Modelling of internal ballistics of gun systems: A review
November 2024
A deep understanding of the internal ballistic process and the factors affecting it is of primary importance to efficiently design a gun system and ensure its safe management. One of the main goals...
Command-agent: Reconstructing warfare simulation and command decision-making using large language models
February 2026
War rehearsals have become increasingly important in national security due to the growing complexity of international affairs. However, traditional rehearsal methods, such as military chess simulations,...
Performance analysis and design of loitering munitions: A comprehensive technical survey of recent developments
March 2022
Loitering munitions are increasingly used in armed conflicts. An extensive database of loitering munitions is developed based on information available in the public domain. This database includes dimensions,...
Current status and prospects of guidance techniques for intercepting hypersonic glide vehicles: A review
April 2026
Hypersonic vehicles present formidable challenges to existing air and missile defence systems due to their extreme velocity, extended-range strike capability, and exceptional maneuverability, driving...
A review on lightweight materials for defence applications: Present and future developments
June 2023
The defence sector is now at an advanced level, catering to the global scenario, and countries also invest heavily in research and development. Countries around the world have spent a lot of money on...
Thermobaric and enhanced blast explosives (TBX and EBX)
December 2016
In this review, excerpts from the literature of thermobaric (TBX) and enhanced blast explosives (EBX) that are concentrated on studies that include their compositions, properties, reactive metal components,...
A review of extreme condition effects on solder joint reliability: Understanding failure mechanisms
November 2024
Solder joint, crucial component in electronic systems, face significant challenges when exposed to extreme conditions during applications. The solder joint reliability involving microstructure and mechanical...
Advanced composite wing design for next-generation military UAVs: A progressive numerical optimization framework
June 2025
The design of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) revolves around the careful selection of materials that are both lightweight and robust. Carbon fiber-reinforced polymer (CFRP) emerged as an ideal option...
Biomass-derived anisotropic silicon carbide aerogels with orientation-dependent electromagnetic absorption and high-temperature insulation performance
July 2026
Silicon carbide (SiC) aerogel is a lightweight porous material, which has significant potential in electromagnetic protection due to its high porosity, excellent high-temperature resistance, and superior...
Cold metal transfer (CMT) technology - An overview
February 2018
Cold Metal Transfer technology has revolutionized the welding of dissimilar metals and thicker materials by producing improved weld bead aesthetics with controlled metal deposition and low heat-input....
Attitude control of multirotor with image-aided terminal guidance for precision target strike
May 2026
Precise long-range strikes using multirotors equipped with rigidly fixed Explosively Formed Penetrator (EFP) encounter multiple challenges, including platform disturbances, inherent EFP dispersion characteristics,...
Survey and technological analysis of laser and its defense applications
April 2021
The laser technology has made remarkable progress over the past couple of decades. It is being widely employed in diverse domains, such as holography, space sciences, spectroscopy, medical sciences,...
Enhancing polyvinyl alcohol (PVA) nanocomposites: Key properties, applications and challenges in advanced engineering
January 2026
This review highlights the performance enhancement of polyvinyl alcohol (PVA) composites through the incorporation of nanofillers, focusing on mechanical, thermal, electrical and piezoelectric improvements....
Research and development on explosively driven cylindrical shells: An overview
July 2026
The fracture behavior and mechanisms of metal cylindrical shells subjected to internal explosive loading have always been key issues in weapon development and structural protection. This review examines...
A review on the high energy oxidizer ammonium dinitramide: Its synthesis, thermal decomposition, hygroscopicity, and application in energetic materials
January 2023
Ammonium dinitramide (ADN) is considered as a potential substitute for ammonium perchlorate in energetic materials due to its high density, positive oxygen balance, and halogen-free characteristics....
Study on the rationality of applying traditional inerting methods to nano-aluminum powder in additive manufacturing processes
June 2026
Compared to the traditional metal processing industry, additive manufacturing (3D printing), due to its unique process, generates metallic dust by-products characterized by high yield, high metal purity,...
A review on machinability of carbon fiber reinforced polymer (CFRP) and glass fiber reinforced polymer (GFRP) composite materials
August 2018
Fiber reinforced polymer (FRP) composite materials are heterogeneous and anisotropic materials that do not exhibit plastic deformation. They have been used in a wide range of contemporary applications...
Plasma stealth: Toward next-generation low observability
September 2026
Stealth technology is pivotal for military survivability, employing a series of techniques to significantly minimize an asset from being detected by hostile radar. Rather than actual invisibility, contemporary...
A survey of data-centric technologies supporting decision-making before deploying military assets
December 2024
In a time characterized by the availability of vast amounts of data, the effective utilization of information is critical for timely decision-making in military operations. However, processing large...
Temporal flow-based dynamic graph neural network with robustness interpretation for DoS/DDoS IoT intrusion detection
Available online 26 June 2026
With the increasing use of Internet of Things (IoT) devices, volumetric network intrusions have expanded significantly. Various detection systems for network intrusions face complications in distinguishing...
Composite armor philosophy (CAP): Holistic design methodology of multi-layered composite protection systems for armored vehicles
November 2024
A philosophy for the design of novel, lightweight, multi-layered armor, referred to as Composite Armor Philosophy (CAP), which can adapt to the passive protection of light-, medium-, and heavy-armored...
Bust-induced air gap influence on unisex body armor protection: Ballistic testing outcomes on a novel female clay manikin
Available online 22 May 2026
This study investigates the effect of air gaps between 10-layer Kevlar® soft body armor and the female torso on armor performance using an anatomically accurate manikin constructed of Roma Plastilina...
Trajectory prediction algorithm of ballistic missile driven by data and knowledge
June 2025
Recently, high-precision trajectory prediction of ballistic missiles in the boost phase has become a research hotspot. This paper proposes a trajectory prediction algorithm driven by data and knowledge...
A systematic review on advanced surface coating technologies for high-pressure piston pumps
May 2026
Piston pumps are extensively employed in the industrial and aerospace sectors, particularly in applications that demand high-pressure operation and precise flow regulation. However, the inherent structural...
Review of bumper materials for spacecraft shield against orbital debris hypervelocity impact
March 2025
It is widely known that the hypervelocity impact of orbital debris can cause serious damage to spacecraft, and enhancing the impact resistance is the great concern of spacecraft shield design. This...