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US Army refreshes competition for short-range laser
The Army will begin a directed-energy test campaign to find the sweet spot for laser weapons when it comes to lethality, reliability and cost.
By Jen Judson
The Army wants to see more ‘creativity’ from special operations forces
The new general atop 1st Special Forces Command has a unique background and perspective on where spec ops may go next.
By Davis Winkie
Army Reserve chief investigating over-tasking, wants faster promotions
Lt. Gen. Jody Daniels said she's eyeing her own staff's tasking practices, too.
By Davis Winkie
Boeing begins 3D-printing Apache helicopter parts
Boeing has teamed up with ASTRO America to 3D-print parts for its Apache attack helicopter as a way to potentially improve supply chains and manufacturing.
By Jen Judson
These new Army formations can reach across Europe to strike a target
This was the first time that the 2nd Multi-Domain Task Force did a multi-service, multi-partner targeting data hand-off at these ranges.
By Todd South
Opinion
The Army needs a near-term strategy for the 2020s
The U.S. Army must close the munitions gap, improve the survivability of tanks and strengthen competencies within the electromagnetic spectrum.
By Rep. Rob Wittman
Leaders face questions over rent increases, spouse employment and more
Landlords' rent increases in lock-step with increases with housing allowances may be "a bit of the dark side of capitalism."
By Karen Jowers
Army at work on a digital ‘blue book’ app, top enlisted soldier says
The app is anticipated to enter beta testing in October 2024.
By Davis Winkie
Forget PowerPoint and move faster on planning, Army 2-star says
Quicker cycles for targeting and operations will mean more demands on intelligence.
By Todd South
Army leaders see Latin America as test bed for military tech
The region's proximity, partners and security challenges provide ways to test out new concepts and tech.
By Todd South
Watch AUSA 2023 Day 3: Live
Catch events, interviews, and all the action from the show floor right here.
By Defense News staff