Reach for the strategic blue-sky possibility
R&D that’s relevant now is important, but so is the basic work that may lead to breakthrough capabilities down the track
Special Reports
Simulating with AI and digital twins for a secure and resilient future
Traditional methods of simulating and comprehending complex systems are often insufficient in the connection between human population behaviours and physical infrastructure.
Clever thinking goes a long way when the military is aiming to pack a punch
Australia needs ‘clever’ defence systems and equipment to protect the nation’s interests across a huge landmass and expanse of ocean, says Chief Defence Scientist Tanya Monro.
Advancing Australia’s defence capabilities
Our security environment is becoming more volatile and the need for collaboration between universities, industry and government is stronger than ever.
Sky not the limit for SA defence capabilities
A delegation of more than 60 South Australian-based defence companies will converge on Avalon to demonstrate cutting-edge innovation and research technologies.
Sky not the limit for SA defence capabilities
A delegation of more than 60 South Australian-based defence companies will converge on Avalon to demonstrate cutting-edge innovation and research technologies.
Interoperability key to security of region
Without a high level of interoperability, well-aligned coalitions can face significant hurdles. Australia is committed to strengthening our forces with allies across multiple fronts.
Australia’s key role in developing uncrewed combat jets
During the course of last year, a new term entered the defence lexicon – the Collaborative Combat Aircraft, or CCA. It’s a disruptive technology, it’s new and it’s something that is being introduced into the battlespace.
AUKUS and inflation sucking the life out of Defence
Understanding the financial impact of buying nuclear-powered submarines on other Australian Defence Force capabilities is not easy to calculate – a situation made worse by the obscure nature of Defence accounting.
Industry must be partner to ADF, not just a supplier
The ADF is moving to a focused force that can deny potential adversaries. This shift requires an agile and accomplished defence industry that can deliver hardware, infrastructure and operational support at scale and with speed.
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