Revival plan

Article Abstract:

Vought Aircraft Corporation, a one-time maker of hundreds of tactical aircraft for the US Navy, is proposing the Kingfisher II, a small unmanned seaplane, to perform several naval missions including strike, surveillance and the forward deployment of unmanned underwater vehicles for mine countermeasures and other tasks. Kingfisher II is a single-engine jet seaplane and is envisioned as a simple straight-wing, V-tailed monoplane built with composite materials and equipped with sophisticated control and mission systems.

Drone aircraft, Unmanned aerial vehicles, Vought Aircraft Co.

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Navy opts for speed, innovation in LCS design winners

Article Abstract:

The US Navy opts to foster new technologies with the Littoral Combat Ship (LCS) program by awarding two final system design contracts with options for detail design and construction to Lockheed Martin's Maritime Systems & Sensors Division and General Bath Iron Works. Lockheed offered a more traditional approach with a semi-planning monohull design, emphasizing low-cost construction and proven ship architecture.

Technology application, Lockheed Martin Corp., Armored military vehicles, Armored vehicles, Military, Armoured military vehicles

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Navy explores exotic shapes, materials for LCs

Article Abstract:

The Navy's has asked firms bidding for the Littoral Combat Ship program to develop a class of fast, stealthy surface warships, and to consider the advantages of high-tech materials in their hull designs. The new class of ships would have a draft of 20 feet or less, an innovative hull form and propulsion system.

Naval vessels, Warships, Armored vessels, Ironclads

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