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  1. The Army’s Iconic Helicopter, The Black Hawk, Is Going Pilotless!

    Apr
    30
    2014
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    As part of the Army’s effort to reduce costs, the five-ton Black Hawk helicopter is about to carry out autonomous flights for expeditionary and resupply operations. Chris Van Buiten, Sikorsky’s vice president of Technology and Innovation recently said, “Imagine a vehicle that can double the productivity of the Black Hawk in Iraq and Afghanistan by flying […]

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  4. This Brand New Magnesium Alloy PC From Dell Is Built For The Battlefield!

    Apr
    07
    2014
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    Dell recently announced its Rugged Extreme Collection, which features super tough notebook and tablets. The Dell Latitude 14 Rugged Extreme is made up of impact resistant ultra-polymers and sturdy magnesium alloy, making it the perfect for the military. The machine utilizes “Direct-view” technology for outdoor readability as well as “Instant Stealth” mode for working privately. […]

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  5. 3D Printed Guns Made of Inconel 625 Being Released To The Public

    Jan
    10
    2014
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    A few months ago, firearms manufacturer Solid Concepts announced it had produced the world’s first 3D printed metal gun. Now, the cutting-edge firearms company is ready to put one hundred of their M1911 handguns on the market. For $11,900 you can own one of the 3D printed 1911s’, made of Inconel 625 (a nickel-chromium alloy) […]

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  6. Has The War on Drones Gone Too Far?

    Dec
    11
    2013
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    As drones become more and more common place, both on the battlefield and in peaceful skies. People all over the world are taking a stand on how governments should and could implement their usage.  In the small town of Deer Trail, Colorado they are even taking up arms against the would-be spy drones! With local […]

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  7. In Honor of Veterans Day

    Nov
    11
    2013
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    In observance of Veterans Day, Tech Steel and Materials would like to thank all members of our armed forces, and their families, both past and present, for their sacrifice to our great nation.

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  8. US Navy Launches Largest Destroyer Ever!

    Nov
    05
    2013
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    Due to the government shutdown last month, the United States largest Naval Destroyer ever built the USS Zumwalt, was launched without fanfare last week. With its angular features and its carbon fiber superstructure the USS Zumwalt is the first in a new line of destroyer models. The USS Zumwalt (named after late Admiral Elmo “Bud” […]

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  9. Aircraft Carrier Sells for a Penny!!!!

    Oct
    28
    2013
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    Just recently the USS Forrestal sold for one cent in a bid for it to be scrapped. Yes I said 1 cent! If you do the math and figure out the scrap value of this ship, this sale shows the issues facing the economy of this country. The country wide average return for scrap metal […]

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  10. Three Green-Powered Airplanes Make H-11 Tool Steel Soar

    Oct
    17
    2013
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    H-11 (AMS 6487) tool steel has many applications in the aerospace industry. Its toughness and abrasion resistance, coupled with its ability to withstand temperatures up to 1,000 F, make it great for parts like landing gear, cargo-support lugs, elevon hinges and catapult hooks. The aerospace industry is making some remarkable strides in green technology. This […]

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  11. Alloy Steel helps create the world’s fastest tracked recon vehicle.

    Sep
    18
    2013
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    Howe & Howe Technologies in Maine produce some of the world’s most extreme vehicles devised by man.  Their now famous product is the Ripsaw.  This revolutionary tracked vehicle utilizes Alloy Steel Tubing in its hull, providing structural strength and reliability. There are 2 variants of the Ripsaw, the MS1 (UGV) unmanned ground vehicle and the […]

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  12. The Evolution of the Howitzer Leads to Forgings.

    Sep
    04
    2013
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    How do you take one of the worlds most advanced howitzers and make it more maneuverable, more durable and more cost effective? The answer lies within the M777 A2 from BAE Systems. Its predecessors, comprised mostly from steel, although powerful, was slow moving across the battlefield. To keep pace with the United States armed forces, […]

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  13. So Small it Fits in the Palm of Your Hand

    Aug
    20
    2013
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    The world’s smallest drone is already in use in Afghanistan and many people wouldn’t be able to see if they knew that they were looking at. The drone is so small it could fit in the palm of your hand. The Black Hornet Nano Unmanned Aircraft System from Prox Dynamics, measures just 4 inches long, […]

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  14. Man vs. Submarine

    Aug
    14
    2013
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    Did you know all it takes to destroy an American nuclear submarine is a disenfranchised worker and a box of rags?  Well that’s what happened to the USS Miami on May 23rd, when Casey James Fury decided he didn’t want to be at work that day. Using a box of rags Fury set fire to, […]

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  15. Chinese Drone Warfare a real possibility.

    May
    27
    2013
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    China’s security forces planned on using new drone technology to kill or capture a Mekong River drug lord.  This has never been done before in China. The Chinese government planned on calling in a drone strike on his remote hideaway. Although the attack didn’t happen, the plan called attention to the nation’s use of drones. […]

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  16. Navy launches new unmanned and manned helicopters.

    May
    20
    2013
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    The US Navy is using a new type of unmanned helicopter in conjunction with a manned MH-60R squadron. This new group called the “Magicians” consisting of 8 manned helicopters and 10 new Northrop Grumman MQ-8 Fire Scout drones. The MQ-8’s role in this group is multipurpose. The scout will be primarily used for surveillance, having […]

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  17. Domestic Manufacturers to Gain on Building Pacific Cold War

    May
    15
    2013
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    As tensions continue to build between China and Japan over the sovereignty of the Senaku (as known in Japan) or Diaoyu (as known in China) islands, US manufacturers are poised to make the most impact from any long term conflict. Rumi Aoyama, a professor at Waseda University in Tokyo, was quoted by Bloomberg as saying […]

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