Defense
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Canada holds breath as it offers NAFTA counter-proposal
Canada has tabled what is being billed by government officials as a set of creative counter-proposals and the U.S. response could make or break the talks.Read more → -
NASA successfully tests 3D printed rocket engine part
The space agency is undertaking a series of tests with parts made using advanced manufacturing techniques that will make building future engines more affordable.Read more → -
Trudeau announces plans to lease icebreakers from Quebec’s Davie shipyard
The surprise move follows growing concerns about the coast guard's aging icebreaker fleet and strong pressure from Quebec to give Davie more federal work.Read more → -
US Army partners with Marine Corps to 3D print drones
Researchers envisioned the project to on-demand print with a suite of tools that would allow for soldiers to enter mission parameters and then get a 3D printed aviation asset within 24 hours.Read more → -
Lockheed Martin to design U.S. Navy’s unmanned undersea vehicle
U.S. Navy awarded Lockheed Martin the $43.2 million contract to design the XLUUV Orca long-range autonomous vehicle platform.Read more → -
Major defence merger surge as global tensions rise
Northrop Grumman jumps into the race with $7.8 billion Orbital ATK acquisition.Read more → -
Autonomous boats could be just around the pier
The International Maritime Organization has begun a 2-year review of the safety, security and environmental implications of autonomous ships.Read more → -
Lockheed’s helicopter-based missile detection system passes review
The AOEW system was designed for use on the MH-60 helicopter and will enable enhanced electronic warfare surveillance and countermeasure capabilities.Read more → -
Will feds ever complete warship design competition?
Concerns arise as federal procurement officials announce another major delay in competition submission deadline.Read more → -
First metal 3D printed satellite RF filter is flight ready
3D Systems ProX DMP 320 3D printer used in the Airbus RF filter project enables manufacturers to decrease weight while maintaining or improving material strength.Read more →
