Drumbeats of Iran-Israel War Grow Louder and Closer
October 7, 2024
Escalating tensions between Iran and Israel have placed the region on the brink of war, sparking global concerns.
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Air Commodore Raza Haider (Retd)
Director
Air Commodore Raza Haider (Retd)
Professional Experience
Air Commodore Raza Haider (Retd) is Director at the Centre of Aerospace and Security Studies (CASS), Islamabad, where he conducts research with a specialised focus on Emerging Technologies and Aerospace Industry. An accomplished aerospace engineer with an MPhil in Strategic Studies from the National Defense University, Islamabad, he brings three decades of invaluable experience. He played a pivotal role in the development and production of the JF-17 Thunder aircraft, including five years of experience in China dealing with cutting-edge aerospace technologies. He retired as Deputy Chief Project Director JF-17 Program from Pakistan Air Force and was awarded Sitara-i-Imtiaz Military on his commendable contributions. Air Commodore Haider is a prolific writer, contributing regularly to various magazines and journals.
Publications
Gadget Bombs and Tech Warfare
September 19, 2024
The recent attack in Lebanon involving a ‘Pager’ and ‘Walkie Talkie’ as a delivery mechanism for an explosive device has sent shockwaves across the globe. This incident brings into sharper focus a worrisome new twist to technological warfare and
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East or West? Who Will Rule the 5th Industrial Revolution?
May 13, 2024
The world economy saw a ‘great divergence’ as a result of the first two Industrial Revolutions (IR-1 and IR-2) between 1750 and 1950 AD. The economic shift occurred from East to West as a result of industrial development by Western European nations led by Great Britain. The key to their success was the use of then-new technologies like steam power, mechanisation, automobiles, railways, telegraphs or electricity at every level of industrialisation
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Digital Transformation of the Aerospace Industry
March 28, 2024
The aerospace industry has embarked on a rapid journey towards digitalisation, embracing the principles of Industry 4.0 by integrating emerging technologies into its industrial processes. Among the myriad of technologies, those showing the most promise for extensive industrial application include 3D manufacturing, robotics, augmented reality, Artificial Intelligence (AI), and digital twin simulation. The aerospace industry, being a high-tech sector, is best suited to reap multiple benefits from such emerging technologies.
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3J’s in PAF’s Fighter Fleet: A Lethal Combination
February 20, 2024
The Pakistan Air Force (PAF), known for its forward-thinking approach, has consistently embraced cutting-edge technologies, boasting a fleet composed of advanced aircraft. Currently, the PAF operates two formidable ‘J series’ fighters: the JF-17 and J-10C, alongside other potent fighters like the US F-16, French Mirage, and Chinese F-7P (originally J-7) aircraft.
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‘Made in China 2025’ : Blueprint for Future Industries
February 1, 2024
The foundation of a nation’s progress lies in its robust industrial sector, shaping its economic vitality and strategic influence. China, having a formidable industrial base, has secured a prominent global standing across diverse sectors. Its ‘Made in China’ (MIC) 2025 project marks a paradigm shift with a primary focus on becoming a global leader in high-tech industries through a dual-pronged approach.
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