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#1
KM / Re: Het Combat Support Ship (C...
Last post by Parera - Vandaag om 15:30
Citaat van: StrataNL op Vandaag om 09:04Vind het ook een mooi gebalanceerd ontwerp. Beter dan het JSS.

Het is een echte AOR zoals deze horen te zijn. Prachtig schip verder, jammer dat het weer een single ship class lijkt te worden. Ik zie veel liever een tweetal van deze schepen en ernaast een Joint Multi Mission Ship voor de transport en heli carrier taken van het JSS. Ook in geval van een conflict verdeel je op die manier je capaciteiten over meerdere platformen.

Misschien kunnen we het huidige JSS wel verkopen aan de Duitsers of Belgen, zodat wij eerder dan gepland onze vloot en capaciteit kunnen uitbreiden en moderniseren.
#2
BAE Systems Develops XM1155-SC Artillery Ammunition Able to Double Fire Range of Standard Rounds

BAE Systems is advancing artillery technology with its development of the XM1155-SC, a next-generation artillery projectile designed to significantly enhance the U.S. Army's long-range precision fire capabilities. This cutting-edge, cannon-launched, precision-guided munition is part of the Hypervelocity Projectile (HVP) family and aims to defeat both stationary and mobile targets in contested environments. The XM1155-SC artillery munition is being developed under the U.S. Army's Extended Range Artillery Projectile (ERAP) program, with the goal of extending the range of 155mm artillery rounds to more than double the range of current precision-guided munitions, aiming beyond 110 kilometers.



In December 2022, BAE Systems, in partnership with the U.S. Army, conducted the first successful test fire of the XM1155-SC from a 155 mm XM907E2 Extended Range Cannon Artillery (ERCA) test bed. This event marked a significant achievement as the projectile impacted a fixed target at ranges beyond what previous precision-guided projectiles had accomplished. This successful test came just 14 months after BAE Systems received an initial $14.8 million prototype development award in October 2021, underscoring the rapid progress of the program.

The XM1155-SC is designed to penetrate and destroy adversary defenses through its increased range, advanced guidance, lethality, and survivability. It represents BAE Systems' commitment to developing a munition that addresses the Army's modernization goals for a long-range precision fires solution. This includes creating a highly maneuverable, low-drag projectile capable of defeating a broad set of target types in challenging operational environments.

Collaborating closely with the U.S. Army's Combat Capabilities Development Command Armaments Center, BAE Systems has demonstrated the XM1155-SC's capabilities by firing it to record distances from an M109 Paladin howitzer, showcasing its accuracy using GPS in tests conducted at Yuma Proving Ground, Arizona. The development of the XM1155-SC is a critical component of the U.S. Army's broader effort to modernize its artillery formations and enhance its capabilities in long-range precision fires, which is a key area for development in response to global strategic challenges.

The XM1155-SC artillery ammunition developed by BAE Systems for the U.S. Army heralds a transformative advance in the artillery capabilities available on the modern battlefield. This munition, designed to significantly outperform current 155mm artillery rounds in several key areas, integrates cutting-edge technologies to provide forces with a strategic advantage.

With its capability to engage targets beyond 110 kilometers, more than double the range of existing cannon-launched precision-guided munitions, the XM1155-SC extends the operational reach of artillery units. This extended range allows forces to strike strategic targets deep within enemy territory while remaining beyond the range of enemy counter-fire. Such a capability is critical for shaping the battlefield before direct engagements, disrupting enemy logistics, command and control nodes, and supporting maneuvers from a distance.

Moreover, the precision guidance of the XM1155-SC ensures that it can accurately hit both stationary and moving targets in contested environments. This level of accuracy minimizes collateral damage and allows for the selective engagement of high-value targets, even in scenarios where GPS signals may be degraded or denied. This is a significant improvement over conventional artillery munitions, which may require multiple rounds to achieve the desired effect on the target due to their reliance on area effects rather than precision.

The munition's development underlines a shift towards systems that can provide a significant advantage in terms of range, accuracy, and lethality. By integrating advanced guidance systems, propulsion technologies, and warheads capable of defeating a broad set of target types, the XM1155-SC represents a leap forward in artillery technology.

In the context of modern and future warfare, where adversaries may possess sophisticated defenses and the ability to contest or deny access to traditional support assets like airpower, the XM1155-SC offers a compelling solution. It enables ground forces to deliver precise, long-range fires in support of joint operations, enhancing the overall effectiveness of the military across a spectrum of conflict scenarios.

Furthermore, the ability of this munition to achieve greater ranges and precision, combined with enhanced lethality and survivability features, directly supports the U.S. Army's modernization priorities. These include long-range precision fires identified as a critical capability to overmatch potential adversaries and to ensure dominance in multi-domain operations.

In summary, the XM1155-SC represents a pivotal enhancement to artillery's role on the modern battlefield, offering unmatched range, precision, and lethality. These capabilities provide strategic and tactical advantages, enabling forces to engage the enemy more effectively and from greater distances, shaping the battlefield to their favor before close engagements commence.

https://www.armyrecognition.com/defense_news_march_2024_global_security_army_industry/bae_systems_develops_xm1155-sc_artillery_ammunition_able_to_double_fire_range_of_standard_rounds.html
#3
Citaat van: Huzaar1 op Vandaag om 09:44Mee eens, mooi schip. Maar DAMEN bouwt n.m.m. ook mooi ontworpen schepen. LCF is ook toonaangevend, OPV's ook heel mooi.

Ik ben dan ook heel benieuwd naar de eerste concept ontwerpen van FuAD. Ik verwacht een sierlijk gelijnd schip met 2 eilanden, maar of het dat wordt?
#4
Fincantieri Signs Contract To Deliver Two PPAs For Indonesia   :confused:  :omg:  nu weer Italiaanse schepen ! Eerst hebben ze 2 stuks fregatten gekocht van Damen, later 2 stuks Arrowhead140 type schepen en nu 2 stuks Italiaanse schepen.

Fincantieri press release

Fincantieri and the Indonesian Ministry of Defence have signed a 1.18-billion-euro contract, within the framework of collaborative relations initiated by the Italian Ministry of Defence, for the supply of two PPA Units. PPA is a highly flexible ship with an outstanding technological standard. It has the capacity to serve multiple functions, ranging from patrol with sea rescue capacity to Civil Protection operations and first line fighting vessel.

The contract was signed by Pierroberto Folgiero, CEO and Managing Director of Fincantieri, and by the Indonesian Ministry of Defence, in the presence of Dario Deste, General Manager of the Naval Vessels Division.

The ships subject to the order – originally destined for the Italian Navy – are currently under construction and fitting at the Integrated Shipyard in Riva Trigoso-Muggiano.

The interest of the Indonesian Ministry of Defence in PPA Units stems from the Maritime Campaign in the Far East of the Francesco Morosini, the second ship of the Italian Navy's PPA class, which also stopped over in Indonesia in July 2023. The transaction can catalyze additional synergies in the operational, industrial, and technological fields between the two countries. The Units will be able to support Indonesia in protecting national interests and contribute to the stability of the delicate Indo-Pacific strategic quadrant.

As part of the transaction, Fincantieri will act as the prime contractor towards the Indonesian Ministry of Defence and will specifically coordinate the other industrial partners, including Leonardo, for the customization of the ships' combat system and the provision of related logistic services. The parties will define the relevant agreements in compliance with the applicable legislation, including that relating to transactions between related parties.

The effectiveness of the contract is subject to the necessary authorizations from the competent authorities. to transactions between related parties.

"This contract is a milestone for the development of a strategic partnership between our Group and Indonesia. We view this as the first of many significant collaborative opportunities with the Indonesian Ministry of Defence, following a long-term partnership approach thanks to the structural support of our institutions, starting with the Ministry of Defence and the Italian Navy. Southeast Asia is a region of central geopolitical importance where Fincantieri aims to strengthen its presence, as defined in the Business Plan".

Pierroberto Folgiero, CEO and Managing Director of Fincantieri

https://www.navalnews.com/naval-news/2024/03/fincantieri-signs-contract-to-deliver-two-ppas-for-indonesia/
#5
KM / Re: Het Combat Support Ship (C...
Last post by Huzaar1 - Vandaag om 09:44
Citaat van: StrataNL op Vandaag om 09:04Vind het ook een mooi gebalanceerd ontwerp. Beter dan het JSS.
Mee eens, mooi schip. Maar DAMEN bouwt n.m.m. ook mooi ontworpen schepen. LCF is ook toonaangevend, OPV's ook heel mooi.
#6
KM / Re: Het Combat Support Ship (C...
Last post by StrataNL - Vandaag om 09:04
Citaat van: silvester herc op 27/03/2024 | 20:59 uurEcht een mooi Schip jammer van de vertraging heeft wel iets weg van de JSS  8)
Vind het ook een mooi gebalanceerd ontwerp. Beter dan het JSS.
#7
Midden Oosten / Re: Onrust Jemen
Last post by Sparkplug - Vandaag om 08:57
Citaat van: Parera op Vandaag om 05:02Ik gok in de helikopters  ;) 

Vermoed dat de CH-47F CAAS dan de eerste is. Hiervoor is al direct een door mount beschikbaar. Een NH90 met in de ene deur een M3 .50 en de andere deur een M134 maakt het ook een behoorlijke gunship  ;D
#8
Midden Oosten / Re: Onrust Jemen
Last post by Parera - Vandaag om 05:02
Citaat van: Sparkplug op 27/03/2024 | 22:47 uurBen benieuwd waar de M134 bij CLSK in gebruik is. Mooie aanvulling. Deel verder je mening over de FN MAG. Het enigste wat een MAG kan vervangen is een nieuwe MAG.

Ik gok in de helikopters  ;) 
#9
Midden Oosten / Re: Onrust Jemen
Last post by Huzaar1 - 27/03/2024 | 23:06 uur
Citaat van: Ace1 op 27/03/2024 | 22:49 uurChambered in 7.62 x 51mm NATO with available magazines in up to 4,000 round capacities.
1/50th of a second between each shot equals four rounds fired from the M134D in the time it takes to fire a single round from an M240.

https://dillonaero.com/da-category/guns/


The FN® M240 (also known as the FN MAG® or FN MAG® 58) family of medium machine guns (7.62x51mm NATO) has long been employed by all services of the U.S. Armed Forces.

https://fnamerica.com/products/machine-guns/fn-m240b/

Je weet niet waar je het over hebt. Praktijk is geen lijstje. Er zijn teveel factoren die je niet mee neemt of niet tegen elkaar kunt afzetten. Het is w.m.b. prima zo.
#10
Midden Oosten / Re: Onrust Jemen
Last post by Ace1 - 27/03/2024 | 22:49 uur
Citaat van: Huzaar1 op 27/03/2024 | 21:54 uurprima, helemaal hetzelfde.

Chambered in 7.62 x 51mm NATO with available magazines in up to 4,000 round capacities.
1/50th of a second between each shot equals four rounds fired from the M134D in the time it takes to fire a single round from an M240.

https://dillonaero.com/da-category/guns/


The FN® M240 (also known as the FN MAG® or FN MAG® 58) family of medium machine guns (7.62x51mm NATO) has long been employed by all services of the U.S. Armed Forces.

https://fnamerica.com/products/machine-guns/fn-m240b/