien fremover – Luftvern først
Denne artikkelen fra VG illustrerer en tydelig oppfordring til raskere opprustning og modernisering av det norske luftvernet, der både tidligere forsvarssjefer og politiske ledere peker på viktigheten av å styrke nasjonal kapasitet, redusere forsinkelser i anskaffelsesprosesser og sikre et robust forsvar for den nære fremtiden. Continue reading Om Langtidsplanen og veien fremover – Luftvern først
Defining Air Defence
By defining systems according to their range, the technology can be tailored to ensure that every segment of the airspace—from local to extreme distances—is adequately covered. Continue reading Defining Air Defence
