http://www.rusi.org/ web@rusi.org en-us Copyright 2013 http://www.rusi.org/publications/journal/ref:A517E5BC42E13D/ When news of Stuxnet first emerged, commentators highlighted its apparent effectiveness in stalling Iran’s nuclear programme. However, evidence suggests that this claim is easily refuted (Free Access) 2013-04-29 12:38:45 http://www.rusi.org/publications/journal/ref:A517E5A76177AB/ Proxy warfare is a phenomenon usually associated with the Cold War, yet a redefinition of the concept is needed to reflect the nature of conflict in the twenty-first century (Free Access) 2013-04-29 12:33:13 http://www.rusi.org/publications/journal/ref:V517954D91BFED/ Elizabeth Quintana, Senior Research Fellow, RUSI, assesses calls made by human rights groups to ban the use of autonomous weapons systems. 2013-04-25 17:08:36 http://www.rusi.org/news/ref:N51514EAF30882/ British public divided on whether drones make the West more or less safe, but small majority support targeted killing of known terrorists unless civilian casualties involved 2013-03-26 07:34:35 http://www.rusi.org/analysis/commentary/ref:C51508EA96BFC8/ The Obama Administration has announced a shift in emphasis for missile defence capabilities away from Europe to the US mainland. While this could help allay Russian concerns about the NATO system, Moscow's leaders may require more confidence-building measures. 2013-03-25 17:56:15 http://www.rusi.org/analysis/commentary/ref:C513F1BC1A133D/ The continuing development of North Korea's nuclear and missile capabilities is testing the readiness and long-term planning of South Korea's missile defences. The plans will undoubtedly be overshadowed by Chinese concerns. 2013-03-12 12:13:17 http://www.rusi.org/publications/journal/ref:A5130A9B64AF43/ The advent of many-to-many communication has made controlling strategic communication, and predicting its effects, much more difficult for governments and armed forces 2013-03-01 13:14:32 http://www.rusi.org/publications/defencesystems/ref:A5107E5D56F621/ The Global Hawk-based unmanned system is to provide persistent intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance (ISR) to the NATO Alliance. Simon Michell reports 2013-01-29 15:08:44 http://www.rusi.org/publications/defencesystems/ref:A5107E07EE41AA/ Cheap, fast and effective systems for introducing temporary interoperability between different communications networks are proving valuable across a number of sectors, including the military and security forces. Mark Cartwright, Technical Sales Manager at GRC, highlights how the Incident Commanders’ Radio Interface (ICRI) can help to bring order out of chaos 2013-01-29 14:46:27 http://www.rusi.org/publications/defencesystems/ref:A5107D56B883DD/ John Louth explores the reasons for the EADS-BAE corporate courtship and its eventual failure, and attempts to understand where the inability to merge leaves the businesses themselves and the concept of a European defence entity 2013-01-29 14:01:23 http://www.rusi.org/publications/journal/ref:A50C76BEC66926/ A national-security cloud on the horizon? The UK government should take the lead in setting cyber-security standards both within and beyond the UK's borders 2012-12-11 17:22:54 http://www.rusi.org/analysis/commentary/ref:C50AF6FF92537D/ The latest crisis between Israel and Palestine highlighted the utility of the Israel Defence Force’s Iron Dome system. It emphasises once again the importance of missile defence and has gained the attention of the United States. Still deemed as a key US priority, it sees cooperation with Israel as integral to developing future capabilities. 2012-11-23 12:49:02 http://www.rusi.org/publications/defencesystems/ref:A5058AC29DDB32/ Nick Cook of Dynamixx explains why the aerospace, defence and security sector is suited to the energy and infrastructure markets that have developed due to climate change 2012-09-18 18:15:35 http://www.rusi.org/publications/defencesystems/ref:A5058ABC3A767E/ Edward Lundquist reports on efforts to encourage young people today to participate in science, technology, engineering and mathematics programmes 2012-09-18 18:13:51 http://www.rusi.org/publications/defencesystems/ref:A5058AB66D33DD/ Ilias Chantzos of Symantec Corporation assesses the extent of the cyber-threat and the difficulties that cyber-attacks present in terms of proportionate, legitimate response 2012-09-18 18:12:24 http://www.rusi.org/publications/defencesystems/ref:A5058AB40D61D8/ Chris Aaron explains how major defence contractors have developed their capabilities to take advantage of the increasing demand for cyber-security services 2012-09-18 18:11:39 http://www.rusi.org/publications/defencesystems/ref:A5058A9A65ADD5/ As the UK’s adversaries increasingly shelter their high-value military and industrial assets underground, Adam Smith considers the need for developing more effective missiles 2012-09-18 18:04:56 http://www.rusi.org/publications/defencesystems/ref:A5058A51F36E0E/ Kinetic weaponry will remain a key component of land, sea and air arsenals for the foreseeable future, but will struggle to attract R&D investment. Dr Jeffrey Bradford explains why 2012-09-18 17:45:40 http://www.rusi.org/publications/newsbrief/ref:A50461E89AD705/ The discovery of the long-sought Higgs boson at CERN gives cause to reflect on the huge ramifications of pioneering science in terms of driving modern-day defence capability 2012-09-04 16:30:22 http://www.rusi.org/publications/newsbrief/ref:A50461E2F3169A/ How legitimate are the proliferation concerns surrounding the potential licensing of laser-enrichment technology for commercial use later this month? 2012-09-04 16:28:48 http://www.rusi.org/analysis/commentary/ref:C5044947B3D809/ The IAEA's latest report shows that Iran has greatly upgraded its uranium enrichment capacity. Some argue that Iran is poised to enter a "zone of immunity". But what does this mean, and is it a useful concept? 2012-09-03 12:32:31 http://www.rusi.org/analysis/commentary/ref:V5035F4A2C3DC7/ Professor Trevor Taylor, head of RUSI's Defence, Industries and Societies Programme gives an analysts' perspective of the Farnborough International Airshow and the technology show cased there. 2012-07-24 00:00:00 http://www.rusi.org/analysis/commentary/ref:C4FD90660F2BE1/ Proposals by the government to allow law enforcement officers greater access to communications data will draw understandable criticism from privacy campaigners. However the draft Bill ensures a tighter scrutiny and oversight of such powers while providing an essential tool for police and counter-terrorism agencies. 2012-06-13 22:36:01 http://www.rusi.org/analysis/commentary/ref:C4FACE1DB6AC6E/ The UK Government's decision to opt for the F-35 B, vertical landing Joint Strike Fighter means that aircraft carriers will not be fitted with 'cats-and-traps' and will lose the strategic flexibility originally envisaged. To some degree, that loss can be offset by bringing two aircraft carriers into service. 2012-05-11 11:07:30 http://www.rusi.org/analysis/commentary/ref:C4F9574AEBED0D/ Elizabeth Pearson speaks to Thomas Rid, a Reader in War Studies at King's College, London, and he and colleague Peter McBurney who recently wrote about cyberweapons for the RUSI Journal, setting out some pioneering new ideas about their use. 2012-04-23 16:29:22 http://www.rusi.org/analysis/commentary/ref:C4F9574AEBED0D/ Elizabeth Pearson speaks to Thomas Rid, a Reader in War Studies at King's College, London, and he and colleague Peter McBurney who recently wrote about cyberweapons for the RUSI Journal, setting out some pioneering new ideas about their use. 2012-04-23 16:29:22 http://www.rusi.org/publications/journal/ref:A4F8C36FF74452/ What are the international legal provisions for responding to cyber-attack? 2012-04-16 16:13:22 http://www.rusi.org/publications/defencesystems/ref:A4F7450F1C11D8/ A review of last November’s RUSI event, which brought together leaders in cyber-crime prevention 2012-03-29 13:09:29 http://www.rusi.org/publications/defencesystems/ref:A4F745038DBAD4/ Robert Hewson reveals some of the results of the vast resources dedicated to military electronics in China 2012-03-29 13:06:19 http://www.rusi.org/publications/defencesystems/ref:A4F744E7AABA71/ RUSI’s Elizabeth Quintana examines the development of cyber-capabilities within the Royal Air Force and looks at some of the high-tech threats that the service may face 2012-03-29 12:58:52 http://www.rusi.org/publications/defencesystems/ref:A4F744D501CEA6/ Giles Ebbutt explores the history of the Bowman tactical C4I system, its positive impact on British military capability and the root causes for some of the criticism that it has received 2012-03-29 12:55:09 http://www.rusi.org/publications/defencesystems/ref:A4F744C9EBAA38/ Amyas Godfrey and Paul Wathen review the Thales Talisman counter-improvised explosive device suite of systems 2012-03-29 12:50:56 http://www.rusi.org/publications/newsbrief/ref:A4F71DB8A9FFA0/ Unmanned technology is going to assume an increasingly central role in the delivery of air power, and the UK is also well placed to develop a strong unmanned aerial systems sector 2012-03-27 16:23:57 http://www.rusi.org/publications/journal/ref:A4F43D5ED55AEA/ International consensus defining a framework of legitimate behaviour in cyberspace is urgently needed 2012-02-21 17:38:13 http://www.rusi.org/publications/journal/ref:A4F43D3E174ADF/ While ready-made cyber 'weapons' may cause visible embarrassment and incovenience, truly destructive attacks will require bespoke and highly complex packages (Free access) 2012-02-21 17:27:03 http://www.rusi.org/analysis/commentary/ref:C4F1437ECDEF28/ India is setting its sights on a new medium range combat aircraft from Europe. The competition to sell new aircraft to India is part of an increased engagement by European defence manufacturers in Asia, set against the backdrop of an economic downturn and shifting regional geopolitics. 2012-01-16 15:02:22 http://www.rusi.org/analysis/commentary/ref:C4F0ABF3635036/ President Obama's new defence strategy with its reorientation towards the Pacific is good news for airpower and the US Air Force. Despite proposed budget cuts, there will be a continued reliance on strategic air assets. 2012-01-09 10:23:12 http://www.rusi.org/publications/journal/ref:A4EE21C5A40417/ Would remotely piloted capabilities offer a solution to the pressures placed on the UK defence budget by austerity and inflation? 2011-12-09 14:34:17 http://www.rusi.org/publications/journal/ref:A4EE21B60121AC/ A new legal and policy framework, consistent with international humanitarian law, must be defined for operations in cyberspace 2011-12-09 14:30:05 http://www.rusi.org/publications/defencesystems/ref:A4ED3C65D5C7FF/ The MoD has engaged with the renewable energy industry over the supply of energy to the front line 2011-11-28 17:35:43 http://www.rusi.org/publications/defencesystems/ref:A4ED3C5CD22BE8/ The latest concepts in the development of future seabases and sea-to-shore connectors 2011-11-28 17:33:04 http://www.rusi.org/publications/defencesystems/ref:A4ED3C41666F72/ A look at the very latest electronic camouflage, BAE's Adaptiv stealth system 2011-11-28 17:25:59 http://www.rusi.org/publications/defencesystems/ref:A4ED3C2A744271/ A discussion of initiatives to reduce the energy used in expeditionary military exercises 2011-11-28 17:19:37 http://www.rusi.org/publications/defencesystems/ref:A4ED3B81C43ED4/ An update on development of the Airbus A400M, intended to plug the hole in NATO's tactical/strategic airborne transport capability 2011-11-28 16:43:21 http://www.rusi.org/publications/newsbrief/ref:A4ECD1A9311C53/ A new dynamic has appeared in the space between hard power and traditional forms of soft power: cyber power. Yet in a globalised world using unregulated networks no one can ensure cyber security. 2011-11-23 16:09:16 http://www.rusi.org/analysis/commentary/ref:C4E7C527C416AA/ The Fukushima disaster earlier this year has raised many doubts about the feasibility of future nuclear energy programmes. This debate has been given greater prominence in Southeast Asia as developing states contend with the prospects of future energy shortages. 2011-09-22 10:00:00 http://www.rusi.org/analysis/commentary/ref:C4E675DFEACB4C/ Wikileaks' recent foray back into the headlines has exposed an organisation that is driven more by a dangerous determination to monopolise the public debate, rather than a genuine interest to inform it. 2011-09-07 13:07:52 http://www.rusi.org/analysis/commentary/ref:C4E5F66F731EAB/ A new eavesdropping attack on Iranian GMail users suggests that the Islamic Republic is stepping up its digital offensive against dissidents. But Iran is not unique - it is just ahead of the curve. There is no simple response for Western governments. 2011-09-01 12:10:16 http://www.rusi.org/publications/defencesystems/ref:A4E45245E752CD/ Nevin Carr explains why international partnerships bring the knowledge and expertise that ensure technological surprises are avoided 2011-08-12 14:02:43 http://www.rusi.org/publications/defencesystems/ref:A4E452430AC139/ Edward Lundquist reveals how finding different fuel sources for the future and increasing fuel efficiency will enhance the combat capability of the service. 2011-08-12 14:02:02 http://www.rusi.org/publications/defencesystems/ref:A4E4523B5F3E49/ George V Galdorisi looks at how NATO’s Ballistic Missile Defence efforts can be used to support expeditionary warfare campaigns. 2011-08-12 14:00:09 http://www.rusi.org/publications/defencesystems/ref:A4E452351529D6/ Avnish Patel highlights the end of the long-running saga to supply the US Air Force with a replacement for its fleet of venerable air-to-air refuelling aircraft. 2011-08-12 13:58:09 http://www.rusi.org/publications/defencesystems/ref:A4E4522844BD14/ Robert Hewson, editor of Jane’s Air-Launched Weapons, suggests that European missiles such as Storm Shadow and Brimstone have proved to be effective in Libya, but that stocks may have been too low 2011-08-12 13:54:49 http://www.rusi.org/publications/defencesystems/ref:A4E4522691F323/ Ian Frain assesses the state of the shipborne helicopter market and highlights the rationale that lies behind some of the most high-profile programmes 2011-08-12 13:54:13 http://www.rusi.org/publications/defencesystems/ref:A4E4522284288D/ Bjoern Rupp sounds a warning of the risks that communication breakdown can entail for civilians who are engaged on overseas operations. 2011-08-12 13:53:30 http://www.rusi.org/publications/defencesystems/ref:A4E452206A06D8/ As the British Army’s existing CVR(T)s reach the end of their useful life, Steve Rowbotham assesses the utility of the British Army’s next reconnaissance vehicle. 2011-08-12 13:52:48 http://www.rusi.org/publications/defencesystems/ref:A4E452047ED601/ RUSI’s Acquisition Forum makes a robust plea for careful government defence acquisition policy reform and warns of the dangers of any ill-conceived changes. 2011-08-12 13:45:36 http://www.rusi.org/publications/defencesystems/ref:A4E451F565858B/ Toivo Niemi highlights some of the recent experience that the Swedish armed forces have had with Urgent Operational Requirements and reveals some of the consequences. 2011-08-12 13:41:30 http://www.rusi.org/publications/defencesystems/ref:A4E451F00C11AA/ Michael Codner outlines how important front-line/industry relationships could be reinforced, and single service rivalries prevented from skewing equipment decisions. 2011-08-12 13:39:45 http://www.rusi.org/analysis/commentary/ref:C4E3ABBDDDF465/ Like the internet, the space domain underpins many essential services to everyday life and is an critical part of the international infrastructure. Its security is threatened by uncoordinated space activity by countries in competition with each other. 2011-08-04 16:37:00 http://www.rusi.org/publications/newsbrief/ref:A4E3172FCA859C/ As Western missile defence systems become more effective, could independently powered, manoeuvrable nuclear warheads be the answer to Russia's prayers? 2011-07-28 15:39:23 http://www.rusi.org/publications/newsbrief/ref:A4E316E8B435EC/ New liquid-fuel missiles overcome Russian supply problems, but pose serious challenges, too 2011-07-28 15:14:04 http://www.rusi.org/analysis/commentary/ref:C4E205B813140D/ The government's latest counter-terrorism strategy once again places an importance on the interoperability of the police and other agencies to respond to emergencies such as terrorist attacks. Yet, without placing a proper framework, and with constrained finances, it will be difficulty to see how interoperability will be achieved. 2011-07-15 16:25:15 http://www.rusi.org/publications/journal/ref:A4DE78BF568E4D/ A series of annotated Journal excerpts highlight some of the technological milestones that have featured in its pages 2011-06-02 14:11:30 http://www.rusi.org/publications/journal/ref:A4DE7894DD85E4/ Directed energy may now be reaching a new phase of maturity 2011-06-02 14:00:01 http://www.rusi.org/analysis/commentary/ref:C4DAEB5DD10A7F/ Unmanned Aerial Vehicles have prompted widespread criticism, despite having proven their value in a variety of contexts. In many cases, their use may be the most logical - and safest - option. 2011-04-20 11:35:45 http://www.rusi.org/analysis/commentary/ref:C4DA579B000312/ The constantly evolving nature of the cyber-threat means that only a similarly dynamic approach will help improve security. Combining the innovation and dynamism of private companies with the authority and resources of government would be a step in the right direction. 2011-04-13 11:42:01 http://www.rusi.org/publications/journal/ref:A4D9EEBE69E982/ Though there are risks in cyberspace, it is not yet an active battleground; conflict prevention and restraint measures may still work 2011-04-08 12:05:14 http://www.rusi.org/publications/defencesystems/ref:A4D8A2259B0D91/ Robert Hewson talks to Air Chief Marshal Sir Stephen Dalton, Chief of the Air Staff, about cyber-defence 2011-03-23 16:39:58 http://www.rusi.org/publications/defencesystems/ref:A4D8A2211A6C0B/ David Hayes and Dr Stuart Dowling examine the potential of the electromagnetic pulse to provide the breakthrough in countering the insurgents’ main weapon 2011-03-23 16:38:47 http://www.rusi.org/publications/defencesystems/ref:A4D8A21D6E66D6/ Steve Wadey reports on the Materials and Components for Missiles – Innovation and Technology Partnership 2011-03-23 16:37:46 http://www.rusi.org/publications/defencesystems/ref:A4D8A218AB7AD7/ Robert F Brammer, vice president and CTO of Northrop Grumman Information Systems, outlines the capabilities of the UK’s new Federated Cyber Range 2011-03-23 16:36:30 http://www.rusi.org/publications/defencesystems/ref:A4D8A21528BADA/ Michael Codner reveals how the monitoring of Panama’s busy coastal waters is set for a major enhancement 2011-03-23 16:35:40 http://www.rusi.org/publications/defencesystems/ref:A4D8A20284CEBF/ Elizabeth Quintana argues that space is as important as the cyber domain, both to the UK economy and national resilience 2011-03-23 16:30:34 http://www.rusi.org/publications/defencesystems/ref:A4D8A1FEB29106/ Mark Phillips reviews the impact that the RAPTOR sensor pod is making in Afghanistan, and how it should be factored into future UK Combat-ISTAR capability 2011-03-23 16:29:32 http://www.rusi.org/publications/defencesystems/ref:A4D8A1FACCF8CA/ RUSI research analyst Avnish Patel reviews Northrop Grumman’s Block 40 Global Hawk tests 2011-03-23 16:28:31 http://www.rusi.org/publications/defencesystems/ref:A4D8A1F52E8654/ Colonel Gil Maoz, the head of the Israel Defence Forces’ Digital Army Programme, talks to Simon Michell about the ongoing development of the system 2011-03-23 16:27:06 http://www.rusi.org/publications/defencesystems/ref:A4D8A1DDE5FFCD/ Jessie-May Brown and Pincher Martin reveal how Niteworks is pushing the boundaries of coalition network-enabled capabilities 2011-03-23 16:20:48 http://www.rusi.org/publications/defencesystems/ref:A4D8A1D8E1811C/ Air Vice Marshal Steven Hillier, Director of Information Superiority at the UK’s Ministry of Defence, presents his outlook for the next two years 2011-03-23 16:19:28 http://www.rusi.org/publications/defencesystems/ref:A4D8A1CB4D92AA/ Peter Symons reflects on some of the safety engineering challenges that face the defence community 2011-03-23 16:15:53 http://www.rusi.org/publications/defencesystems/ref:A4D8A1C1287575/ Nic Plum outlines how Enterprise Architecture creates a lasting account of why a system is being acquired and how best to integrate it within the defence community 2011-03-23 16:13:14 http://www.rusi.org/publications/defencesystems/ref:A4D8A185EBE6BA/ José Carreño, George Galdorisi, Dr Stephanie Hszieh and Andrew Sutherland disclose how rapid integration of C4ISR kit can hinder maritime networked connectivity 2011-03-23 15:57:40 http://www.rusi.org/analysis/commentary/ref:C4D7644E09770A/ William Hague's speech at the Munich Security Conference highlighted the importance of cyber-security in international relations, and raised questions of an appropriate international response to the increasingly viable threat 2011-03-08 15:20:59 http://www.rusi.org/analysis/commentary/ref:C4D4AD93B92E87/ Increased media speculation about the possibility of a cyber-attack on the London or New York stock exchanges has ignored the nature of the threat, which is likely to seek to cause disruption rather than make money, and the counter-measures that can hinder a catastrophic attack 2011-02-03 16:43:03 http://www.rusi.org/analysis/commentary/ref:C4D2DD4B6DB505/ The damage to US and allied interests lies less in the embarrassment the leaked cables may have caused and more in the real intelligence they have provided to well-organised and sophisticated international terrorist groups. 2011-01-12 16:25:32 http://www.rusi.org/publications/journal/ref:A4CFE1EFEBC053/ The US military cannot assume digital battlefield superiority in the future 2010-12-07 11:48:36 http://www.rusi.org/publications/journal/ref:A4CFE1E40D3643/ The US needs to thoroughly reappraise both the strategic significance and conduct of cyber-war 2010-12-07 11:45:26 http://www.rusi.org/news/ref:N4CCECA5B75AD2/ Citations of RUSI experts, analysis and events in the global media from October 2010 2010-11-01 14:11:09 http://www.rusi.org/analysis/commentary/ref:C4CBD90C24FCB3/ The UK government's declared focus on cyber-security should focus on three priorities: building capability, nurturing national and international partnerships, and building an effective network defence. 2010-10-19 13:38:33 http://www.rusi.org/analysis/commentary/ref:C4CBD84EDE6ACB/ The latest National Security Strategy has placed tackling the cyber threat at the top of the government's security agenda - alongside threats from terrorism, war and accidental or natural disaster. In light of the extent of the cyber threat, the Government may not have allocated adequate resources to deal with it. 2010-10-19 12:48:14 http://www.rusi.org/analysis/commentary/ref:C4CBC6D8637AB7/ Now in its third year, the National Security Strategy is even more important as it is a precursor to tomorrow's Strategic Defence and Security Review. The Strategy is an honest attempt to think afresh about British security, with a focus on terrorism and cyber-security. However, it ignores the difficult real-world decisions that must be made to create an effective strategic review. 2010-10-18 16:59:13 http://www.rusi.org/analysis/commentary/ref:C4CBEEEBE4DEB9/ Are the strategic threats and opportunities adequately recognised in the Strategic Defence and Security Review? 2010-10-18 14:00:00 http://www.rusi.org/publications/journal/ref:A4CBC18CDA29C8/ The Convention on Cluster Munitions is a welcome step forward, but it needs clarity 2010-10-18 10:52:26 http://www.rusi.org/analysis/commentary/ref:C4CAED999A3AD8/ The closure of the Afghan/Pakistan border earlier this week and consequent targeting of NATO fuel supplies has highlighted a critical vulnerability for the International Security Assistance Forces: Fuel. But what can be done to overcome ISAF's Achilles heel? 2010-10-08 09:48:24 http://www.rusi.org/news/ref:N4C71A814B1C65/ The Royal Navy is dangerously weak, risking the silent principles of the UK's national security unless the future fleet is restored and adequately sized, claims a new article in the latest Journal of the Royal United Services Institute (RUSI). 2010-08-23 00:00:00 http://www.rusi.org/analysis/commentary/ref:C4C5C052182E69/ As a number of Middle Eastern countries move to suspend BlackBerry services questions arise as to whether their concerns are really over security or more about an attempt to exert control in a cyber domain that does not adhere to national borders. 2010-08-06 14:05:44 http://www.rusi.org/analysis/commentary/ref:C4C4DE4346B2D8/ How significant is the release of the Afghan war documents on WikiLeaks? RUSI Director Michael Clarke gives his assessment 2010-07-26 20:40:54 http://www.rusi.org/analysis/commentary/ref:C4C4D826EB58F3/ Brigadier General John Hyten discusses the current and future use of space by the US military, from improving aerospace capabilities to the potential offered by space-based surveillance systems. As the leading space-faring nation, the US is looking to build international cooperation with the aim of maximising expertise and responsible participation in the use of space. 2010-07-26 13:41:56 http://www.rusi.org/publications/defencesystems/ref:A4C2225693847F/ Ina Wiesner discusses network-centric operations in Germany 2010-06-23 16:17:56 http://www.rusi.org/publications/defencesystems/ref:A4C22230869F8D/ Iain Standen discusses the future of the UK concept of network-enabled capability (NEC) 2010-06-23 16:07:25 http://www.rusi.org/publications/defencesystems/ref:A4C2221FC314B2/ Keith Henderson discusses the benefits of unmanned maritime and surface vehicles 2010-06-23 16:02:26 http://www.rusi.org/publications/defencesystems/ref:A4C221CFCD62AE/ Steve Roberts considers sensors, sensor integration and information management with unmanned vehicles 2010-06-23 15:42:39 http://www.rusi.org/publications/defencesystems/ref:A4C220B91B4353/ Dr Jim Storr responds to the debates sparked by his October paper, saying that those who do not learn the lessons of history are doomed to repeat them. 2010-06-23 14:28:09 http://www.rusi.org/publications/defencesystems/ref:A4C22022F4BA87/ Graham Jordan discusses how and why current acquisition projects result in cost and time overruns 2010-06-23 13:46:44 http://www.rusi.org/publications/defencesystems/ref:A4B8FA0F5F035B/ Lean thinking even in an uncertain environment can lead to a doubling of efficiency and a significant reduction in resources 2010-03-04 12:05:00 http://www.rusi.org/publications/defencesystems/ref:A4B8F945C9F14D/ When the A400M eventually becomes available, it will be more expensive, delayed and less capable than contractually agreed. The willingness of European Governments, and especially the UK’s, to bail out the programme is troubling. 2010-03-04 11:09:58 http://www.rusi.org/publications/defencesystems/ref:A4B8F8F665F346/ Timescales of capability delivery need to be shortened in a rapidly changing defence environment 2010-03-04 10:48:40 http://www.rusi.org/publications/defencesystems/ref:A4B8E94DE027AB/ India’s emergence as a significant participant in global commercial markets contrasts with the sluggish development of the country’s defence industrial sectors. 2010-03-03 17:01:07 http://www.rusi.org/publications/defencesystems/ref:A4B8E92226BAB5/ Technology is expensive and we must be careful that we do not assist terrorists in one of their key strategic aims, which is to “strangle the enemy financially” 2010-03-03 16:46:55 http://www.rusi.org/publications/defencesystems/ref:A4B8E8E9B4B8E2/ Suggestions that the current small arms round is under-performing in Afghanistan and that a different calibre is required are wrong 2010-03-03 16:34:20 http://www.rusi.org/publications/defencesystems/ref:A4B8E8C8D35554/ If properly employed, concentrated High Explosive is the main instrument for achieving shock effect on the battlefield. Shock effect is critical in achieving sudden, decisive tactical success 2010-03-03 16:24:12 http://www.rusi.org/publications/defencesystems/ref:A4B8E89240DBED/ The development of electrically conductive textiles and the significant advantages that they promise can provide a solution to some of the 'burden' problems for dismounted soldiers and marines. 2010-03-03 16:11:43 http://www.rusi.org/publications/defencesystems/ref:A4B8E7E2F3AFDB/ The trade-offs of electronic warfare manpack systems between functionality and tactical considerations can be minimised through new technologies 2010-03-03 15:20:55 http://www.rusi.org/publications/defencesystems/ref:A4B8E78DB500B3/ A gunshot location sensor which is small enough to rifle-mounted has been created. Potentially it could be wirelessly networked for real-time plotting or dissemination of live-fire contacts 2010-03-03 14:57:56 http://www.rusi.org/analysis/commentary/ref:C4B7C13DD39AA8/ The use of the sea remains fundamental to international security. At a time of increasing public spending constraints, what is the significance of naval force – and of the Royal Navy in particular – in supporting national and international defence and security. 2010-02-17 16:09:26 http://www.rusi.org/analysis/commentary/ref:C4B7A87F069E3D/ The Obama Administration has outlined a refocusing of the United States missile defence plans, revising the approach previously taken by the Bush White House. Central to the plan is the deployment of more mobile systems that could assuage the once sceptical Russians. 2010-02-16 12:03:47 http://www.rusi.org/publications/monitor/ref:A4B756AD060A7E/ Future counter-terrorism policy must be prepared for rapid technological advances, both in the threat posed and in any possible defences. Lord West looks at how this policy should be prepared. 2010-02-12 14:53:17 http://www.rusi.org/analysis/commentary/ref:C4B6C2E49D19B4/ The Defence Green Paper hints at more cooperation with Europeans as the way forward, but a need for short-term cuts may damage the coherence of defence outputs before the defence review is completed. 2010-02-05 14:44:03 http://www.rusi.org/analysis/commentary/ref:C4B5844D35D152/ As public services continue to move online, how can security can be improved? 2010-01-21 12:17:43 http://www.rusi.org/news/ref:N4B507FF693953/ This interim research investigates attitudes towards joint working between the emergency services and the other organisations and agencies involved in the response to major emergencies. 2010-01-15 14:47:25 http://www.rusi.org/publications/defencesystems/ref:A4AF1A82F8B082/ How the MoD can lower its carbon emissions in the near, medium and long terms 2009-11-04 16:14:35 http://www.rusi.org/publications/defencesystems/ref:A4AF1A7751FBD1/ How is energy currently used in defence, and how could it be used in the future? 2009-11-04 16:11:49 http://www.rusi.org/publications/defencesystems/ref:A4AF1A6A285191/ The UK's MoD is not alone in its effort to become green - US forces are also developing the efficiency and security of their energy supplies 2009-11-04 16:08:17 http://www.rusi.org/publications/defencesystems/ref:A4AF1A5C8AAB7E/ The military's operational dependency on fossil fuels needs to be reduced - how can the MoD tackle this problem in the medium and long term? 2009-11-04 16:03:36 http://www.rusi.org/publications/defencesystems/ref:A4AF198C5A4F5C/ The most effective methods for dealing with acquisition problems are not traditional analytical approaches, but something more agile and human 2009-11-04 15:09:58 http://www.rusi.org/publications/defencesystems/ref:A4AF19687D80D8/ The implementation of the Bowman programme has caused much pain - largely because the programme has been underpinned by several false assumptions 2009-11-04 14:59:04 http://www.rusi.org/publications/defencesystems/ref:A4AF1917B490E4/ The British Army's Digitisation programme has failed - not for financial reasons, but because of a combination of organisational and technological issues 2009-11-04 14:37:08 http://www.rusi.org/analysis/commentary/ref:C4A437242C5592/ The UK’s new Cyber Security Strategy outlines governmental response to these new threats: Britain will work closely with international networks to identify and prosecute a new brand of ‘e-criminal’. 2009-06-25 13:53:12 http://www.rusi.org/analysis/commentary/ref:C470FA2094C263/ Will it end up in a blind alley? 2007-10-12 17:00:00 http://www.rusi.org/news/ref:N4548909B5BD6D/ The process involves fitting to a missile what is called a "bus" on which the warheads sit, covered by a cone, said Dr Lee Willett, a defence analyst at the Royal United Services Institute. 2006-10-09 15:15:00 http://www.rusi.org/news/ref:N454896FC505E9/ In a survey carried out by the Royal United Services Institute, the military think-tank, UK weapons makers lauded the defence industrial strategy - designed to give companies greater clarity on future defence spending - as "clearly born of a business mindset". 2006-10-05 12:00:00 http://www.rusi.org/analysis/commentary/ref:A4354D4ADD16A9/ Installed power on naval surface combatants has steadily grown over the past few decades. The principal reasons for this are two fold: ships have got larger and faster, and ships have more power demanding mission-systems. This paper examines the technical drivers behind the trends. 2005-10-18 11:00:00 http://www.rusi.org/analysis/commentary/ref:C425A8BCA8FF29/ Installed power on naval surface combatants has steadily grown over the past few decades. The principal reasons for this are two fold: ships have got larger and faster, and ships have more power demanding mission-systems. 2005-04-01 00:00:00 http://www.rusi.org/publications/journal/ref:J40c1f7bf814db/ Securing supplies of affordable energy is absolutely vital to maintaining Europe’s security and competitiveness in a rapidly globalizing world. It requires a strong Europe which can both reform its domestic energy markets and act coherently beyond its borders. 2004-06-18 12:23:45 http://www.rusi.org/publications/journal/ref:J40c1f7ad3f62b/ One of the most striking post-11 September transformations is taking place in the US military. 2004-06-18 12:23:44 http://www.rusi.org/publications/journal/ref:J40c1f7baa37ce/ The successful employment of Tomahawk Land Attack Cruise Missiles (TLAMs) in Kosovo and Afghanistan 2004-06-18 12:23:44 http://www.rusi.org/publications/journal/ref:J40c1f7ae04cac/ This article is more about society than technology. A political situation exists in Britain in which senior politicians are struggling to make sense of the digital agenda. 2004-06-18 12:23:44 http://www.rusi.org/publications/journal/ref:J40c1f79ea10ab/ Smart Acquisition was born with the defence equipment programme that emerged from the Strategic Defe 2004-06-18 12:23:43 http://www.rusi.org/publications/journal/ref:J40c1f795a1117/ Can Trident be adapted to a non-nuclear. more conventianally armed weapon? 2004-06-18 12:23:43 http://www.rusi.org/publications/journal/ref:J40c1f79609acb/ 2004-06-18 12:23:43 http://www.rusi.org/publications/journal/ref:J40c1f79f6672b/ The UK Minister of the Armed Forces, Rt Hon Adam Ingram MP, outlines the Government’s strategy for p 2004-06-18 12:23:43 http://www.rusi.org/publications/journal/ref:J40c1f78c2969c/ 2004-06-18 12:23:42 http://www.rusi.org/publications/journal/ref:J40c1f77fa5ecb/ There is still no working system for President George Bush's National Defence Programme, nor any way of making it operational within the next five years. 2004-06-18 12:23:42 http://www.rusi.org/publications/journal/ref:J40c1f7800e8eb/ 2004-06-18 12:23:42 http://www.rusi.org/publications/journal/ref:J40c1f782afb0b/ 2004-06-18 12:23:42 http://www.rusi.org/publications/journal/ref:J40c1f7787036b/ 2004-06-18 12:23:42 http://www.rusi.org/publications/journal/ref:J40c1f7806b54b/ 2004-06-18 12:23:42 http://www.rusi.org/publications/journal/ref:J40c1f77f4926b/ 2004-06-18 12:23:42 http://www.rusi.org/publications/journal/ref:J40c1f7651370b/ 2004-06-18 12:23:41 http://www.rusi.org/publications/journal/ref:J40c1f77688a0b/ 2004-06-18 12:23:41 http://www.rusi.org/publications/journal/ref:J40c1f7632bdab/ 2004-06-18 12:23:41 http://www.rusi.org/publications/journal/ref:J40c1f76eea48b/ 2004-06-18 12:23:41 http://www.rusi.org/publications/journal/ref:J40c1f75fb221b/ 2004-06-18 12:23:41 http://www.rusi.org/publications/journal/ref:J40c1f7725caeb/ 2004-06-18 12:23:41 http://www.rusi.org/publications/journal/ref:J40c1f7707518b/ 2004-06-18 12:23:41 http://www.rusi.org/publications/journal/ref:J40c1f7620259c/ 2004-06-18 12:23:41 http://www.rusi.org/publications/journal/ref:J40c1f765ccfcb/ 2004-06-18 12:23:41 http://www.rusi.org/publications/journal/ref:J40c1f76388a0b/ 2004-06-18 12:23:41 http://www.rusi.org/publications/journal/ref:J40c1f76fafb0b/ Political and public debate of ballistic missile defence remains patchy and often ill-informed. A greater awareness of the evolution of it in Britain may go some way towards promoting a more balanced and considered approach to the subject. 2004-06-18 12:23:41 http://www.rusi.org/publications/journal/ref:J40c1f76be084b/ 2004-06-18 12:23:41 http://www.rusi.org/publications/journal/ref:J40c1f75146b5b/ 2004-06-18 12:23:40 http://www.rusi.org/publications/journal/ref:J40c1f75dca8bb/ 2004-06-18 12:23:40 http://www.rusi.org/publications/journal/ref:J40c1f751a37cd/ 2004-06-18 12:23:40 http://www.rusi.org/publications/journal/ref:J40c1f758d931b/ 2004-06-18 12:23:40 http://www.rusi.org/publications/journal/ref:J40c1f75c4b97b/ 2004-06-18 12:23:40 http://www.rusi.org/publications/journal/ref:P40C877516401C/ Nothing that man has created is bigger than The Bomb. It’s not just a weapon, but a tool for re-shaping the earth – in a physical, political and philosophical sense. 2004-06-10 15:59:29 http://www.rusi.org/publications/journal/ref:P40C865DE2216D/ Is maritime power ready for our uncertain strategic future? 2004-06-10 14:45:02 http://www.rusi.org/publications/monitor/ref:A473DB25E143C3/ This article evaluates present biometric technologies and their applications to homeland security. 2004-06-01 15:00:00 http://www.rusi.org/publications/monitor/ref:A473D82003AC73/ Incidents of cybercrime and cyberterrorism are on the rise. 2004-04-01 11:00:00 http://www.rusi.org/publications/monitor/ref:A473DAD906E2BD/ This article looks at a wide-ranging industrial response to growing demands for increased security for high-risk location. 2004-03-01 14:00:00 http://www.rusi.org/publications/monitor/ref:A4739E396C3A32/ This article discusses the effects of a bomb blast on various types of glazing. 2003-06-01 17:00:00 http://www.rusi.org/publications/monitor/ref:A4739DF8A93F53/ Whatever the reason for the use pf PPE, it is a requirement in an increasing range of work environments, so its impact on performance must be carefully considered. 2003-04-01 17:00:00 http://www.rusi.org/publications/monitor/ref:A4739DB61530A2/ This article attempts to show that in architecture terms the Internet, though extremely robust because of the sound engineering principles on which it is modelled, has the potential to be severely disrupted. 2003-03-01 17:00:00 http://www.rusi.org/publications/monitor/ref:A4739DAEC63167/ The likelihood of a terrorist attack on commercial buildings using chemical or biological weapons is still relatively low. However, the rapidly evolving nature of the threat means that buildings now being designed or in construction should include protective measures to 'future proof' the building. 2003-03-01 17:00:00 http://www.rusi.org/publications/monitor/ref:A4739D1A461E9B/ The possible options for the use of chemical weapons by terrorists are both many and varied. This article looks at one specific scenario - the discovery of an explosively configured device located in an urban area. 2003-03-01 16:00:00 http://www.rusi.org/publications/monitor/ref:A4739C63A54872/ Selectively Addressable Digital Television offers a high capacity and high integrity method for the delivery of data for specific purposes to specific locations or people throughout the whole country, in real time, within a few seconds of receipt of the data. 2003-02-01 15:00:00 http://www.rusi.org/publications/monitor/ref:A4739C55777781/ Buildings and their contents are subjected to a range of attacks for a variety of motives. This article advocates the implementation of various 'firewalls' . 2003-02-01 15:00:00 http://www.rusi.org/publications/monitor/ref:A4739C36A226ED/ This article provides a historical background to the latest security challenges facing airports and the wider airline industry. 2003-02-01 15:00:00 http://www.rusi.org/publications/monitor/ref:A4739BF0277499/ This article examines how training for one high-consequence scenario, an incident involving a weapon of mass effect, can be enhanced through the use of a Chemical Agent Monitor (CAM) simulator. 2002-12-01 15:00:00 http://www.rusi.org/publications/monitor/ref:A4739BD63BA48E/ Buildings are a favoured target for terrorist attack. This article describes the means of attack and the character of different types of explosions and then outlines the strengths and vulnerabilities of different types of construction. 2002-12-01 15:00:00 http://www.rusi.org/publications/monitor/ref:A4739BCAEAACBA/ Ricin is a disappearing poison, and very difficult to detect on autopsy. So, this article asks, who wants to kill who covertly - and why? 2002-12-01 15:00:00 http://www.rusi.org/publications/journal/ref:J40c1f750814db/ 2000-06-18 12:00:00