Simulation modeling has been used by the military for long. Maneuvers, drills, command-staff exercises are held to simulate upcoming operations. Command-staff drills widely use large-scale mathematical and other models that reflect the connection between combat actions and their effectiveness factors. Lieutenant-Colonel PhD Technical Science N. Mustafayev, Lieutenant-Colonel R. Leontyev and expert Ye. Idilieva consider the role of simulation modeling at the 4th central range of the Russian Defense Ministry in an article in the Voennaya Mysl (Military Thought) journal.

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Simulation modeling has been used by the military for long. Maneuvers, drills, command-staff exercises are held to simulate upcoming operations. Command-staff drills widely use large-scale mathematical and other models that reflect the connection between combat actions and their effectiveness factors. Lieutenant-Colonel PhD Technical Science N. Mustafayev, Lieutenant-Colonel R. Leontyev and expert Ye. Idilieva consider the role of simulation modeling at the 4th central range of the Russian Defense Ministry in an article in the Voennaya Mysl (Military Thought) journal.

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While much attention has focused on the U.S. Army’s ability to achieve greater distances with artillery and missiles, mortar systems are also keeping pace with technology advances. Ed Lopez, Picatinny Arsenal Public Affairs, reports.

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Tornado-G multiple launch rocket system (MLRS) will be able to operate in hard-of-access northern regions. Head of the provision planning department of the mobilization department of the General Headquarters Major-General Alexander Dudkin said it had been decided to install it on the undercarriage of two-section DT-30PM Vityaz amphibious all-terrain vehicle, which already operates in the Arctic and carries Tor-M2DT and Pantsir-SM antiaircraft launchers, the Independent Military Review writes.

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The U.S. Army is ambitiously expanding efforts to develop and integrate joint force technologies needed in future warfare as part of Project Convergence, head of the Army’s Joint Modernization Command said on February 9. Thomas Brading, Army News Service, reports.

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According to pictures published on Twitter, the Oshkosh JLTV (Joint Light Tactical Vehicle) can be configured to be used as a self-propelled mortar carrier fitted with an Israeli-made Elbit Systems SPEAR, a 120mm soft recoil mortar system.

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Augmented reality is no longer only part of sci-fi movies and video games. It has moved to the forefront as a key technology to train Soldiers for future battles. Augmented reality devices provide information before, during and after operations, enabling Soldiers to train throughout each phase of a mission. Invaluable feedback from training helps Soldiers prepare for real-world situations. Argie Sarantinos, DEVCOM Public Affairs, reports.

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The U.S. Army is improving situational awareness of the electromagnetic battlefield by developing spectrum-sensing capabilities that provide Soldiers with greater awareness of their own radio emissions. Jasmyne Douglas, DEVCOM C5ISR Center Public Affairs, reports.

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During a live demonstration of combat vehicles that was held at the Turkish company BMC factory on January 23, 2021, Turkey has unveiled a new modernized version of Leopard 2A4 German-made main battle tank (MBT) fitted with an Altay MBT turret.

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i-Provide’s heavy-duty window regulator features impressive performance, user-friendly installation and easily adjustable windowpane end positions. But one of its most striking characteristics is a highly compact footprint. That gives vehicle engineers the space they need to fit armor panels into the cramped interiors of doors.

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To determine the operational effectiveness and suitability of the Enhanced Night Vision Goggle – Binocular (ENVG-B) — the U.S. Army’s next generation of night vision system — and the Small Tactical Optical Rifle Mounted Micro-Laser Range Finder (STORM II), Soldiers conducted multiple jumps, despite a few setbacks with weather and COVID-19. Mike Shelton, Airborne and Special Operations Test Directorate, U.S. Army Operational Test Command, reports.

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On January 23, 2021, the Turkish defense industry has unveiled the latest version of its local-made 155mm self-propelled howitzer, the Firtina 2 based on tracked armored chassis. In May 2019, during the IDEF defense exhibition in Turkey,  the Turkish Ministry had already presented a modernized version of the Firtina 155mm howitzer.

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During the Indian army day parade, which was held on January 15, 2021, the Indian army has presented a new upgrade of the Soviet-made ZSU-23-4 Shilka mobile air defense system based on tracked armored chassis. According to the military balance 2020, the Indian army has a total of 75 ZSU-23-4 air defense vehicles.

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According to information published by Elbit Systems on January 18, 2021, the Israeli company Elbit Systems has completed a series of demonstration of its HattoriX, target acquisition system to eight Western European countries.

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According to a new published by the Daily Sabah website on January 11, 2021, the Turkish defense industry will develop the first prototype of the Batu tank engine that will be mounted on the Turkish-made Main Battle Tank (MBT) Altay. The project of Altay was launched by the Turkish company Otokar.

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