Core Insights - ASUS Republic of Gamers (ROG) has launched its 2025 NVIDIA® RTX™ Laptop GPU line-up, which is now available for pre-order, featuring advanced graphics technologies such as DLSS 4 and Frame Generation [1][9] Product Overview - The flagship models, ROG Strix SCAR 16 & 18, are equipped with the latest RTX 50 Series Laptop GPUs, designed for high-performance gaming and multitasking [2] - ROG Strix G16 is tailored for gamers and content creators, powered by Intel's Core Ultra 9 Processor 275HX and NVIDIA RTX 50 Series GPUs, ensuring fast AAA gaming performance [5] - ROG Zephyrus G14 and G16 offer ultra-portability with high performance, featuring lightweight designs and powerful processors, including Intel Core Ultra 9 285H and AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 [7][8] Cooling and Performance Features - ROG's Intelligent Cooling technology includes a custom vapor chamber and advanced Tri-Fan Technology, maintaining low temperatures and noise levels during extended gaming sessions [3] - The Strix SCAR Series supports up to 64GB of DDR5-5600 RAM and up to 4TB PCIe Gen4 SSD, allowing for exceptional speed and storage capabilities [4] Design and Customization - The laptops feature customizable aesthetics with AniMe Vision arrays and Aura RGB light bars, enabling users to personalize their devices [4] - The ROG Zephyrus series is designed with a CNC-milled aluminum chassis, balancing durability and portability, with weights of 3.46 lbs for G14 and 4.30 lbs for G16 [8] Availability and Pricing - The new ROG laptops are available for pre-order through various online retailers, with shipments expected to start from late March 2025 [9] - Pricing for the ROG Strix SCAR 16 starts at C$4,499, while the SCAR 18 is priced at C$6,999 [10][11]

Core Insights - Collins Aerospace has been awarded a contract from Boeing Defense to supply 144 ACES II® ejection seats for the U.S. Air Force's F-15EX fleet, enhancing safety and performance for aircrew [1][2]. Company Overview - Collins Aerospace is a leader in integrated and intelligent solutions for the global aerospace and defense industry, employing 80,000 individuals dedicated to advancing technologies for sustainable aviation and mission success [4]. - RTX, the parent company of Collins Aerospace, is the world's largest aerospace and defense company with over 185,000 employees and projected sales exceeding $80 billion in 2024 [5]. Product Details - The ACES II ejection seat has saved over 700 lives since its introduction in 1978 and is currently in service with 29 air forces globally, including various U.S. Air Force fleets [2]. - The ACES family of ejection seats is noted for its advanced technologies that significantly reduce the risk of injury during ejection, providing aircrew with confidence in their safety during missions [2]. Contract Execution - The work related to the contract for the F-15EX ejection seats will be conducted in Colorado Springs, Colorado [3].

Core Insights - Raytheon has successfully completed flight testing of the first AI/ML-powered Radar Warning Receiver (RWR) system for fourth-generation aircraft, enhancing aircrew survivability and accelerating AI/ML capability deployment [1][2] Group 1: Technology and Innovation - The Cognitive Algorithm Deployment System (CADS) integrates the latest Embedded Graphics Processing Unit with Deepwave Digital's computing stack, allowing AI models to be incorporated into Raytheon's legacy RWR systems for AI/ML processing at the sensor level [2] - CADS employs cognitive methods to sense, identify, and prioritize threats, significantly enhancing the survivability of military personnel by processing data with minimal latency [3] Group 2: Testing and Implementation - Initial CADS hardware and cognitive radar processing capabilities were successfully tested on Raytheon's flight test aircraft, including demonstrations on an F-16 at the Air National Guard's test range in December [3] - CADS is expected to begin procurement across multiple platforms in early 2025 [4] Group 3: Company Overview - Raytheon, as part of RTX, has over 100 years of experience in developing defense solutions, focusing on integrated air and missile defense, advanced sensors, and missile defense systems [5] - RTX is the largest aerospace and defense company globally, with over 185,000 employees and projected sales exceeding $80 billion in 2024 [6]

ELCAN Specter DR dual role sight enhances optical capabilities for NATO allies NUREMBERG, Germany, Feb. 24, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Raytheon, an RTX (NYSE: RTX) business was awarded an additional multi-million-dollar contract by the Danish Defence Armed Forces for ELCAN Specter DR dual role sights. The NATO Support Procurement Support Agency (NSPA) is the contracting authority.The ELCAN Specter DR sight is a direct-view optic that provides close quarters and precision capability in a single sight. The Specter ...

Group 1 - The GTF-powered Airbus A321XLR has received certification from the European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA), paving the way for its entry into service [1][2] - The PW1100G-JM engine's type certificates were updated to include the A321XLR, with EASA granting certification on February 7, 2025, and the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration on December 12, 2024 [1] - The A321XLR is noted for its fuel efficiency, burning 30% less fuel per seat compared to previous generation aircraft, which enhances its operational economics [2] Group 2 - Pratt & Whitney has delivered over 2,200 GTF-powered aircraft to more than 80 customers globally, indicating strong market acceptance [2] - The next engine configuration, GTF Advantage, is designed to provide higher take-off thrust and improved operating economics, making it well-suited for the A321XLR [2] - RTX, the parent company of Pratt & Whitney, is the largest aerospace and defense company, with 2024 sales exceeding $80 billion [4]

Hardware procurement begins for XA103 prototype build and test  EAST HARTFORD, Conn., Feb. 20, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Pratt & Whitney, an RTX (NYSE: RTX) business, completed the detailed design review of its Next-Generation Adaptive Propulsion (NGAP) offering with the U.S. Air Force. Pratt & Whitney presented directly from its collaborative digital environment, providing reviewers with immediate access to all the data and material to satisfy the stringent criteria. Passing this fully digital evaluation allows ...

RTX Corporation’s (RTX) unit, Pratt & Whitney, recently announced its plans to enhance its global network of GTF engines’ maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) by partnering with Sanad Group. As part of this collaboration, a new state-of-the-art MRO facility will be established in Al Ain, UAE, which should further fortify RTX’s presence in the region.Details of RTX’s FacilityThe new MRO facility is set to be operational by 2028. The facility will service Pratt & Whitney’s PW1100G-JM and PW1500G engines for ...

Contract will improve readiness and reduce costs for more than 400 enginesEAST HARTFORD, Conn., Feb. 20, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Pratt & Whitney, an RTX (NYSE: RTX) business, secured a three-year contract valued up to $1.5 billion to sustain F119 engines, which power the U.S. Air Force's F-22 fighter jets. The contract will improve readiness and reduce costs for an F119 fleet of more than 400 engines that have flown over 900,000 engine flight hours."The F119's readiness and reliability rates have never been mo ...

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Demos highlight maturity and capability of Raytheon NGSRI solutionTUCSON, Ariz., Feb. 18, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Raytheon, an RTX (NYSE: RTX) business, announced a series of 10 successful subsystem demonstrations for the U.S. Army's Next-Generation Short-Range Interceptor (NGSRI), which will eventually replace the Stinger® surface-to-air missile."These successful subsystem demonstrations are a crucial step in meeting the U.S. Army's range and performance requirements for this transformational short-range air ...