David versus Goliath
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The attacks on military airlifters and civilian transports by man-portable air-defense systems (MANPADS) spurred the US to form a task force charged with recommending ways of countering the threat posed by portable missile launchers. The Counter-MANPADS proposals offered by Northrop Grumman, BAE systems, Information and Electronic Warfare Systems (IEWS) are discussed with their advantages and disadvantages.
Publication Name: Jane's International Defense Review
Subject: Military and naval science
ISSN: 0020-6512
Year: 2004
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Military users embrace commercial satcom services
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Commercial systems are helping to satisfy a burgeoning military demand for routine satellite communications. Military use of commercial satellite communication (satcom) facilities has expanded from 'phone home' voice messages to encompass a wide range of data and other services.
Publication Name: Jane's International Defense Review
Subject: Military and naval science
ISSN: 0020-6512
Year: 2004
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Brimstone moves on target to replace cluster bombs
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The Alenia Marconi Systems Brimstone air-to-surface missile is making it successfuly through its development goals.
Publication Name: Jane's International Defense Review
Subject: Military and naval science
ISSN: 0020-6512
Year: 2000
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