Hope Seck

Washington, D.C.

Freelance journalist, full-time mom of 4 (new!), BQ marathoner. Formers: Managing editor @Militarydotcom, VP @MilReporters, @IrregWarfare Ed. Director.

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Articles

Ill-fated Gaza pier mission lacked sufficient training, equipment: IG

1 week ago | militarytimes.com | Hope Seck

In March 2024, then-President Joe Biden announced the U.S. would create a new pathway for international aid into war-torn Gaza: a floating pier system operated by the Army and Navy known as Joint Logistics Over-the-Shore, or JLOTS. Later that month, construction was underway on the pier; but it was unceremoniously shut down for good in July, having spent only 20 days active amid equipment failures and insurmountable sea conditions.
Space Force Will Get Its Own Special Operations Element

1 week ago | realcleardefense.com | Hope Seck

SOCOM was partnering with the U.S. Space, Cyber and Strategic Commands “to advance the convergence of SOF, space, and cyber effects,” a collaboration he called “a critical nexus.” Read Full Article » Show comments Hide Comments Related Articles
The Marines’ Unmanned Ground Vehicle Will Look a Lot Like the Army’s

1 week ago | realcleardefense.com | Hope Seck

The Marines’ Unmanned Ground Vehicle Will Look a Lot Like the Army’s After several years of testing and experiments, the Marine Corps is sure it wants an unmanned ground vehicle Read Full Article »
The Marines’ unmanned ground vehicle will look a lot like the Army’s

2 weeks ago | defensenews.com | Hope Seck

It’s official: After several years of testing and experiments, the Marine Corps is sure it wants an unmanned ground vehicle. Speaking at the Modern Day Marine conference in Washington on Wednesday, Lt. Col. Scott Humr, the deputy for the Marines’ Intelligent Robotics and Autonomous Systems program, said the Corps was now developing a requirements document for its multi-purpose UGV, though the timing of its publication was still to be determined.
Marine training chief wants to ‘let NCOs loose’ with more drone access

2 weeks ago | militarytimes.com | Hope Seck

The Marines’ new is tackling the challenge of turning drones into weapons. And they want to get more rank-and-file Marines in on the action. The Corps’ Attack Drone Team — announced with videos and fanfare March 31 — represents what leaders hope is a turning point in ground-level drone warfare. While infantry units have integrated small unmanned aerial vehicles in formations for intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance, armed drone warfare has largely been left to much larger platforms.
‘Make American Ships Again:’ On Heels of Shipuilding EO, Lawmakers Re-Introduce SHIPS Act

2 weeks ago | news.usni.org | Hope Seck

A bipartisan coalition of lawmakers is hoping an executive order signed earlier this month will give oxygen to a sprawling bill intended to revitalize the commercial maritime and shipbuilding industries and rebuff China. Sens. Mark Kelly (D-Ariz.) and Todd Young (R-Ind.) joined Reps. John Garamendi (D-Calif.) and Trent Kelly (R-Miss.) in reintroducing the Shipbuilding and Harbor Infrastructure for Prosperity and Security (SHIPS) for America Act Wednesday morning. According to an estimate from Sen.
Marine Corps may scrap plan for SNCO barracks RAs over legal issue

2 weeks ago | defensenews.com | Hope Seck

A nearly $11 billion plan to overhaul Marine Corps barracks condition and maintenance by 2037 may have to ditch a component that would have placed staff noncommissioned officers in enlisted barracks to mentor Marines and maintain order.
Why This New Marine Corps Unit Is Training With Autonomous Narco-Subs

2 weeks ago | realcleardefense.com | Hope Seck

Why This New Marine Corps Unit Is Training With Autonomous Narco-Subs
A robot’s ‘eyes’ and a satellite’s view are changing the way we detect crop diseases

2 weeks ago | usatoday.com | Hope Seck

In a special test vineyard in New York State, you may spot an unusual sight: tall, boxy robots with rugged tires patrolling the cultivated rows, moving autonomously thanks to onboard GPS. As they navigate the landscape, customized sensing cameras capture not just images but also spectral data — light reflection patterns allowing for identification and analysis not possible with the naked eye.
Marines want to add counter-drone weapon to amphibious vehicle

2 weeks ago | defensenews.com | Hope Seck

As final tests get underway for Amphibious Combat Vehicle variants sporting 30mm cannons and crane hooks, the Marine Corps is exploring how to incorporate another add-on: a counter-unmanned aerial systems capability. Col.