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Electronic Pod
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What pod-based solutions are available for electronics support or signals intelligence systems on a fixed wing aircraft?

The Defense Systems Information Analysis Center (DSIAC) is seeking information on pod -based solutions for electronics support or signals intelligence systems capable of operations on a fixed wing aircraft.  Capabilities in frequencies spanning anywhere from…

Sensors on a military vehicle
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What information is available on state-of-the-art long-wave infrared materials for windows and sensor shields?

The Defense Systems Information Analysis Center (DSIAC) is seeking state-of-the-art information on long-wave infrared (LWIR) materials for windows and sensor shields, especially those containing germanium (Ge), chalcogenide-based systems (S, Se, Te), etc.. If you have any information…

Sample magnetometer technology being used
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What is the state-of-the-art in magnetometer technologies and applications used by the Defense Department?

The Defense Systems Information Analysis Center is seeking information on state-of-the-art magnetometer technologies and applications being used in the U.S. Department of Defense. If you have any information to support this request, please contact Alfred…

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Is information available for any projects or established service programs that utilize decentralized swarm programming?

The Defense Systems Information Analysis Center (DSIAC) is seeking information on any projects or established service programs that utilize decentralized swarm programming, with particular interest in the use of decentralized control and coordination. If you…

Shown is an illustration of the LGM-35A Sentinel, the Air Force’s newest weapon system known as the Ground Based Strategic Deterrent. The new designation, approved by Secretary of the Air Force Frank Kendall, modernizes the intercontinental ballistic missile leg of the Nation’s nuclear triad.
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What tabulated trajectory data is available for long-range/high-altitude vehicle tests, including vehicle dimensions?

The Defense Systems Information Analysis Center (DSIAC) is seeking information on tabulated trajectory data for long-range/high-altitude aerodynamic vehicle tests. At a minimum, the data should include time and position for traditional medium- and intermediate-range/intercontinental ballistic…

Ships at Sea
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What intermediate force capabilities/nonlethal weapons have applications in the maritime domain?

The Defense Systems Information Analysis Center (DSIAC) is seeking information on intermediate force capabilities (IFCs) with applications in the maritime domain. Of particular interest are IFCs (nonlethal/less-lethal capabilities) that include acoustic, directed energy, microwave, and…

1.0 caliber two stage light gas gun.
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What research is available on simulating shaped charges using two-stage light gas guns?

The Defense Systems Information Analysis Center (DSIAC) is seeking information on research simulating shaped charges using two-stage light gas guns. If you have any information to support this request, please contact Nicole Bennett (nicole.bennett5.ctr@mail.mil), the…

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What service labs are developing electronic warfare (EW) payloads/packages for small unmanned aircraft systems (sUASs) (group1/2)?

The Defense Systems Information Analysis Center (DSIAC) is searching for information on electronic warfare (EW) payloads/packages for use in cheap, attritable solutions ($10-$15K, $30K max). What service labs are developing EW payloads/packages for sUAS (group1/2)?…

U.S. Military Personnel operating a drone
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What nonlethal and intermediate force capabilities can be integrated into unmanned aerial vehicles and demonstrated by the first quarter of 2026?

The Defense Systems Information Analysis Center (DSIAC) is searching for updated information on nonlethal/intermediate force capabilities that can be mounted onto an unmanned aerial vehicle. These capabilities may weigh up to 120 lb and measure…

Hands spraying a suspension lug
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Who is using the MS3314 suspension lug?

The Defense Systems Information Analysis Center (DSIAC) is seeking information on who is using the MS3314 suspension lug in the U.S government and industry. The MS3314 suspension lug is designed for all-service use by the…

Researchers from ERDC’s Environmental Laboratory Autonomous Underwater Vehicle team deployed their ecoMapper with boat support by Purdue University at a beneficial use dredging project at Burns Small Boat Harbor in Indiana
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What acoustic underwater tracking and display software packages are used across U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) ranges?

The Defense Systems Information Analysis Center (DSIAC) is seeking information on acoustic underwater tracking and display software packages used across DoD ranges. If you have any information or know of subject matter experts or points…

Image of a MQ-9 Reaper drone flying.
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What information is available on low-cost, tactical drone systems that can engage with adversarial unmanned aerial vehicle systems?

The Defense Systems Information Analysis Center (DSIAC) is seeking information on government/commercial off-the-shelf, low-cost, tactical drone systems that can locate, track, and engage with adversarial unmanned aerial vehicle systems. These systems should be at a…