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National Defense Magazine

National Defense Magazine Staff

National Defense is a podcast on military technology and defense industry trends, from the articles of National Defense Magazine.

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Decade Wrap-Up - January 2010 National Defense Magazine

National Defense Magazine ·

2009/12/17

For the U.S. military and its supporting industrial base, it was a decade of sweeping, profound and, often, excruciating change. The shocking terrorist attacks of nine-eleven will always be remembered as the day that changed everything. But other events make the past ten years a landmark period in the business of defense.

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CyberWar - December 2009 National Defense Magazine

National Defense Magazine ·

2009/12/09

In this podcast we take you behind the scenes of an undeclared war in cyberspace. It's no longer about teenage hackers stealing passwords. It is a full-fledged war. And how to fight cyber-conflicts will soon be part of mainstream military doctrine. We also bring you the latest efforts by the US Army to cope with roadside bomb attacks. They are now using video game technology to simulate IED events, so soldiers can learn how to spot bombs before they go on deployments.

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Technological Weak Spots - November 2009 National...

National Defense Magazine ·

2009/10/21

In this podcast, we bring you the latest news about some of the tough technological challenges the military needs help solving.

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Body Armor - October 2009 National Defense Magazine

National Defense Magazine ·

2009/09/22

Efforts by the Army to lower the weight of body armor and the loads that soldiers must carry in combat are the topics of this podcast. We also reports on the latest changes that the Army has made to the way body armor is tested before it's shipped to soldiers in the field.

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Counterterrorism - September 2009

National Defense Magazine ·

2009/09/09

For every threat to the homeland, there's a business that has a technology waiting in the wings to counter a would-be terrorist"s moves. This podcast gives you the a few up and coming technologies targeted toward the homeland security market.

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Fuel Cells August 2009 National Defense Magazine

National Defense Magazine ·

2009/07/17

This podcast gives you the latest news of how the U.S. military is taking advantage of the Obama administration's stimulus legislation passed by Congress earlier this year to fund alternative-energy projects.

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UAVs - July 2009 National Defense Magazine

National Defense Magazine ·

2009/07/02

In this podcast, we bring you the latest news about unmanned aircraft. The market is booming, a global UAV arms race is under way, and the U.S. Air Force continues to expand its UAV presence in the battlefield.

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7 Deadly Myths About Weapons of Terror - National...

National Defense Magazine ·

2009/05/15

In the age of terrorism, weapons of mass destruction and flu pandemics, there is no shortage of half-truths floating around. But we can't blame people for being confused. For an overwhelming majority of people, the biggest myth that comes to mind in the world of weapons of terror is Iraq"s infamous WMDs that were never found. There are other myths, perhaps not nearly as riveting, that pervade in the nation's collective consciousness and should be dispelled.

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Energy May 2009 - National Defense Magazine

National Defense Magazine ·

2009/04/17

This podcast focuses on the military's energy challenges, which range from deploying electric generators to the battlefield to trying to produce renewable energy and reducing consumption of fossil fuels.

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Army Trucks - Fix them or toss them, April 2009...

National Defense Magazine ·

2009/03/31

Hear about the Army's latest troubles equipping combat trucks with fire-safety equipment. Also, we report on the Special Operations Command"s attempt to provide NFL-quality rehab for its wounded warriors. Following is a story about the risks posed by long-range missiles possibly aimed at U.S. Navy aircraft carriers and what that means for the future use of unmanned jets aboard carriers. Finally, a story about the expanded use of robots in ground combat.

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Piracy - March 2009 National Defense Magazine

National Defense Magazine ·

2009/02/25

In this podcast, you will hear why the growing number of hijackings of oil tankers is a worrisome trend that underscores the vulnerability of U.S. energy supply lines. We also explore why the U.S. military may be souring on laser weapons, and we bring you the latest cybersecurity news from the Defense Department. Other stories in this podcast probe the U.S. military role in the war on drugs and how military technologies are being adapted for port security.

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Cockpits In Combat Vehicles - February 2009 National...

National Defense Magazine ·

2009/02/10

In this podcast, you will learn about how the Army plans to equip its Humvee trucks with "cockpit” style technology so soldiers can tap into their tactical networks, maps and other critical intelligence, all from inside their vehicle. Previous attempts to do this were unsuccessful because the hardware was too heavy. We also bring you an update on the Army's efforts to save fuel by deploying electric vehicles on military posts. These vehicles will be small -- comparable to golf carts but quite a bit

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Biometrics - January 2009 National Defense Magazine

National Defense Magazine ·

2009/01/21

There is a growing demand in the U.S. military for so-called "biometrics” technologies to identify potential terrorists. In this podcast you will hear about the new ways in which the U.S. military is applying this technology. We also discuss the controversial issue of whether defense contractors should be obligated to disclose incriminating evidence about any potential wrongdoing associated with defense contracts. Finally, we bring you a couple of fascinating science stories. One is a giant “tunnel

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Battlefield Stress - December 2008

National Defense Magazine ·

2008/12/12

Videogames and virtual simulations are everywhere in the U.S. military. They are used for training, learning new skills, preparing troops for war, and many other functions. Now there is an emerging application for virtual simulations as therapy tools to help troops overcome post-traumatic stress disorder. In this podcast you will hear about this new technique. We also discuss the controversial issue of whether the Pentagon is getting its money's worth for its simulators. We also bring you a truly

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Technology Hits and Misses - November 2008

National Defense Magazine ·

2008/11/07

Science and technology are the dominant themes in this podcast, ranging from the Defense Department's list of "hits” and “misses,” to news of a recent report that blames the Pentagon for not attracting top-notch scientific and engineering talent. We also bring you a fascinating story about how researchers at an Army-funded lab are drawing inspiration from marine sponges to develop new ways to manufacture mundane materials such as fiberglass.

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Super Soldiers - October 2008 National Defense Magazine

National Defense Magazine ·

2008/09/19

Army scientists think they can give soldiers 'superhero' powers. The Navy and Marine Corps, meanwhile, are working on new armor that could offer the same protection as steel at a much lower weight. A cutting-edge backpack current being designed could end up producing electricity to power soldiers" gadgets. At the Pentagon, cyber-cops worry about the "millennials” and their disregard for the status quo. In this podcast, we bring you these exciting stories and much more.

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Marine Corps Strategy - September 2008 National...

National Defense Magazine ·

2008/08/27

As they prepare to fight wars in the world's most unstable regions, Marines want to learn more about the local cultures of these troubled areas. The Marine Corps, meanwhile, continues to struggle to save one of its most expensive armored vehicles from the budget axe. The Air Force worries about the fate of its prized F-22 fighter jet. In this podcast, we bring you details on these critical stories. You will also hear about the challenges facing the Department of Homeland Security as it prepares for

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Climate Wars - August 2008 National Defense Magazine

National Defense Magazine ·

2008/08/01

How does climate change affect national security? Will the world see a nuclear renaissance as it seeks to wean itself from oil? What is the secret to Japan's success in reducing greenhouse gas emissions? In this podcast, we seek to provide answers. You will also hear about the military"s growing dependence on unmanned aircraft, including its newest addition -- the Reaper attack drone.

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Next Generation Fighter - July 2008

National Defense Magazine ·

2008/06/24

In this podcast you will learn about the state-of-the-art production plant for the latest U.S. fighter jet, the F-35. You will also hear about how dogs have gained stature as critical anti-terrorism weapons. We also bring you an update on the Department of Homeland Security's struggles along the U.S.-Mexico border, and the latest breakthroughs on miniature robots for military use.

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Dirty Bombs- Weapons of mass panic, June 2008

National Defense Magazine ·

2008/05/27

In this podcast you will learn about "dirty bombs,” new technologies to provide mobile broadband communications to U.S. troops and the latest efforts to intercept airborne suicide bombers. We also bring you an update on the Pentagon's push to deploy more aerial surveillance assets over Iraq and Afghanistan.

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