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By Cal Biesecker

Tuesday, December 16th, 2014

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Navy Seeks X-Ray Screening Systems for Evaluation The Naval Surface Warfare Center is seeking commercial sources of X-Ray imaging system to screen wheeled vehicles and cargo containers for inclusion in a comparative evaluation. The systems must be capable of screening for improvised explosive devices, IED components, and other threat items. Operational testing will be completed in a field environment. A final report of findings from the test and evaluation will be published and will provide comparisons and recommendations as to…

Congress

SASC Cites Concern With Army’s sUAS Approach, Seeks Info On Plans To Scale Fielding

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Army

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Senate Authorization Bill Restricts Building Navy Warships Overseas With Limited Exception For Auxiliaries

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