NEW TOP 10 FUTURE WEAPONS OF THE WORLD

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FUTURE NUCLEAR SUBMARINES

A.SUBMARINE AIRCRAFT CARRIERS

1.USA

2 CHINA

B.SSGN & SSBN

1.USAVirginia ClassSSGN

Characteristics/Description

Length - 377 FT
Displacement - 7800 LT
Test Depth - > 800 FT
Speed - > 25 KTS
Weapons -
4 Horizontal
12 Vertical
24 Stows

Capabilities/Improvements

Enhanced Stealth
Modular Isolated Decks
Open System Architecture
Modular Masts
Structurally Integrated Enclosures
Mission Reconfigurable Torpedo Room
Enhanced Special Warfare Capabilities
Enhanced Littoral Performance

Special Features

Mine Avoidance
Special Operating Forces Delivery / Recovery
Non-Acoustic Sensors
Tactical BG Communications
Non-Acoustic Stealth
Future Capabilities / Technology Insertion Bundles

Conformal Bow Array
Improved Habitability
Electric Ship
Deployable Networked Sensors
Advanced Strike Munitions

2.RUSSIA Borei class submarineSSBN

Type: Ballistic missile submarine
Displacement: 14,720 t (14,488 long tons) surfaced
24,000 t (23,621 long tons) submerged
Length: 170 m (557 ft 9 in)
Armament: 16 × RSM-56 Bulava SLBMs with 6-10 MIRVed warheads[2]
6 × 533 mm torpedo tubes
RPK-2 Viyuga cruise missiles

2.Yasen class submarine SSGN


Displacement: 5,800-7,700-9,500 surfaced
Length: 120m
Sensors and
processing systems: Rim Hat ESM/ECM Snoop Pair Surface Search Radar
Armament: 8x4 (total: 32) P-800 Oniks missiles, 8x torpedo tubes (650mm and 533mm).

3.CHINA Type 094 submarine SSBN

General characteristics
Displacement: 8,000 tons surfaced , 9,000 tons submerged
Length: 133 m [2]
Propulsion: Nuclear reactor, 1 shaft
Speed: 20+ kts
Range: Unlimited
Armament: Torpedoes: six 533 mm bow tubes Missiles: 12 JL-2 SLBM
16 JL-2 SLBM (Type 2)
20-24 JL-2 SLBM (Type 3)

Type 093 submarine SSGN

General characteristics
Displacement: 6,000 - 7,000 tonnes submerged[2]
Length: 110m
Beam: 11m
Draft: 10m
Propulsion: Nuclear reactor
Speed: 35 Kts
Range: Unlimited
Complement: ~100
Armament: 6 torpedo tubes
Torpedoes
Cruise missiles
Anti-ship missiles


3.Type 095 submarineSSGN
The Type 095 (Chinese designation: 09-V) is a proposed class of third generation nuclear-powered attack submarines for the People's Liberation Army Navy (PLAN) of the People's Republic of China.
General characteristics
Type: Attack submarine
Installed power: Nuclear reactor
Range: Unlimited
Armament: Torpedo tubes
HY-4 cruise missiles

4.FRANCE Barracuda class submarine SSBN

General characteristics
Type: Nuclear attack submarine
Displacement: 4,765 t surfaced
5,300 t submerged
Sensors and
processing systems: SYCOBS
Armament: 4 × 533 mm tuBES
12 x MDCN SCALP Naval missiles
Exocet SM39 Block2 and missiles
20 x F21 heavyweight torpedoes

5.BRITAINAstute class submarineSSGN

General characteristics
Displacement: 7,400 tonnes submerged
Length: 97 m (323 ft)
Sensors and
processing systems: Thales Sonar 2076 Atlas DESO 25 echosounder
2 x Thales CM010 optronic masts Raytheon
Successor IFF


Armament: 6 x 21-inch (533 mm) torpedo tubes
A combination of up to 38:Spearfish torpedoes
Tomahawk Block IV cruise missiles

6.INDIA Arihant class submarine SSBN

General characteristics
Type: Ballistic missile submarine
Displacement: 6,000 tons
Sensors and
processing systems: USHUS Sonar
Armament: Torpedoes: 6 21" (533mm) torpedo tubes - est. 30 charges
(torpedoes, missiles or mines)
SLBM - 4 launch tubes (each with 2.4 meter
12 x K15 SLBM (3 in each launch tube) or
4 x K-4[5] SLBM (Under development)

 

[DrSomnath999]

FUTURE CONVENTIONAL SUBMARINES

1.GERMANYType 212 submarine

The German Type 212 class, also Italian Todaro class,[5] is a highly advanced design of non-nuclear submarine (U-boat) developed by Howaldtswerke-Deutsche Werft AG (HDW) and Fincantieri S.p.a. for the German and Italian Navy. It features diesel propulsion and an additional air-independent propulsion (AIP) system using Siemens proton exchange membrane (PEM) hydrogen fuel cells. The submarine can operate at high speed on diesel power or switch to the AIP system for silent slow cruising, staying submerged for up to three weeks without surfacing and with no exhaust heat. The system is also said to be vibration-free, extremely quiet and virtually undetectable.
General characteristics
Displacement: 1,450 tonnes surfaced
1,830 tonnes submerged
Length: 56 m (183.7 ft)
Armament: 6 x 533 mm torpedo tubes (in 2 forward pointing groups of 3) with 13[4] DM2A4, A184 Mod.3, Black Shark Torpedo, IDAS missiles and 24 external naval mines (optional)

2.FRANCE SCORPENE

Scorpène class submarines are a class of diesel-electric attack submarine jointly developed by the French DCN and the Spanish company Navantia and now by DCNS. It features diesel propulsion and an additional air-independent propulsion (AIP).
General characteristics
Type: submarine
Displacement: 1,565 tons (CM-2000)
Armament: 6 x 533-mm torpedo tubes for 18 Whitehead Alenia Sistemi Subacquei Black Shark heavyweight torpedoes or SM.39 Exocet anti-ship missiles, 30 mines in place of torpedoes

3.SWEEDENSubmarine Type A26

The Swedish Government has approved initiation of the design phase for a new generation submarines for the Royal Swedish Navy.

Next generation submarine type A26
The new generation, denominated A26, will be designed for mainly littoral operations but will also possess ocean-going capabilities. It will be powered by a conventional diesel-electric propulsion machinery, and equipped with Kockums Stirling AIP system (air-independent propulsion). The Stirling system, together with a set of balanced underwater signature properties, will make the A26 submarine very stealthy and difficult to detect. It will also be highly invulnerable to underwater explosions through a verified shock resistance.

The A26 design includes a new innovative flexible payload capability with a flexible payload lock system in addition to its conventional torpedo tubes. Furthermore it will be prepared for network connectivity. A highly modular design facilitates efficient through-life upgrades and adaptations.

4.CHINAType 041 submarine

he Type 041 submarine[2] (NATO code name Yuan class) is a class of diesel-electric submarine in the People's Liberation Army Navy. This class was first launched at Wuhan Shipyard and is the successor of the Type 039. The improved "A" variant was also launched.
The Type 041 has six 533 mm torpedo tubes. These can be used to launch indigenous as well as Russian-made torpedoes. The general designer of the torpedo and missile launching system is Mr. Sun Zhuguo (孙柱国, 1937-). The Type 041 is also believed to be capable of launching YJ-8X (C-80X) series anti-ship missiles. The missile uses inertial + terminal active radar guidance. It carries a 165 kg time-delayed semi-armour-piercing high-explosive warhead, with a maximum range of 80~120 km and speed of Mach 0.9.
The Type 041 is also capable of firing the CY-1 ASW missile under water, but the status of the missile is in question because nothing is heard about its production. The CY-1 ASW missile has a maximum range of 18 km (10 nm), and when using A244 or Mark 46 torpedo as a payload.
General characteristics
Length: 75 m
Propulsion: Diesel-electric, 1 shaft, AIP (air-independent propulsion)
Speed: 20+ kts
Armament: 6 torpedo tubes

5.RUSSIAAmur class submarine

The Amur class submarine, designated as the project 950 Амур, (named for the Amur River), is one of the latest Russian submarine class which are advertised as the export version of the Lada class, a highly improved version of the Kilo-class submarine with much better quieting, new combat systems, and an option for air-independent propulsion.
The new vessel is the 4th generation submarine with the capability of striking salvo missile blows at different targets. The sonar signature level of the submarines of this class is several times lower in comparison with “Kilo” class submarines. These submarines are equipped with radio-electronic weapons of the newer generation created on the basis of the latest achievements in the field of radio-electronics. These submarines can be outfitted with AIP fuel cells, considerably improving submerged endurance and range. AIP capability can be added as hull extension plug either during new build construction or as a refit existing ships.
General characteristics
Type: Submarine
Displacement: 950 long tons (970 t) surfaced
Armament: • 4 × 533 mm (21 in) torpedo tubes • 16 torpedoes • 10 VLS cells

 

[DrSomnath999]

FUTURE BOMBS

I.RUSSIA FOAB

Aviation Thermobaric Bomb of Increased Power (ATBIP) (Russian: Авиационная вакуумная бомба повышенной мощности (АВБП&#1052), nicknamed "Father of All Bombs" (FOAB) (Папа всех бом&#1073, is a Russian-made air-delivered/land activated thermobaric weapon.
The vacuum device yields the equivalent of 44 tons of TNT using 7.8 tons of a new type of high explosive. Because of this, the bomb has the same destructive power as a small tactical nuclear weapon.[6] The bomb works by detonating in mid-air. Most damage is inflicted by a supersonic shockwave and extremely high temperatures, which incinerates everything nearby.[5][7] Thermobaric weapons differ from conventional explosive weapons in that they generate a longer, more sustained blast wave with greater temperatures. In doing so, they produce more damage over a larger area than a conventional weapon of similar mass.[2] According to General Alexander Rushkin, the Russian deputy chief of staff, the new bomb is smaller than the MOAB but much deadlier because the temperature at the centre of the blast is twice as high.[4][8][9] He says the bomb's capabilities are comparable to nuclear weapons, but unlike a nuclear weapon known for its radioactive fallout, use of the weapon does not damage or pollute the environment beyond the blast radius.
In comparison, the MOAB produces the equivalent of 11 tons of TNT from 8 tons of high explosive. The claimed blast radius of the FOAB is 300m, almost double that of the MOAB, and the temperature produced is twice as high.

II.US GBU-43/B Massive Ordnance Air Blast bomb (MOAB)

The MOAB is a precision guided munition which uses global positioning technology to impact at the target location. Detonation of the warhead is triggered by fuses on 4 foot long extenders on the nose of the weapon. It is the first U.S. weapon to use Russian-style lattice control surfaces (referred to as "Belotserkovskiy grid fins"),[5] like those used on the R-400 Oka and Vympel R-77.
The MOAB uses 18,700 pounds of H6 as its explosive filler.[6] At 1.35 times the power of TNT, H6 is one of the more powerful explosives used by the U.S. military. H6 is an explosive combination of RDX (Cyclotrimethylene trinitramine), TNT, and aluminum. H6 is typically employed by the military for general purpose bombs and is an explosive composition which is produced in Australia. H6 is a widely used main blast charge filling for underwater weapons such as mines, depth charges, torpedoes and mine disposal charges. HBX compositions (HBX-1, HBX-3, and H6) are aluminized (powdered aluminium) explosives mainly used as a replacement for the now obsolete explosive known as Torpex.[2] HBX-3 and H6 have lower sensitivity to impact and much higher explosion test temperatures than torpex. The warhead is designated the BLU-120/B.

3.Massive Ordnance Penetrator (MOP) GBU-57A/B

The Massive Ordnance Penetrator (MOP) GBU-57A/B is a project by the U.S. Air Force to develop a massive, precision-guided, 30,000-pound (13,608 kg) "bunker buster" bomb.[1] This is substantially larger than the deepest penetrating bunker buster presently available, the 5,000-pound (2,268 kg) GBU-28.

4.Small Diameter Bomb

The GBU-39 Small Diameter Bomb (SDB) is a 250 pound (113 kg) guided bomb that is intended to provide aircraft with the ability to carry a higher number of bombs. Most US Air Force aircraft will be able to carry (using the BRU-61/A rack) a pack of four SDBs in place of a single bomb of 2,000 pounds (910 kg).
Two variants are being developed. One version of the SDB is equipped with a GPS-aided inertial navigation system to attack fixed/stationary targets such as fuel depots, bunkers etc. The second variant (Boeing's GBU-40 or Raytheon's GBU-53 (SDB II)) will include a thermal seeker and radar with automatic target recognition features for striking mobile targets such as tanks, vehicles, and mobile command posts.

5.Paveway IV

he Raytheon Paveway IV is a new-generation dual mode GPS/INS and laser guided bomb for use by military aircraft. It is the latest iteration of Raytheon's popular Paveway series.
The weapon is a guidance kit based on the existing Enhanced Paveway II Enhanced Computer Control Group (ECCG) added to a modified Mk 82 general-purpose bomb with increased penetration performance. The new ECCG contains a Height of Burst (HOB) sensor enabling air burst fusing options, and a SAASM (Selective Availability Anti Spoofing Module) compliant GPS receiver. It can be launched either IMU (Inertial Measurement Unit) only, given sufficiently good Transfer Alignment, or using GPS guidance. Terminal laser guidance is available in either navigation mode.

III GERMANY HOPE/HOSBO

HOPE is a glide bomb with high maneuverability, developed particularly to engage hardened targets, such as tunnels or subterranean bunkers, but also moving targets. HOPE has a range of more than 160 kilometres (99 mi) and an internal GPS/INS- and electro-optical guidance.


HOSBO is a highly maneuverable glide bomb that can be equipped with modular warheads, including non-lethal ones, e.g. with high-energy microwaves. Range and guidance are equal to HOPE

IV.INDIA Indian CL-20' or ICL-20

Scientists at the Pune-based High Energy Materials Research Laboratory (HEMRL) have already synthesized adequate quantity of CL-20 in the laboratory. "It is the most powerful non-nuclear explosive yet known to man," says Dr. AK Sikder, Joint Director, HEMRL, who heads the High Energy Materials Division. The compound, 'Indian CL-20' or ICL-20, was indigenously synthesized in the HEMRL laboratory using inverse technology, he added.

V.ISRAEL Spice

The "SPICE" (Smart, Precise Impact, Cost-Effective) is an Israeli-developed, EO\GPS-guided guidance kit for converting air-droppable unguided bombs into precision guided bombs.
The "Spice" munition is more advanced than most EO-guided bombs (GBU-15, for example), since it combines the advantages of satellite guidance (such as the ability to engage camouflaged and hidden targets; to provide a "drop-and-forget" option for several such targets simultaneously; and to operate in all weather and lighting conditions) and those of electro-optical guidance (such as the ability to provide "man-in-the-loop" guidance for extremely high precision; the ability to engage relocatable targets; lower CEP than that of satellite-guided munitions; and independence from external information sources like satellites) into one bomb – reducing the amount of munitions (and hence, payload) that an aircraft has to carry for a given strike mission, increasing its combat radius and maneuverability. This multiple guidance methods selectability is especially important in an "information warfare" battlefield, where an aircraft might approach a surface target while it is, for example, masked with smoke (in which case satellite guidance would be required) or moving around (in which case electro-optical guidance would be required).
Another advantage of the "Spice" is its ability to be fed, preflight, with up to 100 different targets it may have to engage. The one target it will actually engage may then be selected, inflight, by an aircrewman.

 

[DrSomnath999]

UNMANNED GROUND VEHICLE
An unmanned ground vehicle (UGV) is a military robot used to augment the soldiers capability. This type of robot is generally capable of operating outdoors and over a wide variety of terrain, functioning in place of humans

1US MULE

The Multifunction Utility/Logistics Equipment Vehicle (MULE) is an unmanned platform that provides transport of equipment and/or supplies in support of dismounted maneuver. There are three variants of the MULE. These are MULES designed for 1) transport, 2) Air assault, and 3) Countermine use.

The Multifunction Utility/Logistics and Equipment Vehicle (MULE) is an unmanned platform that provides transport of equipment and/or supplies in support of dismounted maneuver forces. It will also be capable of being armed in the role of support to dismounted infantry in the close assault.

The General Dynamics Eagle Enterprise concept for the Objective Force Warrior [OFW] system of systems includes a Robotic Infantry Support System (RISS, aka robotic mule or mule). The RISS will reduce the soldier's load and could carry supplementary supplies such as water and ammunition. General Dynamics envisions additional uses for the RISS that may include reconnaissance and surveillance or medical and personnel transport. The 15-foot long, six-foot wide vehicle will be capable of carrying a payload of up to 2000 pounds of weapons, supplies or personnel.

2.Gladiator Tactical Unmanned Ground Vehicle

The Gladiator Tactical Unmanned Ground Vehicle (TUGV) is a remotely operated unmanned ground vehicle employed by the United States Marine Corps. It is described as the world's first multipurpose combat robot.[1]
The Gladiator is designed to be able to operate at all times of the day through the use of image intensifying or thermal devices. It is designed to support dismounted units in all environments and terrain and is modular to allow the fitting of mission specific payloads. The main uses for the Gladiator will include direct combat, surveillance, reconnaissance, and personnel obstacle breaching. It is equipped with a Thales SWARM remote weapon station, which can operate a variety of weapons. Most are equipped with a 7.62mm M240 machine gun.

3.XM1216 Small Unmanned Ground Vehicle

The XM1216 Small Unmanned Ground Vehicle (SUGV) is a lightweight, man portable Unmanned Ground Vehicle (UGV) capable of conducting military operations in urban terrain, tunnels, sewers, and caves. The SUGV aids in the performance of manpower-intensive or high-risk functions (i.e. urban Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR) missions, chemical/Toxic Industrial Chemicals (TIC), Toxic Industrial Materials (TIM), reconnaissance, etc.).

4.MarkV-A1

The MarkV-A1 is a bomb disposal robot designed by Northrop Grumman. It is part of the Remotec ANDROS line, which includes other robotic EODs. MarkV weighs 800 pounds and is about the size of a riding lawn mower. With its manipulator arm fully extended, the robot's height is 8 feet. The tread system is designed to traverse difficult terrain. The MarkV-A1 can be armed with high pressure water disruptors, for disabling bombs, or if necessary, a shotgun.
In total, the MarkV-A1 has four color video cameras, including a camera mounted on one of the poles protruding from the top of the robot. It also features several microphones, lights, and an array of other sensors.

2.UK'S BAE Black Knight (vehicle)

The Black Knight is a prototype Unmanned Ground Combat Vehicle designed by BAE Systems. Similar in size and appearance to a tank, it is armed with a turret-mounted 30mm gun and a coaxial machine gun. Although the armored vehicle can be controlled from a command center, the Black Knight does feature some autonomous functions in the turret and can also plan a route without hitting obstacles by itself. If necessary, the Black Knight can also be controlled by a Dismounted Control Device, or DCD. Information from the robot is relayed to and viewed by the Commander's Independent Viewer (CIV), or to the DCD in the latter case. The vehicle is fitted with a Caterpillar diesel engine, developing 300 horsepower. The Black Knight uses many automotive components from the Bradley to reduce costs and simplify maintenance. Its high maximum speed allows it to keep pace with main battle tanks. The Black Knight can be airlifted by the C-130 transport aircraft. It is an early prototype, which demonstrates advanced robotic technologies. Vehicle is currently being tested and evaluated by the US Army.

3.INDIA DRDO Daksh

Daksh is an electrically powered and remotely controlled robot used for locating, handling and destroying hazardous objects safely.[1] It is a battery-operated robot on wheels and its primary role is to recover improvised explosive devices (IEDs). It locates IEDs with an X-ray machine, picks them up with a gripper-arm and defuses them with a jet of water. It has a shotgun, which can break open locked doors, and it can scan cars for explosives. Daksh can also climb staircases, negotiate steep slopes, navigate narrow corridors and tow vehicles. Alok Mukherjee, a scientist, said: "With a master control station (MCS), it can be remotely controlled over a range of 500 m in line of sight or within buildings. Ninety per cent of the robot’s components are indigenous. The Army has placed orders for 20 Dakshs.

4.ISRAELVIPeR

For mobility, the VIPeR uses a pair of combined wheel/track systems (called the "Galileo Wheel" system, a patented technology by Galileo Mobility Instrument of Israel) that change shape to adapt to terrain, and a "tail" which give it the balance to go up stairs, and turn itself over. It can also move around in city environments. Always alert and undeterred by stairs, rubble, dark alleys, caves or narrow tunnels, VIPeR is a highly effective partner for dismounted soldiers, keeping them out of harm's way by detecting IEDs and booby traps and warning them of enemies and dangers ahead.
Another feature of this robot is its ability to be packed small, it is a robot that can be carried by one man, in a backpack, including all of its gear. Elbit had made VIPeR to weigh only around 11 kg.
The intelligent, small-signature VIPeR can also be configured with weapons capability. The system is remotely controlled via a control harness and helmet mounted display. Optional payloads include: P&T, FLIR, observation day/night zoom camera, explosives sniffer, disrupter, 9 mm mini-Uzi with scope and pointer, grenade releaser, 4-foot robotic arm, gripper, in-building mapping and more.
Current plans call for the VIPeR to be used by special forces units and regular infantry, for situations especially dangerous to human soldiers such as exploring caves and tunnels.
The robot is remote-controlled, rather than being an autonomous robot.

2. Israeli Army Robot Snakes

apparently, the snake's physical attributes and all-terrain mobility advantages haven't gone unnoticed by the Israeli military. The Jerusalem Post is reporting that the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) have introduced an all-terrain snake-like recon robot/UGV (Unmanned Ground Vehicle) a.k.a. robotic snake or "robot snake" to crawl around the battlefield looking for the enemy and potential targets. If it locates the enemy, the robot snake can then slither up to the enemy/target and record audio and video of that target, and then slither right back off.

 

[danger007]

where is Astra???

 

[Tiki Tam Tam]

Fantastic.

Worth reading and archiving!

 

[DrSomnath999]

where is Astra???

I had posted it in bvraam section u can see it

 

[DrSomnath999]

UNMANNED SURFACE VEHICLE(USV)

Protector USV

The Protector unmanned surface vehicle (USV) was developed by the Israeli Rafael Advanced Defense Systems in response to emerging terrorist threats against maritime assets such as the USS Cole bombing, and is the first operational combat USV in service.
ased on a 9 metre (30-foot) rigid-hulled inflatable boat, the Protector is stealthy, fast and highly maneuverable. The vessel's low profile upper structure is sealed and aerodynamic, and its modular platform design allows it to be reconfigured to meet changing mission requirements, such as force protection, anti-terror, surveillance and reconnaissance, mine and electronic warfare.[2] The hull is a deep V-shaped planing hull, with the inflatable section providing stability and endurance.[3] A single diesel engine drives water jets, allowing speeds of 50 knots (92.6 km/h; 57.5 mph).
The Protector offers enhanced surveillance, identification and interception capabilities. It is equipped with a Mini-Typhoon stabilized weapon system, a TOPLITE electro-optic surveillance and targeting system with day and night targeting capabilities through the use of forward looking infrared, charge-coupled devices and laser rangefinders, as well as a public address system.
The Protector is remotely controlled and can be operated with guidance from a commander and operator located ashore or aboard a manned vessel. This allows it to provide the first line of defense, inspecting vessels of interest while personnel and capital assets are held at a safe distance.

UNMANNED UNDER WATER VEHICLE
Manta UUV

he UUV roadmap includes the intriguing Manta UUV which would be recessed mounted in four locations around the hull. While attached to mothership, its sensors and weapon/UUV tubes (three in design I saw in Naval Weapons by Friedman)serve the mothership and when launched can be commmand updated via two way reliable acoustic datalink. Torpedoes, cruise missiles or even 21 inch diameter UUVs could be launched. Manta weighs at 30 tons and can have its' power source recharged/replenished when docked. It might be rearmed if future sub would have external weapons via a wast waist to allow a 'bomb bay' for weapon carriage. Such carriage would permit, I hope, replenishment of weapons/UUVs via scuba divers backed up by appropiate equipment. Other UUV roadmap types are small for swimmers, 13.75 inch fitting Mk46 TTs on surface ships, 21 inch type for submarine TTs, 36 inch diameter at 10 tons and the Manta class which could weigh up to 90 tons (?) for Super Manta. Any info will be appreciated. Heck, they plan launch/recovery of UAV from SSGN missile tubes.

 

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FUTURE UNMANNED AERIAL VEHICLES

I.UNITED STATES

1.Global Hawk UAV

The Global Hawk is a High Altitude Long Endurance (HALE) recconnasaince aircraft UAV, and the most capable one in the world according to many experts.
Specifications of the Global Hawk Block 20 / Block 30
Wingspan: 130.9 ft (39.9 m)
Length: 47.6 ft (14.5 m)
Height: 15.3 ft (4.7 m)
Gross Take-off Weight: 32,250 lbs (14,628 kg)
Payload: 3,000 lbs (1,360 kg)
Ferry Range: 12,300 nm (22,780 km)
Maximum Altitude: More than 60,000 ft (18.3 km)
Loiter Velocity: 310 knots TAS
On-Station Endurance at 1,200 nm: 24 Hours
Maximum Endurance: 36 Hours

Sensors
Synthetic Aperture Radar: 1.0/0.3 M Resolution (WAS/Spot)
Electro-Optical: NIIRS 6.0/6.5 (WAS/Spot)
Infrared: NIIRS 5.0/5.5 (WAS/Spot)

2.Flybot – Fly shaped Robot for Reconnaissance.

The Flybot, a new robotic reconnaissance fly may help keep a more soldiers, and others out of harms way.
Scientists at Harvard have invented a robotic fly to send on reconnaissance missions in areas too dangerous for humans, such as those contaminated by chemical or biological weapons.
It can also be used to find hidden bombs and in search missions.

3.Northrop Grumman MQ-8 Fire Scout

The Northrop Grumman MQ-8 Fire Scout is an unmanned autonomous helicopter developed by Northrop Grumman for use by the United States Armed Forces.[1] The Fire Scout is designed to provide reconnaissance, situational awareness, and precision targeting support for ground, air and sea forces.

4.Honeywell RQ-16 T-Hawk

The Honeywell RQ-16A T-Hawk (for "Tarantula hawk", a wasp species) is a ducted fan VTOL micro UAV. Developed by Honeywell, it is suitable for backpack deployment and single-person operation.

5.AeroVironment Nano Hummingbird

The Nano Hummingbird or Nano Air Vehicle (NAV) is a tiny, remote controlled aircraft built to resemble and fly like a hummingbird, developed in the United States by AeroVironment, Inc. to specifications provided by the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA). The Hummingbird is equipped with a small video camera for surveillance and reconnaissance purposes and, for now, operates in the air for up to 11 minutes. It can fly outdoors, or enter a doorway to investigate indoor environments.

6.General Atomics Avenger

he General Atomics Avenger (formerly Predator C) is a developmental unmanned combat air vehicle (UCAV) built by General Atomics Aeronautical Systems for the United States military. Unlike the previous MQ-1 Predator and MQ-9 Reaper (Predator B) drones, the Avenger is powered by a turbofan engine, and its design includes stealth features such as internal weapons storage, and an "S" shaped exhaust for reduced heat and radar signature.[2] Its first flight occurred on 4 April 2009.[3][4]
The Avenger will support the same weapons as the MQ-9, and carry the Lynx Synthetic aperture radar SAR and a version of the F-35 Lightning II's electro-optical targeting system (EOTS), called the Advanced Low-observable Embedded Reconnaissance Targeting (ALERT) system.[5][6]
The Avenger will use the same ground support infrastructure as the MQ-1 and MQ-9, including the ground control station and existing communications networks.[3]

 

[DrSomnath999]

B.UK

1.BAE Mantis

The BAE Systems Mantis Unmanned Autonomous System Advanced Concept Technology Demonstrator is a British demonstrator programme for Unmanned Combat Air Vehicle (UCAV) technology. It is the world's first unmanned autonomous aircraft. The Mantis is a twin-engined turboprop-powered UCAV with a wingspan of approximately 22 m, broadly comparable to the MQ-9 Reaper.

2.BAE Corax

Corax, which uses stealth technology, is part of a programme to develop pilotless combat vehicles for future warfare.

C.ISRAEL
IAI Harop

The IAI Harop (or IAI Harpy 2) is an unmanned combat air vehicle (UCAV) developed by the MBT division of Israel Aerospace Industries. Rather than holding a separate high-explosive warhead, the drone itself is the main munition. This hunter-killer is designed to loiter the battlefield and attack targets by self-destructing into them. IAI developed the Harop for suppression of enemy air defense (SEAD) missions.

2.Elbit Hermes 900

he Elbit Systems Hermes 900 is an Israeli medium size multi-payload unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) designed for medium altitude long endurance (MALE) tactical missions. It has an endurance of over 30 hours, can fly at a maximum altitude of 30,000 feet, with a primary mission of reconnaissance, surveillance and communications relay. The Hermes 900 has a wingspan of 15 m and weighs 970 kg, with a payload capability of 300 kg

3.Elbit Skylark

Skylark I is a miniature unmanned aerial vehicle. It is designed as a manpacked system for tactical surveillance and reconnaissance. Skylark is launched by hand. The payload consists of daylight CCD or optional FLIR for night operations. During operation, it sends real-time video to a portable ground station. Recovery involves a deep stall maneuver, landing on a small inflatable cushion. It has a range of 10 km.

D.CHINA

1.Xianglong Unmanned Reconnaissance Aerial Vehicle

Xianglong is equipped with a jet engine mounted on top of the fuselage between the V-shape tail wings. According to Chinese media reports, Xianglong has a normal take-off weight of 7,500 kg and a mission payload of 650 kg. The UAV has a cruise speed of 750 km/h and a maximum range of 7,000 km. According to information disclosed on Zhuhai Airshow, the UAV has a wingspan of 25 meters, 5.4 meters in height and 14.3 meters in length.[1]
The UAV appears to be a high-altitude, long-duration UAV for strategic reconnaissance, similar in size and arrangement to the U.S. RQ-4 Global Hawk.[citation needed] But unlike the Global Hawk, the Xianglong does not possess global operation capability. With the deployment of such a long-range, high-altitude strategic reconnaissance UAV or any similar type of reconnaissance aircrafts that cover wide area, more data capacity or channels will be freed up for smaller tactical reconnaissance UAVs.




E.INDIA DRDO Rustom

Rustom (English: Warrior) is a Medium Altitude Long Endurance Unmanned combat Aerial Vehicle (UCAV) being developed by DRDO for the three services, Indian Army, Indian Navy and the Indian Air Force of the Indian Armed Forces.[1] Rustom is derived from the NAL's LCRA (Light Canard Research Aircraft) developed by a team under the leadership of late Prof. Rustom B. Damania in the 1980s. The UAV will have structural changes and a new engine.[2] Rustom will replace/supplement the Heron UAVs in service with the Indian armed forces.

2.UNMANNED COMBAT HELICOPTER WITH ISRAEL

F.TURKEY Mosquito

TAI sources said Mosquito is to have an operating radius of 150 kilometers.
Mosquito was designed as both an unmanned reconnaissance aircraft and a tactical combat aircraft. It carries the advanced AselFLIR 300T electooptics suite, built by Turkish defence electronics giant Aselsan, giving it the capability to see in the infrared bandwidth and operate day and night and under adverse weather conditions. AselFLIR can also ”paint” targets with its integrated laser target designator.
Mosquito is armed with a dual Cirit missile launcher under its sleek fuselage. Cirit is a laser-guided high precision rocket originally designed to provide Turkey’s new generation T-129 attack helicopters with the ability to make surgical strikes on soft and lightly armored targets. It has an effective range of 8 kilometeres.

 

[Don Jaguar]

FUTURE GUNS
(I)ISRAEL CornerShot

IMI Tavor TAR-21

(II)US Barrett M82

M110 Semi-Automatic Sniper System

Adaptive Combat Rifle

AA-12 full automatic shotgun.

(III)Germany Heckler & Koch HK416

(IV)South Africa Milkor MG

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[Zabaniyah]

Great posts doc

Also, the M1A2 is currently in service. The future one is M1A3
http://defensetech.org/2011/01/27/name-that-mystery-tank/

 

[DelhiDareDevil]

So it seems like only, China, India, Russia, UK, France and USA who are making some of the future best weapons then?

 

[DrSomnath999]

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[Firemaster]

So it seems like only, China, India, Russia, UK, France and USA who are making some of the future best weapons then?

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