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10 June 22. Eight Milrem Robotics’ THeMIS UGVs exhibited at Eurosatory 2022. Milrem Robotics, the leading European robotics and autonomous systems developer, is the most represented in its field at this year’s Eurosatory exhibition in Paris with a total of eight differently configured THeMIS intelligent robotic systems on display.
Of the eight unmanned ground vehicles (UGV) at the show, two are exhibited at Milrem Robotics’ stand, one at the live demonstration and five in the stands of various partners.
Eurosatory 2022 features five THeMIS Combat UGVs integrated with weapon stations by the top of their field manufacturers like KONGSBERG, Hornet, Nexter, EOS and FN Herstal.
In addition, the company exhibits their autonomous THeMIS Observe UGV intended for intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance (ISR) missions that is also integrated into Milrem Robotics’ command and control (C2) system.
One of the THeMIS’ at the show features an electro-optical targeting system and is displayed on the stand of Krauss-Maffei Wegmann and another is the Route Clearance UGV on CNIM’s stand.
“The THeMIS is the world’s most fielded autonomous UGV in its size class, having been acquired by 13 countries, eight of which are NATO members. THeMIS has experience from hot Mali to arctic Norway to some jungle regions with extreme humidity,” said Kuldar Väärsi, CEO of Milrem Robotics. “Having eight vehicles at Europe’s leading defence exhibition with various payloads by world-leading companies illustrates the versatility of the platform and is a huge compliment.”
Additionally exhibited during the event is the Type-X Robotic Combat Vehicle that is equipped with KONGSBERG’s PROTECTOR RT40 and the Straight Obstacle Blade by Pearson Engineering.
About Milrem Robotics
Milrem Robotics is the leading European robotics and autonomous systems developer and systems integrator. In addition to the THeMIS the company is known for the Multiscope UGV and the Type-X Robotic Combat Vehicle. The first is intended for civilian use (forestry and firefighting), the Type-X RCV is a wingman for mechanized units.
Milrem Robotics is the leader of a consortium awarded 30.6 MEUR from the European Commission’s European Defence Industrial Development Programme (EDIDP) to develop a European standardized unmanned ground system (UGS). During the project, titled iMUGS, modular and scalable architecture for hybrid manned-unmanned systems will be developed to standardize a European wide ecosystem.
09 June 22. Jankel receives pre-orders for armoured Toyota LC300 in advance of product launch.
Jankel, a world-leader in the design and manufacture of high-specification defence, security and NGO protection systems, has announced the receipt of a number of pre-orders for the much-anticipated Jankel armoured Toyota LC300, in advance of the formal product launch. The orders have come from a number of undisclosed existing customers who previously purchased armoured variants of the hugely successful preceding Jankel armoured Toyota LC200. This announcement coincides with Eurosatory taking place in Paris 13-17 June, where Jankel are on stand A330 in Hall B.
As well as receiving actual new vehicle pre-orders, Jankel’s armoured LC300 has also been added to a number of in-place customer framework contracts in anticipation of the imminent product launch. This will allow existing LC200 customers to immediately order the new LC300 vehicle that has been designed to meet, exactly, the known demanding specifications and requirements of the established framework contracts. Working together with their customers, Jankel are aiming for a seamless transition to the new vehicle type.
Jankel is currently developing their new armoured LC300 design that is scheduled for a product launch later in 2022. The result of an extensive design, development and testing programme, Jankel’s new LC300 will deliver ‘best in class’ protection, safety, capability and functionality. The LC300 has also been designed with ‘deployed supportability’ in mind and will deliver reliability, supportability and confidence alongside the fundamental protection levels that users of a platform of this type demand. Leveraging Jankel’s considerable experience in the field of Civilian Armoured Vehicles (CAVs) gained over many years of high-quality service to the defence, security and NGO sectors, the new LC300 is an exciting addition to Jankel’s range.
Andrew Jankel, Chairman at Jankel Group said: “we see it as an absolute vote of confidence from our existing customer base that they have the confidence in Jankel to pre-order these vehicles and place them onto their framework contracts in advance of the formal product launch. As a result, we’re exceedingly grateful and immensely proud of the trust that has been placed in us”. He added: “our new LC300 is in the latter stages of a comprehensive development programme that will deliver a vehicle that benefits from many years of user feedback leading to detailed and innovative product design. When we launch later this year, I’m confident that the market will immediately see the results and benefits of our careful and exacting development and testing programme”.
09 June 22. Bespoke brake manufacturer Alcon exhibits at Eurosatory for the first time. Alcon has chosen the prestigious Eurosatory Show (13-17 June in Paris) to consolidate its position in the defence sector by exhibiting its engineering expertise and defence orientated braking solutions at a defence show for the first time. At the event in Hall 5A, Stand C767, Alcon will have a range of braking solutions on display that cover the requirements of multiple defence vehicle types from 2-45(+) tonnes in weight. The technical sales team will be on hand to discuss any project or scenario that requires a solution. Alcon are rapidly becoming the braking partner of choice across the defence sector, due to their 35 years of experience in engineering high-quality and high-performance brakes and clutches for specialist vehicles; from F1, World Rally and prestige performance cars to 60T-plus military armoured vehicles, combined with their proven pedigree in rapidly solving the unique braking problems created by the operational demands of the military environment. Alcon braking solutions have been sought out by some of the world’s finest defence industry vehicle OEMs and notably, were selected by Patria to provide the bespoke braking solution for the new 6×6 heavy armoured vehicle. Alcon braking systems are used by over 20 defence and security equipment OEMs, including Patria, Supacat, BAE, Ricardo and Jankel because Alcon provide bespoke braking systems that fully meet the demanding requirements of the challenging, high-performance, modern-day battlefield. For those seeking high-performance brake upgrades for increased braking capacity and improved safety to deal with higher Gross Vehicle Weights in armoured vehicles, the Alcon range is the perfect solution. Their armoured vehicle brake kits feature custom-designed multi-piston iron calipers and larger discs on both front and rear axles. The kits offer the following key advantages: compatibility with base OEM actuation and stability control systems (so are easy to fit and minimise additional parts required); compliance and certification against various standards associated with increased vehicle weight; reduced brake fade; increased braking torque and less wear leading to reduced through-life costs; acid zinc finish for maximum corrosion protection and inboard bleed screws to increase tamper-proofing protection. Jonathan Edwards, Group Sales Director at Alcon said: “We are very excited to be exhibiting some of Alcon’s military-focussed braking solutions at Eurosatory this month. Since we first decided to apply our engineering expertise and experience to the defence sector, we have rapidly become the specialist braking provider of choice for a host of key equipment manufacturers. Exhibiting here at Eurosatory is a key milestone for Alcon to consolidate that position and reinforce this strategic direction. We very much look forward to meeting current and potential new clients at this important event.”
10 June 22. AM General Features Innovative and Collaborative Vehicle Transformations at Eurosatory 2022. Global mobility solutions provider, AM General, is returning to the Eurosatory 2022 Defence & Security International Exhibition. The company is excited to feature products demonstrating its commitment to leading the industry with continuous transformation, both meeting and exceeding the current and future demands of the modern battlefield. This year, AM General has partnered with highly regarded defense companies to showcase the versatility of both the HUMVEE Saber™ light tactical vehicle and Soft Recoil Technology. The exposition will take place in Paris, France, June 13-17, 2022, Hall 5, Booth #B397 – U.S. Pavilion.
“It’s exciting to be back in Paris after a four-year hiatus. Eurosatory provides us a great opportunity to engage with global customers and display our innovative solutions based on their unique requirements,” said Jim Cannon, AM General President and CEO. “Industry collaborations have led to the HUMVEE Saber Reinforced Security Concept and the Supacat 105mm HMT Extenda Mk2 concept, two examples of how breakthrough technology can be further customized and enhanced.”
Based on the proven and battle-tested HUMVEE vehicle platform, the HUMVEE Saber is redefining survivability with 360 degree kinetic and blast protection in a truly light tactical vehicle. For Eurosatory, AM General partnered with Elta North America, to upfit the vehicle with a mobile Counter Unmanned Aircraft System (C-UAS) that is designed to track, identify, and deter/defeat various UAS while the vehicle is in motion. Additionally, the vehicle features MBrace®, an advanced occupant protection system by IMMI, to add head and neck protection during adverse events. Finally, the vehicle also features innovative electronics from ArmorWorks that allows for enhanced situational awareness with multiple field view options with thermal and infrared camera operation. The technology insertions by leading industry partners add higher levels of security and survivability to an already rugged, mobile, and highly protected light tactical vehicle.
The company is also displaying the versatility of Soft Recoil Technology (SRT), which is currently undergoing characterization tests by the U.S. Army and can be integrated into existing weapons systems and mounted on indigenous vehicles. AM General and Mandus Group have teamed up with Supacat to display the HMT Extenda Mk2 upfitted with a 105mm light weight gun containing SRT, transforming the vehicle into a more lethal mobile weapons system. The HMT Extenda MK2 is a light tactical vehicle that can be simply and easily integrated with equipment, which provides protection for the crew and vehicle in a variety of theatres. Mounting the 105mm gun with SRT onto the vehicle allows for “shoot and scoot” capability – it can quickly deploy, fire, and displace, increasing survivability from counter battery fire.
The HMT
Based on the proven and battle-tested HUMVEE vehicle platform, the HUMVEE Saber is redefining survivability with 360 degree kinetic and blast protection in a truly light tactical vehicle. For Eurosatory, AM General partnered with Elta North America, to upfit the vehicle with a mobile Counter Unmanned Aircraft System (C-UAS) that is designed to track, identify, and deter/defeat various UAS while the vehicle is in motion. Additionally, the vehicle features MBrace®, an advanced occupant protection system by IMMI, to add head and neck protection during adverse events. Finally, the vehicle also features innovative electronics from ArmorWorks that allows for enhanced situational awareness with multiple field view options with thermal and infrared camera operation. The technology insertions by leading industry partners add higher levels of security and survivability to an already rugged, mobile, and highly protected light tactical vehicle.
The company is also displaying the versatility of Soft Recoil Technology (SRT), which is currently undergoing characterization tests by the U.S. Army and can be integrated into existing weapons systems and mounted on indigenous vehicles. AM General and Mandus Group have teamed up with Supacat to display the HMT Extenda Mk2 upfitted with a 105mm light weight gun containing SRT, transforming the vehicle into a more lethal mobile weapons system. The HMT Extenda MK2 is a light tactical vehicle that can be simply and easily integrated with equipment, which provides protection for the crew and vehicle in a variety of theatres. Mounting the 105mm gun with SRT onto the vehicle allows for “shoot and scoot” capability – it can quickly deploy, fire, and displace, increasing survivability from counter battery fire.
The HMT Extenda MK2 showcases the flexibility of the AM General /Mandus SRT and its ability to convert existing light vehicle platforms into self-propelled howitzer systems. Phil Applegarth, Director of Supacat explains, “the integration of the 105mm Light Gun Barrel and the AM General/Mandus Soft Recoil System onto the Supacat HMT Extenda Mk2 connverts the platform into a long-range artillery vehicle, providing enhanced mobility, avoiding static positions, and enticing counter fire. The ability to
fire and manoeuvre without pulling a trailer exists with Soft Recoil Technology, protecting both the crew and vehicle – this is why we are working with this technology. Protecting lives is at the heart of everything we do.”
AM General representatives and our industry partners will be available to discuss not only the innovative vehicles on display, but also the wide variety of mobility solutions in their product portfolio, as well as provide in-depth information on engineering and logistics services, award-winning global supply chain management, field service support, as well as parts and equipment warranty support.
03 June 22. 14bis Supply Tracking Unveils New ‘Just In Time Medical Logistics’ for Emergency, Disaster and Humanitarian situations. 14bis Supply Tracking today announces the commercial availability of Just In Time Medical Logistics (JITMEDLOG) to get the right medical supplies to people on time.
It solves the common problem of sending the wrong type or amount of medical supplies, based on estimates (25 EpiPens, 10 units of type A blood, 20 rolls of gauze, etc.)—versus seeing exactly what is needed, when and where. The 14bis JITMEDLOG enables users to avoid harmful shortages or wasteful oversupply. It includes auto reordering and routing via desktop or mobile applications to help get supplies to where they’re needed. It also works on to ensure your data is available locally, even if there is intermittent Internet.
The commercial product was adapted from a U.S. Marine Corps Small Business Innovation and Research (SBIR) Award, part of the Navy’s SBIR/STTR Programs. These programs are primarily mission oriented. They provide companies the opportunity to become part of the national technology base that can feed both the military and private sectors of the nation.
For Emergency, Disaster and Humanitarian situations, the 14bis JITMEDLOG product leverages 14bis’ proprietary identity management and distributed decision-making capabilities so that supplies are tracked, routed and arrive on time to support patient care.
14bis Supply Tracking CEO, Eleanor Mitch, indicates that “Emergency, Disaster and Humanitarian logistics are often managed using different software systems at the Headquarters/centralized decision-making level, but stuck with Excel or analog methods at the local level. This means that there are delays in getting a good understanding of local medical logistics needs. From a data standpoint, there are delays in managing and delivering supplies as data must be reconciled. Even with premium last-mile logistics, currently there are many disparate software systems, hardware and sensors that each capture and show only one view or aspect of a situation. It’s as if medical logistics were currently functioning with blinders, which means that the right supplies aren’t delivered in good condition on time,” Mitch continued.
The product helps logisticians and suppliers in Disaster, Emergency and Humanitarian situations where patients aren’t getting medical supplies on time and in good condition, especially in areas not located in large cities, or with intermittent Internet.
According to Mitch, one key benefit of 14bis’ JITMEDLOG commercial product is distributed decision making, which is the process where several people or units are involved in making a decision. This makes it possible for greater local input and influence so that less time and fewer supplies are wasted.“ 14bis’ goal is to help reduce medical risk and cost while freeing up manpower to focus on saving lives.”
07 June 22. Milrem Robotics launches command and control for robotic systems at Eurosatory.
The European leading robotics and autonomous systems developer Milrem Robotics will launch their command and control (C2) system for intelligent unmanned systems at Eurosatory 2022.
Milrem Robotics’ solution integrates multiple different unmanned aerial and ground assets (UxV) into a composite command and control system and merges sensor and effector data from multiple payloads. It allows the constant monitoring and controlling of the UxV systems’ most important variables, such as energy status, fault conditions, operating parameters, built-in diagnostic tests, initialization, and configurations.
The system is developed in cooperation with Fleetonomy.ai, Rait88, MIL Sistemika and other partners.
“Integrating different unmanned systems and traditional manned assets through a command-and-control system enables the efficient deployment of autonomous vehicles on the battlefield,” explained Kuldar Väärsi, CEO of Milrem Robotics. “Integrated autonomous ground systems enable a significant increase of firepower and capabilities using fewer human resources and at the same time increasing the safety of our troops, which has always been the goal of Milrem Robotics.”
The C2’s autonomy engine is capable of remotely navigating and controlling the position and motion vectors of the UxV’s and/or other integrated RAS components.
It supports user-defined autonomous missions and behaviour sets, delivers an ALFUS Contextual Autonomy Capability level of 4+ for behaviours related to autonomous navigation such as route planning, object avoidance and geo-mapping. It also provides many autonomous functions like flight control, target detection and automatic optimized routing.
The autonomy engine autonomously creates routes against pre-determined mission sets such as search, intercept, shadow etc, considering the selected vehicles’ mobility & intelligence characteristics.
02 June 22. Under the motto ‘Move – Sense – Strike’, at this year’s Eurosatory show in Paris, 13-17 June, Rheinmetall is spotlighting a comprehensive array of its products, systems, and activities for the digitised battlefields of tomorrow. With some 3,000 square metres of exhibition space, this is Rheinmetall’s biggest presence yet at Eurosatory.
The world premiere of a new large-calibre Rheinmetall fighting vehicle is sure to be a major highlight of the show. Designed for dual-capable dominance, the platform sets new standards for situational awareness, networkability, mobility, survivability, and lethality.
Other star attractions in the Rheinmetall line-up include:-
* Rheinmetall Technology Cube: This new tool exploits the latest technologies, e.g., augmented reality, to facilitate dialogue with users and procurement officials during development of next generation fighting vehicles. The aim is to rethink the future together – by integrating new kinds of drives, sensors, and subsystems into fully digitised, scalable vehicle platform concepts.
* Caracal airmobile platform: Together with two acclaimed partners, Rheinmetall has developed a versatile, lightweight, high mobility family of vehicles for airmobile and special operations units.
* High-roof Fuchs/Fox demonstrator: An updated version of the tried-and-tested Fuchs/Fox armoured transport vehicle with an enlarged interior will be on display, configured as an armoured field ambulance.
* Unmanned systems and robotics: In another world first, Rheinmetall is presenting the LUNA NG, a next generation, air-supported platform that can reconnoitre, classify, and recognise objects in real time. Rheinmetall will also be showing how various integrated unmanned air-supported reconnaissance systems can augment the sensor suite of vehicle platforms, significantly enhancing situational awareness. The Robotics-L walking robot and the Mission Master SP and XT models will reveal how robotics is already changing the modern battlefield.
* Loitering Munition: Rheinmetall and its partner UVision have entered a cooperation agreement to market UVision’s Hero family of loitering munitions (LM) in Europe. At Eurosatory, the two companies will be showing possibilities for integrating various Hero LM systems into manned and unmanned vehicles.
* HX3 vehicle family: Rheinmetall’s new generation of HX3 trucks features improved protection, even greater mobility, enhanced driving comfort and digital interface architecture for a more flexible operational spectrum and easy future performance upgrades. At Eurosatory 2022 Rheinmetall is showcasing a wheeled self-propelled howitzer mounted on a high mobility HX 10×10 chassis.
* Air defence: Mobile, modular, and scalable, ground-based air defence systems are gaining new importance now that NATO armed forces are focusing once again on defending national and allied territory and airspace. At Eurosatory, Rheinmetall is displaying a Boxer 8×8 wheeled armoured vehicle configured for an air defence role, topped with the Skyranger 30 turret and an integrated surface-to-air missile launcher.
* Force protection: Rheinmetall’s comprehensive expertise in the field of force protection ranges from individual passive ballistic solutions to advanced stand-off active protection systems for combat vehicles. Visitors to Eurosatory 2022 can inspect Rheinmetall’s StrikeShield, an integrated hybrid module for vehicles that combines active and passive protection technology.
* Digitised battlefield: As a leading systems integrator, Rheinmetall possesses all the knowledge necessary for networking various entities on the digital battlefield of the future. At Eurosatory 2022, Rheinmetall will show how the interplay of sensors, effectors and human-machine interfaces can lift the “fog of war”. Rheinmetall will also be showcasing the current configuration of its Gladius 2.0 soldier system and how it can be networked with manned and unmanned vehicles and subsystems.
At Eurosatory 2022, furthermore Rheinmetall will be presenting its comprehensive expertise in practically every other capability category. These include weapons and ammunition for threat-commensurate, scalable application of force as well as innovative, networkable sensor systems for applications on land, at sea and in the air, in addition to high-performance simulation technology for top-of-the-line training. (Source: www.joint-forces.com)
27 May 22. WFEL, a world-leading provider of rapidly deployed modular military bridging systems, will showcase its range of products at Eurosatory 2022. For the first time in WFEL’s many appearances at the Eurosatory exhibition in Paris, the Military Bridging Systems supplier will be exhibiting on the KNDS (KMW Nexter Defence Systems) booth, alongside parent company KMW.
The world-leading provider of rapidly deployed modular military bridging systems will showcase its range of products, including the DSB Dry Support Bridge and also its newest collaboration with KMW, the Boxer Bridge-Layer system.
WFEL’s Dry Support Bridge is the world’s most technically advanced, rapidly deployable military bridge of its type and a 46m bridge can be constructed by a crew of eight in under 90 minutes. The user base for the Dry Support Bridge is constantly growing worldwide and the latest country to join the user base is the Philippines, which is acquiring a number of DSB systems under the Horizon II modernisation programme.
Strategic Importance: WFEL’s rapidly-deployable bridging systems – including the MGB Medium Girder Bridge as well as the DSB – provide temporary infrastructure and have the potential to be used both in combat situations and in the event of natural disasters, greatly enhancing an Army’s capability to quickly manoeuvre across physical terrain as complex as rivers, ravines and man-made gaps.
The current growing ‘state of readiness for battle’ for many militaries around the world, combined with the greater involvement of the military in support of natural disasters which have occurred in recent times, illustrates the strategic importance of the dual-role capabilities of WFEL’s bridging systems.
Both DSB and MGB Bridging Systems were deployed in 2021 during rescue and relief operations, following severe flooding in Europe, namely in Germany and Turkey.
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