The Ekranoplan, sometimes known as the “Caspian Sea Monster,” is a unique Soviet creation that straddles the line between ship and aircraft. Developed during the Cold War, this remarkable craft symbolises the bold ambitions of Soviet engineering and showcases innovative applications in military vehicles designed for coastal defence. With its incredible size, powerful weaponry, and stealthy, low-altitude operation, the Ekranoplan remains a fascinating testament to a bygone era of military ingenuity.
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Oct
2024
2
Oct
2024
The Best UK Military Tank: Chobham Armour Explained
The UK Military has long been at the forefront of armoured vehicle innovation, with the Challenger 2 main battle tank being one of its most formidable assets. This tank, along with its American counterpart, the Abrams, represents the pinnacle of Western military engineering. Both tanks feature advanced armour plating systems that set new standards in battlefield protection and survivability. In this article, we delve into the best tank armour used by the UK Military, with a focus on the Challenger 2 and its role within UK defence.
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Mar
2024
The Infantry Squad Vehicle is Modernising Military Vehicles
The U.S. Army is on the cusp of a groundbreaking advancement with the Infantry Squad Vehicle (ISV), setting the stage for a monumental decision on full-rate production this spring. This pivotal moment comes after a series of rigorous tests and improvements aimed at rectifying issues identified in earlier phases. Designed for swift deployment to operational theatres, the ISV represents a leap forward in the realm of military vehicles. General Motors secured the contract in 2020, underlining a major push in manufacturing for defence, with a commitment to deliver 649 vehicles by FY24’s end.
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Feb
2024
Military Vehicle Advances: How the Armadillo MLRS is Revolutionising Rapid Deployment
As a specialist engineering company, we often cover interesting developments from various sectors, and among these is this new military vehicle, the impressive Armadillo Multiple Launch Rocket System (MLRS). This latest innovation in defence technology captures the attention of experts and strategists, driving forward the capabilities of armed forces worldwide. Mounted on a light 4×4 vehicle and designed for rapid deployment and formidable firepower, the Armadillo MLRS offers a versatile and efficient solution to the challenges faced on modern battlefields.
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Nov
2023
In an unprecedented move in the unmanned ground vehicle (UGV) arena, Hyundai Rotem has introduced the HR-Sherpa, a versatile autonomous vehicle, at ADEX 2023. Known for its formidable ground weapon systems like the K2 tanks, Hyundai Rotem is no stranger to innovative military technology. But with the HR-Sherpa, they’ve gone a step further, presenting an electric platform designed for a range of missions, from surveillance to logistical support.
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Sep
2023
It’s not often we bear witness to the pages of history being turned right before our eyes. The world of aviation has once again mesmerised the masses with its latest offering—an electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) “Air Taxi” from Joby. But have you ever paused to consider what this means for the future of both military and commercial air transport? What will the ramifications of this be on defence contracts and commercial ventures alike?
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Jul
2023
The British Army has ushered in a new era of armoured vehicle technology as they embark on extensive trials for the cutting-edge Boxer armoured vehicle, which sets a new standard for armoured fighting vehicles (AFVs). Designed with flexibility, robustness, and mission adaptability in mind, the Boxer can operate in diverse terrain, under various combat situations. The ability to transport troops, serve as a command vehicle, an ambulance, or even a cargo carrier underlines its multipurpose potential.
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Oct
2022
General Dynamics Land Systems (GDLS) unveiled its impressive AbramsX battle tank technology demonstrator at the AUSA 2022. According to former military officials, it is the most significant upgrade of American military tank technology since the early days of the Cold War. While the AbramsX battle tank refers to the Abrams tank family, it’s more of a concept of the future generation of the main battle tank to nullify new threats the modern battlefield brings.
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Dec
2021
With another pandemic-laden year drawing to a close, we take a look at some of the best engineering blogs of 2021. As a leading provider of precision engineering services, we strive to bring you the latest news and updates from around the world. Our goal is to keep you up to date with all things engineering, manufacturing and new technologies.
For those of you who already know PRV Engineering, we publish new content every week across various sectors, from defence and aerospace to construction, rail, automotive and renewable energy among many others. With Christmas already behind us and the New Year celebrations just around the corner, here’s a look at some of the top stories from our blog this year.
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Sep
2021
Amphibious Unmanned Military Vehicles To The Rescue
Armed forces from around the world have been using unmanned military vehicles and systems for quite some time. Fact is, you can trace most of them back to the First World War, but with the incredible advancements in technology, the part they play on future battlefields will only get bigger.
Of all the impressive unmanned military vehicles, few are as versatile as the new Rex MK II, the brainchild of Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI). This new addition forms part of IAI’s family of unmanned ground systems and will provide support for ground forces while minimising the loss of life.
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