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J & S Franklin Ltd

J&S Franklin with their Flood Protection System, DEFENCELL

“We will respond to the threat of climate change.....”President Barack Obama, 21st January 2013In his second inaugural speech President Obama declared that his administration would work to address climate change;“We will respond to the threat of climate change, knowing that the failure to do so would betray our children and future generations. Some may still deny the overwhelming judgment of…

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Cobham Antenna Systems Microwave Antennas

New, Ultra Wideband, Dual Polar, Sinuous Spiral Antenna

CHEVELEY, United Kingdom - This newly developed sinuous, spiral antenna is particularly suitable for security, surveillance and EW applications. Its rugged, machined housing makes it ideal for harsh environments.All development engineering and manufacture has been carried out in the UK which means that the product is not subject to ITAR.Ultra wideband, frequency covers 2 to 18GHz.Directional, the…

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FAUN TRACKWAY

Modular UAV Landing Mat Shown At AUVSI

FAUN TRACKWAY USA, the leading manufacturer of portable roadways and runways, is showcasing its UAV Landing Mat at the Association of Unmanned Vehicle Systems International’s (AUVSI) exhibition in Washington, D.C. from 12-15 August. UAV Landing MatsFirst launched in autumn 2011 as a temporary airfield for drones, the mat can also be used as a platform for remotely-operated helicopters, meaning…

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Data Device Corporation

World’s 1st PCI-Express to MIL-STD-1553 BGA Package Saves Space and Power!

Data Device Corporation (DDC) introduces the PCIe-Express AceXtreme® component. The BU-67302B0C0L-202 provides dual MIL-STD-1553 transceivers, protocol, and 64K x 36 of internal memory within a single BGA device with a PCI-Express host interface. It is ideal for industrial temperature range applications (-40°C to +85°C) where PCB space is at a premium, due to its compact size of just 15 mm x 20…

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Data Device Corporation

28V, 16-Channel LRM Solid-State Power Controller!

Data Device Corporation (DDC) introduces a new 16-Channel, Line Replaceable Module (LRM) Solid-State Power Controller. The RP-26231000N1 provides a total continuous current output of 250 amps, and includes 16 channels with 10 amp and 25 amp maximum capacities. The card is packaged in a VITA 48/REDI (Ruggedized Enhanced Design Implementation) compatible form factor that enables cost-effective, two…

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Data Device Corporation

28V, 32-Channel, Light-Weight Solid-State Power Controller!

Data Device Corporation (DDC) introduces a new 32-Channel, Light-Weight Solid-State Power Controller. The RP-2032151XD0 provides a total continuous current output capacity of 120 amps at 28Vdc in a 3-lb box, along with a high channel count and advanced programmability. The RP-2032 product family offers users significant Size, Weight, Power and Cost (SWaP-C) savings in addition to improved…

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Data Device Corporation

High Performance 3-Phase DC Motor Torque Controller!

Data Device Corporation (DDC) introduces a new 3-Phase DC motor torque controller. The PW-82530N0 is a high performance and low cost torque loop controller designed to precisely regulate the current in the motor windings of 3-phase brushless DC motors. The controller provides complementary four-quadrant operation making it ideal for applications requiring precise current regulation and/or holding…

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L-3 Link Wins Predator Mission Aircrew Training System Recompete

L-3 Communications (NYSE: LLL) announced today that its Link Simulation & Training (L-3 Link) division has won the recompete for the U.S. Air Force’s Predator Mission Aircrew Training System (PMATS) program. The recompete contract awarded to L-3 Link by the U.S. Air Force’s Life Cycle Management Center at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, Ohio, includes transitional funding that extends…

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Data Device Corporation

dataSIMS Test & Analysis Software Support Now Available for AFDX®/ARINC 664 PMC Card!

Data Device Corporation announces the release of dataSIMS Version 4.3.1, which adds powerful, yet easy-to-use software support for its AFDX®/ARINC 664 PMC Card. dataSIMS, DDC’s premiere data bus test and analysis software, provides an easy-to-use graphical interface for advanced data simulation, visualization, analysis, and integration. AFDX and dataSIMSDDC offers a FREE 60 day fully functional…

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SPINNER GmbH

Making It Quick For Once

In the summer of 2012, SPINNER was assigned a contract for the development and construction of a dual channel waveguide coax rotary joint in Ku band. The challenging thing about this task wasn't the best RF attributes, as usual, but a very short period of development and a very tight budget. It was necessary for the prototypes to be supplied to the customer within 12 weeks, and the first batch (…

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Bugeye Technologies

Bugeye Technologies Releases Cockpit for Environmental Chamber

Multi-purpose Reconfigurable Cockpit (MRC) designed for fixed wing and rotorcraft research in harsh environments.Multi-purpose Reconfigurable Cockpit (MRC)Bugeye Technologies today released MRC to meet the challenges of pilot testing conducted in an Environmental Chamber.  The cockpit was specially outfitted to withstand extreme environments with high and low temperatures and variable humidity. …

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R A Rodriguez (UK) Ltd

R. A. Rodriguez Showcase at DSEI 2013

The DSEI exhibition is now a regular fixture for R. A. Rodriguez.  It’s the ideal showcase for the company’s high quality drive line components that are widely used in the defence and aerospace sectors.  The show also provides an excellent forum for visitors to tap into the considerable expertise of the R. A. Rodriguez technical team in the field of bearing specification and system design. KAYDON…

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Data Device Corporation

DDC Expands Leadership in MIL-STD-1553 with Acquisition of NHi Product Line

Data Device Corporation (DDC), the world leader in high reliability data communication and control technology, today announced that it has expanded its MIL-STD-1553 data bus product offering with the acquisition of the National Hybrid data bus product line from API Technologies Corp. (NASDAQ: ATNY). The data bus product line includes National Hybrid-brand products and UK-made MIL- STD-1553 and…

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Polyamp AB

Unique Degaussing System Feature

The world first Deagussing system with a semi automatic organic back-up system onboard a frigate type vessel was tested successfully during the Sea Acceptance Test (SAT) on the new Iver Huitfeldt class frigate of the Royal Danish Navy.ADG Systems with a Semi Automatic Organic Back-up System Thanks to the unique Polyamp ADG design and excellent cooperation with the Danish Defence Acquisition and…

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Barrus (E.P) Ltd

New Shire Workboat Engine Range from Barrus

E. P. Barrus Ltd returns to its now familiar quayside location at the Seawork Exhibition 2013 with a new, extended range of Shire workboat engines.Shire Workboat Engines Designed specifically for the commercial workboat market, this range of heat exchanger cooled, marine diesel propulsion engines, has a line-up of 7 engines to suit numerous applications.A representative range will be on display…

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Polyamp AB

Advanced Degaussing Order Award

The contract ‘letter of award’ LOA for the Advanced Degaussing Systems for the Royal Malaysian Navy´s new Littoral Combat Ships (LCS) programme was granted to Polyamp AB, Sweden, by Boustead Naval Shipyard Sdn. Bhd. for an undisclosed order sum. Advanced Degaussing Order AwardThe order will be delivered by Polyamp in Sweden while made in cooperation with Malaysian Defense Industry; Dayatech…

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Smiths Detection

Smiths Detection’s High-speed XCT Scanner for Hold Baggage Receives TSA Lab Certification

HI-SCAN 10080 XCT is fastest, largest-tunnel Explosives Detection System.HI-SCAN 10080 XCT Explosives Detection System (EDS) Smiths Detection’s HI-SCAN 10080 XCT Explosives Detection System (EDS) has passed laboratory certification for high-speed checked baggage screening from the United States Transportation Security Administration (TSA).The XCT provides a unique imaging solution based on Smiths…

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B Medical Systems

Dometic Medical Systems – Technology For Life

The “Medical Systems” division of Dometic S.à r.l. specialises in research, development and the manufacture of professional refrigerators & deep freezers, storage & transport concepts, high quality instruments & equipment for laboratories, medicine, research, biotechnology and Life Science.Dometic places its expertise in medical refrigeration and its excellent knowledge of user needs…

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Polyamp AB

The EST© MKII

Polyamp have significantly updated its proven Electric Sensor Training System EST©.Electric Sensor Training System EST©Significant Improvements, modernization and increased functionality such as:Increased frequency range for the Electric sensors; now user selectable up to 3 kHzSea cable can now be extended, range up to 300 metersModern Ethernet TCP/IP data output instead of USB outputThe UMISS©…

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Smiths Detection

Smiths Detection’s High-speed XCT Scanner for Hold Baggage Installed at Bremen Airport

First European Airport to use the new HI-SCAN 10080 XCTSmiths Detection’s HI-SCAN 10080 XCT - Hold Baggage Scanner Smiths Detection’s HI-SCAN 10080 XCT, a revolutionary hold baggage scanner which uses X-ray imaging and CT (Computed Tomography), has been installed at Bremen’s airport, in the first fully operational deployment.The advanced Explosives Detection System (EDS), launched in 2012, allows…

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