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New Light on Sensors
One of the technological unsung heroes in force transformation is the military sensor grid.
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Terrorists Head DIA Threat List
by Robert K. Ackerman

But other transnational issues challenge U.S. interests worldwide.
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Mobile Networking System Readies for Action
by Henry S. Kenyon

A series of tests has the Warfighter Information Network–Tactical (WIN-T) system poised for an initial rollout as early as next year. Key ground warfare program passes major milestone.
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Supporting Veterans’ Entrepreneurial Goals
by Rita Boland

Deployed troops in Baghdad participate in a real-time, Web-based entrepreneurial skills class. Organization makes it easier for current and former military members to get the education and funding they need to start or grow a business.
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A Brighter Future for Battlefield Vision
by Robert K. Ackerman

The new personal miniature thermal vision system, or PMTV, is an uncooled thermal imager that performs all of the functions of a larger progenitor. The small device is mountable and can run for several hours on two penlight batteries. U.S. Army directorate develops a wide range of new sensors to serve the warfighter.
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Marine Corps Experiments Prepare for the Future
by Rita Boland

The Dragon Runner is an unmanned ground vehicle deployed in Iraq. The U.S. Marine Corps Warfighting Laboratory is exploring the use of unmanned vehicles to carry out intelligence operations and counter improvised explosive device missions. Strategy document explores advancements in communications and distributed operations.
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Netherlands Melds Satellite Communications
by Adam Baddeley

Thirty-seven new tri-band tactical terminals, recently tested in NATO Response Force exercises, will support X-band military satellite communications and C- and Ku-band communications from commercial satellites. Multinational cooperation extends capabilities.
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A Brighter Future for Battlefield Vision
AFCEA CEO Receives Service Award
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AFCEA in Action
Chapter Chat
Chapter Supports Coastal Sister After Katrina
Contact AFCEA
Educational Foundation
Homefront Help
How to Submit Material for SIGNAL Connections
In Memoriam
International Contracts
Leaders Examine Italy's Future Mission Planning Systems
Marine Corps Experiments Prepare for the Future
Meet the SIGNAL Connections Staff
Mobile Networking System Readies for Action
Netherlands Melds Satellite Communications
New Light on Sensors
Small Business Report
Supporting Veterans’ Entrepreneurial Goals
Terrorists Head DIA Threat List
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