New Simulator Arrives for the RAF’s Submarine Guardians

A giant transporter has delivered the first simulator to train Britain’s future guardians of our nuclear deterrent. An Antonov AN-124 cargo aircraft touched down at Glasgow Prestwick Airport, bringing the first Operational Flight Trainer for our new fleet of maritime patrol aircraft. Two P8 Poseidons – Pride of Moray and City of Elgin – are… Read More

Developing a New Method to Confirm the Absence or Presence of Nuclear Weapons & Fissile Materials

Research Paper Title A physical unclonable neutron sensor for nuclear arms control inspections. Background Classical sensor security relies on cryptographic algorithms executed on trusted hardware. This approach has significant shortcomings, however. Hardware can be manipulated, including below transistor level, and cryptographic keys are at risk of extraction attacks. A further weakness is that sensor media… Read More

Should We Improve Thermal Tolerance in Military Personnel Prior to Deployment?

Research Paper Title Methods for improving thermal tolerance in military personnel prior to deployment. Background Acute exposure to heat, such as that experienced by people arriving into a hotter or more humid environment, can compromise physical and cognitive performance as well as health. In military contexts heat stress is exacerbated by the combination of protective… Read More

What is Exercise Cambrian Patrol?

Introduction Exercise Cambrian Patrol, ‘The Patrol’, – originally known as the Cambrian March – is the premier patrolling event of the British Army. Where is it Held? The Patrol is held in Wales and hosted by Headquarters 160th (Welsh) Brigade for Commander Land Forces (CLF), usually taking place in October each year. The Brigade Commander,… Read More

Augmented Reality for Dogs

The US Army is testing augmented reality goggles for its working dogs. They will allow the animals to scout ahead of troops for IEDs and other hazards without handlers being required to be in close proximity. The US Army Research Laboratory (ARL) is currently trialling prototype sets that let the dogs see visual indicators in… Read More