Adaptive RF stealth for next-generation long-range cruise missiles through interdisciplinary integration of MnZn ferrite/epoxy RAM and sea-surface multipath null exploitation
Available online 10 November 2025
This study presents an interdisciplinary framework to enhance the radar cross-section (RCS) reduction of next-generation long-range cruise missiles by integrating MnZn ferrite/epoxy-based radar-absorbing...
Physics-informed neural network model for predicting projectile mass erosion integrating cutting and thermal melting mechanisms
Available online 10 November 2025
High-velocity penetration of projectiles into concrete induces intense thermomechanical interactions that lead to substantial projectile mass erosion, thereby compromising structural integrity and ballistic...
Adaptive elite ant colony optimization for track planning in gravity-aided navigation with multi-feature fusion
Available online 10 November 2025
Autonomous Underwater Vehicle track planning is critical for maritime defense missions, particularly in signal-denied and stealth-sensitive environments. Gravity-aided inertial navigation systems (GAINS),...
IQTF-GFN: A Gated dual-path network for automatic modulation classification of dual-component overlapping emitter signals
Available online 10 November 2025
Achieving reliable modulation recognition for overlapping dual-component emitter signals in dense, low signal-to-noise ratio (SNR) electromagnetic environments presents a formidable challenge for modern...
Artificial intelligence-optimized gypsum-based composites for stealth technology: Integrating high strength performance and radar absorption
Available online 7 November 2025
The demand for lightweight, high-performance materials with electromagnetic shielding capability is increasing, particularly in aerospace, defense, and infrastructure applications. This study introduces...
Dynamic behavior analysis of strongly coupled high-order Duffing-Van der Pol system and its application in underwater acoustic signal detection
Available online 7 November 2025
As the composition of marine environmental noise is intricate and changeable, and the stealth technology of ships keeps advancing, the signal-to-noise ratio (SNR) of the collected underwater acoustic...
Crystal structure evolution and thermal stability of high explosive RDX characterized by in situ single crystal X-ray diffraction
Available online 7 November 2025
Crystal structure evolution of energetic crystals under external stimuli can significantly change their chemical/physical properties and profoundly impact the effectiveness and safety of weapon systems....
MmPiFNN: A multi-mode physics-informed fuzzy neural network for passive recognition of surface ships by underwater equipment using ship radiated noise signals
Available online 5 November 2025
Ship radiated noise (SRN) is a key acoustic cue for underwater platforms such as submarines to detect, identify, and track surface vessels in long-range sonar confrontation scenarios. Accurate classification...
Attitude control of multirotor with image-aided terminal guidance for precision target strike
Available online 2 November 2025
Precise long-range strikes using multirotors equipped with rigidly fixed Explosively Formed Penetrator (EFP) encounter multiple challenges, including platform disturbances, inherent EFP dispersion characteristics,...
Autonomous thermite-recycled cobalt nanoreactors on aluminum: Synergistic interfacial redox loops for ultrafast thermal decomposition and combustion of various energetic materials
Available online 1 November 2025
The efficient energy release of oxidizers and aluminum (Al) is of great significance in the field of high-energy propellants. Typically, the energy release efficiency of composite energetic materials...
Study on the performance of shaped charge jet of multi-proportion tungsten matrix composites based on selective laser melting technology
Available online 1 November 2025
In this study, selective laser melting (SLM) technology was used to prepare multi-ratio tungsten-based composite material liners, and the feasibility of its application in the field of shaped charge...
Preparation of HMX-based energetic microspheres with efficient self-healing function by microchannel technology to enhance storage performance and interface bonding effect
October 2025
The self-healing function is considered one of the effective ways to address structural damage and improve interfacial bonding in Energetic composite materials (ECMs). However, the currently prepared...
Effects of braking conditions on the dynamic responses of multi-axle heavy-duty vehicles coupled with pavement roughness and flexibility
October 2025
Multi-axle heavy-duty vehicles (MHVs) are essential for military equipment transport due to their safety and stability. However, braking dynamic responses between MHVs and pavement systems still remain...
Synergistic enhancement of load-bearing and energy-absorbing performance in additively manufactured lattice structures through modifications to conventional unit cells
October 2025
The unit cell configuration of lattice structures critically influences their load-bearing and energy absorption performance. In this study, three novel lattice structures were developed by modifying...
Unprecedented energetic zwitterion integrating thermal stability, high energy density and low sensitivity: Overcoming performance trade-offs in conventional energetic materials
October 2025
The simultaneous integration of high energy density, low sensitivity, and thermal stability in energetic materials has constituted a century-long scientific challenge. Herein, we address this through...
Accurate prediction of blast-induced ground vibration intensity using optimized machine learning models
October 2025
Blast-induced ground vibration, quantified by peak particle velocity (PPV), is a crucial factor in mitigating environmental and structural risks in mining and geotechnical engineering. Accurate PPV...
BCDH: Blockchain-based covert Diffie-Hellman key exchange scheme
October 2025
The purpose of the covert communication scheme is to conceal the communication behavior entirely. In such schemes, the sender and receiver rely on secret keys to establish a covert channel. However,...
Three-dimensional burning crack dynamics in constrained spherical explosive: visualization analysis and cavity-coupled pressure modeling
October 2025
Accurate characterization of three-dimensional burning crack propagation remains pivotal yet challenging for energetic material safety, as conventional diagnostics and models inadequately resolve coupled...
Projectile impact and drop weight resistance of functionally graded fiber-reinforced magnetite aggregate concrete
October 2025
Many researchers have focused on the behavior of fiber-reinforced concrete (FRC) in the construction of various defensive structures to resist against impact forces resulting from explosions and projectiles....
Crashworthiness design of concave polygonal CFRP tubes for eVTOL applications under multi-angle compression loading
October 2025
The electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft shows great potential for rapid military personnel deployment on the battlefield. However, its susceptibility to control loss, complex crashes,...
Innovative surface modification strategy for ADN: PFOA-interlayered and vibrational magnetron sputtering for constructing anti-hygroscopic composite structures
October 2025
Ammonium dinitramide (ADN), as a high-energy oxidizer widely applied in the field of rocket and missile propellants, has a prominent issue of high hygroscopicity due to its strong polarity. The previous...
Dynamic response characteristics of metal cylindrical shell driven by explosive charge with waveform regulator
October 2025
Waveform regulator in charge is a method that can realize multi-source detonation wave superposition through a single point detonation. The method does not need to weaken the strength of shell, and...
Numerical analysis of a vented methane/air explosion in a large-scale chamber
October 2025
The internal and external flow fields during vented explosions of methane were characterized through numerical simulation, and the capability of numerical simulation thereof was validated by previous...
Dynamic hysteresis brittle behavior and temperature–strain rate-coupled damage modeling: A multiscale study of poly(phthalazinone ether sulfone ketone) under extreme service conditions
October 2025
Poly (phthalazinone ether sulfone ketone) (PPESK) is a new-generation high-performance thermoplastic resin that exhibits excellent thermal stability and mechanical properties. However, its damage and...
Equivalent loading method for the thin-walled floors of armored vehicles with bottom explosion impacts
October 2025
The high cost and low efficiency of full-scale vehicle experiments and numerical simulations limit the efficient development of armored vehicle occupant protection systems. The floor-occupant-seat local...