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Raytheon Technologies delivers fourth combat-ready laser weapon to U.S. Air Force

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Monday, June 12, 2023

MCKINNEY, Texas, June 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Last fall, the U.S. Air Force Life Cycle Management Center and Raytheon Technologies successfully tested the Air Force's first palletized high-energy laser weapon during four days of continuous live-fire exercises at White Sands Missile Range in New Mexico.

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  • The new palletized laser weapon was the first 10-kilowatt laser built to U.S. military specifications in a stand-alone configuration that can be moved and mounted anywhere it's needed.
  • Known as "H4," it is the fourth operational laser weapon system that Raytheon Technologies has delivered to the Air Force and is the eighth total system the company has delivered to the US Department of Defense.
  • The palletized laser weapon, aimed at protecting people and assets against short-range aerial threats, passed the Air Force's Test and Assessment plan.
  • The palletized laser weapon system was built in the world's first laser weapon factory in McKinney, Texas, and delivered to the Life Cycle Management Center nine months after receipt of order.

Andøya Space Defence (ASD) selects Kongsberg Geospatial to Develop Next-Generation Mission Planning and Advanced Visualization System for Range Modernization

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Wednesday, May 31, 2023

OTTAWA, Ontario, May 31, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Kongsberg Geospatial, developer of the TerraLens SDK, announced today that they have been awarded a contract by Andøya Space Defence (ASD), along with Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace, Aviation & Security as the prime, to provide a next-generation mission planning and situational awareness system for ASD's Test and Training Range. The TerraLens DSF-based system will be fed by multiple sensor types to enable three-dimensional visualization of real-time operations in multiple domains for range monitoring and vehicle tracking.

Key Points: 
  • OTTAWA, Ontario, May 31, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Kongsberg Geospatial, developer of the TerraLens SDK, announced today that they have been awarded a contract by Andøya Space Defence (ASD), along with Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace, Aviation & Security as the prime, to provide a next-generation mission planning and situational awareness system for ASD's Test and Training Range.
  • The TerraLens DSF-based system will be fed by multiple sensor types to enable three-dimensional visualization of real-time operations in multiple domains for range monitoring and vehicle tracking.
  • ASD located at Andøya, in the northern part of Norway, facilitates end-to-end testing of weapon and sensor systems, and full-scale operational training exercises.
  • "As a part of the continuous development of the range services, Andøya Space Defence has been searching for a visualization solution to enhance and improve our capabilities", says Gunnar Jan Olsen, President of Andøya Space Defence.

Wireless Telecom Group Announces the Sale of the Company to Maury Microwave, Inc.

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Thursday, May 25, 2023

Parsippany, New Jersey, USA, May 25, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Wireless Telecom Group, Inc. (NYSE American: WTT) (the “Company” or “WTT”), a leading test & measurement solutions provider, today announced that it entered into a definitive merger agreement to be acquired by Maury Microwave, Inc. (“Maury”) in an all-cash transaction. Under the terms of the merger agreement, which was unanimously approved by the board of directors of each company, Maury will acquire all the outstanding shares of the Company for an estimated total cash consideration of $2.13 per share. The consideration per share represents a premium of 34% to the Company’s closing share price as of May 24th and a premium of 50% since the date of the announcement of the Strategic Alternatives process in July 2022. The Company will file a proxy statement regarding the proposed transaction with the Security and Exchange Commission (the “SEC”) as described below and is expected to close in the third quarter of 2023.

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  • Completion of the transaction is expected in the third quarter of 2023, subject to the approval of Wireless Telecom Group shareholders and the satisfaction of other customary closing conditions.
  • The Wireless Telecom Group Board of Directors unanimously approved the merger agreement and recommended that Wireless Telecom Group shareholders vote in favor of it at a Special Meeting of Stockholders, to be scheduled as soon as practicable.
  • Upon completion of the transaction, Wireless Telecom Group will become a private company and shares of Wireless Telecom Group’s common stock will no longer trade on the NYSE.
  • CDX Advisors is serving as exclusive financial advisor and Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner LLP is serving as legal counsel to Wireless Telecom Group.

IAMS™ NUTRITION AND WISDOM PANEL PARTNER TO PROVIDE PET PARENTS BETTER WAYS TO CARE FOR THEIR PETS

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Tuesday, May 16, 2023

FRANKLIN, Tenn., May 16, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Your dog or cat's unique genetic makeup can tell you a lot about them, including what type of nutrition they need to help them stay healthy. Knowing this, the IAMS™ brand and Wisdom Panel, both proudly part of the Mars family, are coming together to combine DNA technology and science-based nutrition so pet parents can help keep their pets healthy for life.

Key Points: 
  • "IAMS and Wisdom Panel are helping pet parents unlock a deeper understanding of their unique pet and providing proactive ways to care for them throughout every life stage."
  • Pet parents take the quiz and input select information from their pet's WISDOM PANEL results.
  • "As the most accurate pet DNA test on the market, Wisdom Panel helps uncover breed-specific insights and genetic predispositions that give pet parents a better understanding of their pet's unique needs," said Christine Fong, General Manager at Wisdom Panel.
  • "Together with IAMS, we are providing pet parents with more knowledge to make proactive decisions about their pet's care."

ideaForge launches its latest upgraded NETRA V4 PRO at XPONENTIAL 2023

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Wednesday, May 10, 2023

DENVER, May 10, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- ideaForge Technology Limited, the pioneer and the pre-eminent market leader in the Indian unmanned aircraft systems industry, with a market share of approximately 50% as of Fiscal 2022, as per the 1Lattice Report, launched its latest upgraded UAV, NETRA V4 PRO at XPONENTIAL 2023.

Key Points: 
  • DENVER, May 10, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- ideaForge Technology Limited, the pioneer and the pre-eminent market leader in the Indian unmanned aircraft systems industry, with a market share of approximately 50% as of Fiscal 2022, as per the 1Lattice Report, launched its latest upgraded UAV, NETRA V4 PRO at XPONENTIAL 2023.
  • The NETRA V4 PRO is the latest addition to the NETRA series of UAVs developed by ideaForge.
  • Launching NETRA V4 PRO at such a global level is an opportunity for ideaForge to present its innovations."
  • The Early Adopter Program allows customers to gain first-hand experience by testing ideaForge's upgraded UAV, NETRA V4 PRO, with 90 minutes of flying time.

VPG Reports Fiscal 2023 First Quarter Results

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Tuesday, May 9, 2023

MALVERN, Pa., May 09, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Vishay Precision Group, Inc. (NYSE: VPG), a leader in precision measurement sensing technologies, today announced its results for its fiscal 2023 first quarter ended April 1, 2023.

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  • MALVERN, Pa., May 09, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Vishay Precision Group, Inc. (NYSE: VPG), a leader in precision measurement sensing technologies, today announced its results for its fiscal 2023 first quarter ended April 1, 2023.
  • First Fiscal Quarter Financial Trends:
    The Company's first fiscal quarter 2023 net earnings attributable to VPG stockholders were $7.0 million, or $0.51 per diluted share, compared to $6.4 million, or $0.46 per diluted share, in the first fiscal quarter of 2022.
  • Gross profit margin for the Weighing Solutions segment was 34.9% for the first fiscal quarter of 2023, which decreased compared to 36.9% in the first fiscal quarter of 2022, and increased compared to 33.4% in the fourth fiscal quarter of 2022.
  • The Measurement Systems segment revenue of $20.3 million in the first fiscal quarter of 2023 increased 18.3% year-over-year from $17.1 million in the first fiscal quarter of 2022 and was 24.4% lower than $26.8 million in the fourth fiscal quarter of 2022.

AmerisourceBergen Announces Pharmacy Telehealth Partnership with SteadyMD

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Thursday, May 4, 2023

AmerisourceBergen (AB), a global healthcare company, has announced a strategic partnership with SteadyMD, a B2B telehealth infrastructure provider that powers high-quality telehealth patient experiences for leaders and innovators in healthcare.

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  • AmerisourceBergen (AB), a global healthcare company, has announced a strategic partnership with SteadyMD, a B2B telehealth infrastructure provider that powers high-quality telehealth patient experiences for leaders and innovators in healthcare.
  • With its telehealth solution, AmerisourceBergen is evaluating the long-term viability of the Test to Treat model for use cases, beyond COVID-19, to improve access to treatment.
  • "We're excited to embark on a commercial partnership with AmerisourceBergen and welcome the company to our supportive family of investors," said Guy Friedman, CEO of SteadyMD.
  • In addition to the commercial partnership, AmerisourceBergen has also made an investment in SteadyMD through its venture fund AB Health Ventures.

Uh-Oh Labs Announces Rebrand to Scout, Reflecting Expanded Mission and Commitment to Health Testing Innovations

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Tuesday, May 2, 2023

SANTA CLARA, Calif., May 2, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Uh-Oh Labs, a leading provider of health testing solutions, is proud to announce its rebrand to Scout, effective May 2nd, 2023.

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  • SANTA CLARA, Calif., May 2, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Uh-Oh Labs, a leading provider of health testing solutions, is proud to announce its rebrand to Scout, effective May 2nd, 2023.
  • The new name, Scout, reflects the company's expanded mission and focus on providing accurate health data and fast results to keep individuals and their families safe.
  • The Scout logo features a mark reminiscent of our Scout Hub, the main instrument that reads, analyzes, and conducts health tests.
  • Visit www.scouthealth.com to learn more about Scout's new direction, pre-register for COVID Scout, and stay updated on Scout's latest developments.

Leapmotor unveils its entire new product line at the Shanghai International Auto Show

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Wednesday, April 19, 2023

On April 18th, the 20th Shanghai International Auto Show officially kicked off, and Leapmotor (Zhejiang Leapmotor Technology Co Ltd, HKG: 9863) brought its entire new product line to the event, including the C11 extended range model, the 2023 C01, C11, and T03.

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  • On April 18th, the 20th Shanghai International Auto Show officially kicked off, and Leapmotor (Zhejiang Leapmotor Technology Co Ltd, HKG: 9863) brought its entire new product line to the event, including the C11 extended range model, the 2023 C01, C11, and T03.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230418006053/en/
    Leapmotor's entire new product line with their value propositions, making car selection and purchase less of a hassle.
  • The 2023 C01 model is equipped with the CTC battery-chassis integration technology, with a maximum comprehensive range of 717km under CLTC.
  • Moreover, Leapmotor also held the “Super Test Driver” event at this year’s auto show, where Zhu and other executives personally drove and chauffeured users, making it more convenient for their attendance.

Nordson Test & Inspection’s CyberOptics SQ3000™+ Receives 7th Award

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Monday, April 17, 2023

Nordson Test & Inspection today announced that it received a 2023 EM Innovation Award in the category of Inspection for the CyberOptics SQ3000™+ Multi-Function system for AOI, SPI and CMM.

Key Points: 
  • Nordson Test & Inspection today announced that it received a 2023 EM Innovation Award in the category of Inspection for the CyberOptics SQ3000™+ Multi-Function system for AOI, SPI and CMM.
  • The award was announced during a ceremony held on April 14th at productronica China at the New International Expo Centre (SNIEC) Shanghai.
  • The SQ3000+, an extension of the multi-award-winning SQ3000 platform deemed best-in-class, has won a total of seven awards since its introduction.
  • “We are thrilled to receive our 7th award for the SQ3000+ Multi-Function inspection and metrology system for excellence in innovation,” said Perry Duffill, Vice-President of TEST & INSPECTION at Nordson Corporation.