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Armor·Small Business Innovative Research

US Army Awards $99M Contract

1 source · first reported 1h ago

via Defence Blog

The US Army has awarded Hardwire LLC a $99 million contract to develop advanced metallic armor for Army vehicles. The contract is part of the Small Business Innovative Research program and is expected to be completed by August 23, 2031. The goal is to create new processing methods for metallic armor.

Why it matters

The development of advanced metallic armor is crucial for enhancing the protection of US Army vehicles, which can lead to improved safety for soldiers and increased effectiveness in combat situations.

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