True Collaboration web series: The Gripen Flight Test Centre
In this episode of the web series, we will fully see the mission and the role of the Gripen Flight Test Centre (GFTC) located at Embraer's facilities, for the Gripen Program progress.
Check out how the integration between the teams from Sweden and Brazil is carried out and understand the great importance of the GFTC for the establishment of procedures and the testing of new features of the Brazilian Air Force fighter.
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Weapon system design - a key factor for superior submarine capabilities in the modern battlespace
5 min
Submarines play a vital role in a wide range of operations and tasks, from covert operations to more offensive roles that require engaging adversaries with an array of weapon. The submarine’s ability to launch a diverse range of weapons and engage its enemies effectively is one of the most important capabilities to take into account when designing a submarine.
With knowledge comes power
6 min
Saab’s knowledge-transfer approach to supplying defence solutions is proving increasingly popular with armed forces across the planet. By sharing our intellectual property with customers, we empower them to take an active role in manufacturing and maintaining their defence assets.
Basic design - What is required to create the world's most versatile ships?
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Creating an efficient naval ship is a significant compromise. There are many, often conflicting requirements that must be set against each other. It should be a ship with good characteristics for operating in archipelagos and at sea, such as speed, stability, and fuel consumption.
North American collaboration opens new frontier for Saab
4 min
An agreement with Canadian business Tulmar Safety Systems will see production of Saab’s Barracuda Mobile Camouflage Systems (MCS) move even closer to customers in North America.
Addressing the challenges of modern-day conflicts
10 min
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Warfare has always challenging. But rapid advances in technology in recent decades mean that the battlefield has never been more complex and unpredictable. To succeed, armed forces need to understand the challenges and find solutions that simplify the task of the soldier.
Keeping ahead, the smart way
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The launch of GlobalEye airborne early warning and control (AEW&C) marked another leap forward from Saab in radar technology. GlobalEye is the only airborne surveillance system on the market capable of simultaneous air, maritime and land surveillance. Smart ways of working and cutting edge in-house capabilities have been key to achieving this.
Innovations built to last
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It’s hard to imagine that the smartphone in your pocket has anything in common with Gripen, one of the most modern fighters in aviation history. But they have more similarities between them than meets the eye.
Gripen for Canada - Swedish innovation, Canadian ingenutiy
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Canada is looking for a new fleet of fighter jets to keep its citizens and allies safe, secure and engaged in missions at home and abroad -- and Saab has the answer: Gripen for Canada.
Testing new 3D print technology develops opportunities
4 min
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Saab’s maritime solution Protecting the great barrier reef
2 min
As one of the wonders of the natural world, many consider the Great Barrier Reef one of the Earth’s most beautiful places. The marine environment in the area is extremely sensitive and with around 4000 commercial vessels passing every year, it is important for the vessel services operators working onshore to keep track of the traffic at all times. That’s where Saab comes in.