5 Of The Fastest Military Helicopters, Ranked By Top Speed
Military forces around the world have taken advantage of emerging engine and aerodynamics technology to build these fast and fearsome helicopters.
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Stories By Jonathan H. Kantor
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General Dynamics Reveals Revolutionary New Surface Ship: The 'Ghost'
New, more sophisticated technology is creating military vehicles that look straight from science fiction. One of which is General Dynamics new GHOST.
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Everything Wrong With The Navy's Cruiser Modernization Program
America's military services are not exactly known for frugal procurement, but the problems ballooned when the Navy set out to modernize its destroyers.
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What Is Smart Dust? Here's What You Need To Know
Smart dust is a brand new technology comprised of millions of sensors that can monitor an area via wi-fi. Naturally, it's led to some conspiracies.
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Why Are Submarines Called Boats? The History Behind The Term
Don't make the mistake of calling a submarine a ship, there's a reason why they are called boats and there's a good a bit of history behind it.
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How Fast Can A Fighter Jet Fly Across The World? Here's How Long It Would Take
Fighter jets are known for their maneuverability and extreme speed. Here's how long it would take three top fighter models to fly across the world.
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Which Country Has The Most War Ships In Their Navy?
The country that actually has the most war ships in a navy isn't who you might think it is, and that country is continuing to add more vessels.
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Self-Propelled Artillery Vs. Tanks: What's The Difference?
While self-propelled artillery and tanks may look superficially similar, there are differences related to their specialized roles in warfare.
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Meet The New Military Drones Being Integrated Into U.S. Army Companies & Battalions
Drone warfare is perhaps the single biggest change in modern combat, and the U.S. Army has the latest in the tech. Here's what you need to know.
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5 Worst Fighter Jets To Fly For The US Air Force
The U.S. Air Force has flown some of the greatest fighter jets in history, but there are a few stinkers, too. These are the worst fighter jets in America.
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The World's 5 Most Powerful Military Transport Aircraft
Not all military aircraft are designed for combat or reconnaissance. There are plenty created to transport whatever needs moving. These are the beefiest ones.
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Why The World's Largest Wooden Ship, The Wyoming, Was A Bad Idea From The Start
The Wyoming held the distinction of the largest wooden boat of its time, but this wasn't necessarily a good thing. Here's the story behind the ship.
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Though A Disaster Right Now, The US Military's B-52J Will Be An Impressive Bomber
Delays continue to plague the development of the Stratofortress' successor, but once it does enter service, the Boeing B-52J has a lot of potential.
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The Tragic Story Of Japan's Rocket-Powered Kamikaze Plane From World War II
The kamikaze suicide plane was a last-ditch effort to stave off defeat by a desperate Japan. But its fatal flaw doomed its pilots more surely than its targets.
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Black Hawk Helicopters Are Getting Smarter And Are Almost Ready To Fly Themselves
The Black Hawk is U.S. military's main helicopter, and a new automated system promises to make it so much easier to fly, almost anyone will be able to pilot it.
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The Jet Fighter So Advanced That US Law Bans It From Being Exported
Although the top U.S. military contractors export tech to foreign countries, there's one plane so advanced that the government banned its sale.
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Every Strategic Jet Bomber Still In-Service Today
Strategic jet bombers are used to deliver nuclear and conventional ordnance to all parts of the world. These are the ones operating right now.
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The German Navy Is Testing A New Unmanned Underwater Drone
Drone warfare has been a predominant feature on recent battlefields, and Germany is now extending it to the seas with its unmanned submarine.
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Can China's Newest Amphibious Assault Ship Launch A Fleet Of Fighter Jets?
China has revealed the latest addition to its ever-growing navy, and this is a ship with such an unusual design that it offers many possibilities.
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Here's What Makes The US Navy's New Doomsday Plane So Special
The United States Navy's latest Doomsday Plane is based on an iconic military airplane, but its features and platform might actually surprise you.
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Why Is The American Flag Backwards On Military Uniforms?
If you've ever seen a soldier in uniform, you may have noticed that the flag on their uniform appears to be backwards, but that's not the case.
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5 Of The Worst Aircraft Carriers Of All Time
Aircraft carriers are the backbone of navies across the globe, but not all of them are created equal. These five are the worst of all time.
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Why The T-6 Texan II Is Becoming A Leading Military Training Aircraft
The T-6 Texan II isn't an advanced military stealth jet, but it is one of the most popular planes for training in militaries across the globe.
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What The US Army's High-Tech HADES Aircraft Will Be Able To Do Once It Hits The Skies
HADES is the next generation in surveillance and reconnaissance from the U.S. Army and is far superior to its predecessor in many ways.
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Ukraine's Military Has Impressive UAVs That Are Dropping Kamikaze Drones Left & Right
Drone warfare is becoming a major element in combat scenarios, and that's no more true than on Ukraine's battlefields. Here's what we know so far.
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Did The USSR Really Build A Nuclear-Powered Car In The 1960s?
A nuclear-powered car sounds like something straight out of science fiction, but it was actually something people were considering in the 1960s.
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These New Autonomous Drones Could Make Sea Mines Obsolete
Sea mines are a very real danger to both commercial and military vessels, but this new drone technology could make that fear a thing of the past.
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