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Sale and leaseback of Cody Technology Park
30 Sep 2024
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Australian Army and QinetiQ MakerSpace Program expands, opening new site at Simpson Barracks
20 Sep 2024
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QinetiQ Announces Formation of "Team TECSA" to Strengthen Australia's Sovereign Defence Capabilities
11 Sep 2024
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QinetiQ announces formation of Australia Sector Advisory Board
10 Sep 2024
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QinetiQ US Awarded Contract to Support Delivery of Hardware on Next-Generation U.S. Navy Aircraft Carrier
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QinetiQ Participates in DSIAC Webinar
27/03/2020
The webinar covers the fundamental means of Laser designators and their significant capability when applied to ground forces engaged in short range tactical missions. If you’d like to see the webinar in full, please see the video below.
DSIAC Webinar: "Compact Laser Designators for Mini-UAVs and Handheld Targeting Systems"
Laser designators served as a fundamental means of targeting for multiple generations of combat aircraft. With advancements in high-efficiency, diode-pumped laser technology, pulse length control, efficient thermal design, and unique beam stability techniques, laser designators that can fit into mini UAVs or handheld targeting binoculars are becoming a reality. Laser designators weighing less than 1 lb can execute tactical target designation missions at ranges up to 2 km from key platforms like the Puma, Coyote, and Hero-30 or as part of soldier-borne equipment. This could add significant capability to ground forces engaged in short-range tactical missions, enabling effective target marking for platforms equipped with laser-guided munitions.