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Homeland Security

New Radiation Portals Show Limited Gains, GAO Says

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Tuesday, June 23rd, 2009

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By Calvin Biesecker The new generation of radiation portal monitors show limited improvements over existing technology in primary screening applications when nuclear materials are lightly shielded and in some cases performed better than handheld radiation identification devices in secondary screening applications, the Government Accountability Office (GAO) said in a report issued yesterday. The report says the Advanced Spectroscopic Portals (ASP), which are the new technology being developed to passively scan containers for the presence of radioactive materials, "were frequently able…

Army

Lawmakers Request DoD Briefing On Army’s Planned Cuts To Aviation Procurement

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Congress

CENTCOM Looking To Lessons Learned From Use Of LUCAS Drones

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Army

Hegseth Says DoD Open To Reviewing Army’s Planned Cuts To Legacy Helicopter Procurement

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Congress

Appropriators Press For Details On Iran War Costs; DoD’s $29B Estimate Doesn’t Include Base Damage

The Pentagon estimates the U.S.’ ongoing conflict with Iran has now cost at least $29 billion, while a lead official noted the updated figure does not factor in damage to […]