Case study: Australia
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The Australian Defence Force (ADF) has agreed to a research development programme with Canberra-based Pacific Noise & Vibrations (PNV), which will develop sniper-detection systems into land-based equipment. PNV's Acoustic Area Protection System (AAPS) system is capable of tracking the rocket-propelled grenade (RPG ) in flight until detonation and it is designed to recognize acoustic signatures of mortar and artillery rounds.
Publication Name: Jane's International Defense Review
Subject: Military and naval science
ISSN: 0020-6512
Year: 2006
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Australia's FFG update faces delay of 4.5 years, warns audit office
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The Defense material Organization in Australia is having some problems that have delayed the Royal Australian Navy from receiving its final modernized Adelaide-class frigate (FFG) up to June 2009. The Australian Department of Defense is taking steps to reduce the impact of delay in fleet activities.
Publication Name: Jane's Navy International
Subject: Military and naval science
ISSN: 0144-3194
Year: 2007
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Czech Republic cancels Pandur II contract
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The Czech Republic has cancelled the Pandur II contract, which has led to Steyr-Daimler-Puch Spezialfahrzeug stopping production. The company is now searching for new avenues to sell the Pandur II and continue work.
Publication Name: Jane's International Defense Review
Subject: Military and naval science
ISSN: 0020-6512
Year: 2008
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