Danh mục: military

A Momentous Occasion: Launching the USS Freedom, a Triumph of American Technological Ingenuity In a momentous event that showcased the strength and technological prowess of the United States, the nation celebrated the successful launch of its brand-new $3 billion amphibious carrier ship. The awe-inspiring vessel, named USS Freedom, promises to revolutionize naval capabilities and enhance…

Building Better Hawks: Evolution in Helicopter Manufacturing Step inside the Sikorsky factory on the west bank of the Housatonic River in Stratford, Connecticut, and you’ll witness hundreds of skilled technicians assembling the third-generation UH-60M Black Hawk. Sikorsky produces two versions of the Black Hawk for the U.S. Army today: the UH-60M for troop transport and…

When the military U-2 spy aircraft became vulnerable to Soviet attack in 1960, specifically from their surface-to-air missions, President Eisenhower tasked Lockheed to build the impossible. The goal was simple yet nearly insurmountable: to build an aircraft that could not be shot down. The final challenge was to do it quickly. Development began, and the…

The United States Navy has unveiled its highly anticipated state-of-the-art stealth submarine, marking a new era of advanced naval technology. This groundbreaking addition to the Navy’s fleet showcases the country’s commitment to maintaining maritime superiority and ensuring national security. Designed to operate covertly beneath the ocean’s surface, the new stealth submarine boasts cutting-edge features that…

General Dynamics Electric Boat, a business unit of General Dynamics, announced that it was awarded a $517.2 million delivery contract against a previously issued basic ordering agreement for procurement and delivery of initial Virginia-class attack submarine spare parts to support maintenance availability for the U.S. Navy’s operational submarines. Work will be performed in Groton and…