Footage of the assembly and launch of the Russian Lancet-51 drone from a camouflaged position in the back of a truck. It's worth noting that the British Ministry of Defense has called the Lancet kamikaze drones one of Russia's best combat systems. The Lancet-51 drone, officially designated "Product 51," is constantly being upgraded.
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The compact MSL-20045 radar, designed for automatic detection and tracking of air and ground targets, has entered service with the Russian military. The radar operates in the 5.0–5.9 GHz frequency range. According to some reports, the radar can detect fixed-wing UAVs at a range of up to 12 km, and FPV drones at a range of up to 8 km with a 45° field of view. A single operator can simultaneously record data from up to eight antenna posts. Target designation from the radar can be provided to the crews of Yolka and Molot interceptor drones. Target designation from the MSL-20045 radar can also be provided to Zubr automated air defense systems.
I think launch capability would be a major bottleneck for Russia? They only launched 17 rockets last year so I don't see how you can build a Starlink like constellation with such low launch cadence.
my estimate is that they will be able to finish substantial part of it before reusable rocket. its all about industrial chain. the total number of satellites are far smaller and robotics havent advanced yet in Russia.
Russian satellites
- Russia's 22 meteorological satellites of its orbital constellation, providing services worldwide: "The Russian Federation currently has 22 meteorological satellites—an unprecedented number, and it's important for us to maintain it. Russian services are provided globally. Therefore, international cooperation is crucial."
- Launches of serial broadband internet access satellites in Russia soon: "Two weeks ago, we successfully launched the first 16 serial satellites of our new, state-of-the-art low-orbit broadband internet access system into orbit from the Plesetsk Cosmodrome. These satellites have been handed over to the operator for control. More serial launches will be conducted soon to bring the constellation up to specification. But the first launch was extremely important and exciting."
- Russia is fully self in geostationary communications, Bakanov emphasized.
Development of the space industry in RussiaThe decision to launch the Soyuz-5 rocket from the Baikonur Cosmodrome will be made after the space forum concludes: Soyuz-5 has been placed on the launch pad. After the forum concludes, we will fly to make the launch decision.The Russian orbital station, whose deployment will begin in 2028, will gradually replace the International Space Station (ISS): "Everything is being done to ensure that Russia continues to be as competitive as possible in the space sector. <…> We are currently designing the Russian orbital station, which will gradually replace the ISS starting in 2028."The launch pad for the reusable Amur-SPG rocket at the Vostochny Cosmodrome is already being designed : "We are starting to design the fourth launch pad for the reusable Amur rocket." -
No more buying Chinese varmint radars?
It says Tu-160M fleet is now 10. there is wording Practical combat radius at 7,300km. they said the new range increase are more than 1000km in special modes. now engine technology has improved alot.
When Putin took flight in this Tu-160M he mentioned that comfort level is better than original. we are closer to use of it as an AWACS, drone carrier and Anti-sub.
"The flight and operational characteristics have improved, as have the working conditions for the crew."
When Putin took flight in this Tu-160M he mentioned that comfort level is better than original. we are closer to use of it as an AWACS, drone carrier and Anti-sub.
"The flight and operational characteristics have improved, as have the working conditions for the crew."
Older 780hp engines likely taken out and replaced by 1130hp engines to deal with the increased weight. In turn, the engines are refurbished as supplies for new batches of MSTA-S, currently at the 2S33 standard.
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Whenever a Russian tank video arise, there's always this question about whether Russia is running out of tanks. Answers are.
Answer 1. There's always a constant resupply. When you have videos pop up like these, it's a response to yet another batch delivery. While tanks from storage are restored, damaged tanks are continually being repaired and new tanks are being produced.
Answer 2. It doesn't matter any more. This war can just be fought with drone crews and storm troopers ridding around in pickups and vans. Infiltration not invasion is the key for a breakthrough. Instead of tanks, troops are infiltrating using ATVs and motorcycles. ATVs have become more important than AFVs. ATVs are also being used for rotation, resupply and reinforcement. The war has turned drone centric and infantry centric. It should be noted that ATVs and motorcycles are increasingly turning electric to prevent noise and detection.
Answer 3. You don't need tanks now as many as you think, and neither are they used that much anymore. Even when tanks are used, tanks have been relegated mostly as self propelled artillery, damage soakers, infantry support, mine clearance and even vehicle recovery. What you need now are self propelled howitzers, self propelled mortars, mobile SHORADs, APCs, IFVs, MRAPs, and armored trucks. The APCs and IFVs are now there to exploit openings discovered by infiltration squads that came in using bikes and ATVs. Then there's the fundamental issues. Due to the terrain, the weight of the tank can become more of a hindrance to mobility. When it comes to urban fighting and fighting around hills, the limited elevation of the tank gun is another hindrance. There's a reason why the autocannons or even the cannons of BMPs feature extreme elevation angles. The sound of the tank tracks, the dust it raises, makes an armored column an easy giveaway. There's a reason why wheeled vehicles are now forefront. Speed, shock, and stealth has become as much as life as armor.