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HMMWV reconnaissance platforms: Not optimized but opportune for role

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Several models of the High-Mobility Multipurpose Wheeled Vehicle (HMMWV) are being modernized and upgraded to facilitate the reconnaissance mission. The US Army uses the HMMWV as an extempore mount for reconnaissance sensor systems such as the Raytheon LRAS3 or the less sophisticated Vehicle Mounted Advanced Surveillance (VMAS) system.

Publisher: Jane's Information Group
Publication Name: Jane's International Defense Review
Subject: Military and naval science
ISSN: 0020-6512
Year: 2003
Technology application, Armored military vehicles, Armored vehicles, Military, Armoured military vehicles

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Armor, TPI have light touch for HMMWV

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The article discusses about the Armor Holding's all-composite light-weight high-mobility multipurpose wheeled vehicle (HMMWV) to provide protection from roadside mines and improvised explosive devices (IEDs).

Author: White, Andrew
Publisher: Jane's Information Group
Publication Name: Jane's International Defense Review
Subject: Military and naval science
ISSN: 0020-6512
Year: 2007
Product introduction, New Products/Services, Surgical appliances and supplies, Safety equipment and supplies industry, Safety equipment industry, Military vehicles, Vehicles, Military, Armor Holdings Inc., AH, Improvised explosive devices

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Attack helicopters adapt their role for the asymmetric battlefield

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The versatility and capabilities of the helicopter in the present asymmetric warfare scenario are put forth.

Author: Pengelley, Rupert
Publisher: Jane's Information Group
Publication Name: Jane's International Defense Review
Subject: Military and naval science
ISSN: 0020-6512
Year: 2007
Aircraft, Aircraft Manufacturing, Military Helicopters, Usage

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Subjects list: United States, Equipment and supplies, United States. Army
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