The small arms market: an uncertain future

Article Abstract:

The small arms market, including the relevant ammunition, is currently in a commercial stalemate. One of the contributing factors is the entry of the former Warsaw Pact countries such as Russia, Ukraine, the Czech Republic and Poland, into the global market. These countries have introduced highly competitive products and thrive on their advantages of cost/quality ration and large stocks of surplus weapons. The markets for assault rifles and squad weapons, siderarms and sub-machine guns, and sniping weapons are presented.

Market information - general, Small Arms Manufacturing, Small Arms, Firearms

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Deployment issues for BC agent detection systems

Article Abstract:

The continued threat posed by chemical warfare agents, especially in the military operations, is prompting an effective deployment of agent detectors. But there are various factors that must be considered in adopting detection systems, including the types of detection systems available for deployment, the performance specifications of those detection systems, and the availability of specialist personnel.

Product information, All Other Basic Organic Chemical Manufacturing, Biological Warfare Materials, Biological weapons

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Body armor--Technological issues

Article Abstract:

A general review of the key technologies associated with the design and manufacture of body armor is presented. The Interceptor Body Amour (IBA) is the most up-to-date standard-issue body armor available to the US personnel and has a number of features that allow commanders to tailor soldier protection to meet mission threat conditions.

Innovations, Technological innovations, Body armor

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