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In today's rapidly evolving defense environment, technological obsolescence poses a persistent yet often overlooked threat to military preparedness. As defense systems age, critical components become unavailable, creating vulnerabilities that can undermine mission readiness. Reverse engineering, however, has emerged as a pivotal strategy for mitigating these challenges, providing military and defense agencies with a practical and cost-effective way to maintain operational readiness.

The F-16 Fighting Falcon, originally designed as the U.S. Air Force’s premier air-to-air day fighter, has undergone significant evolution over its more than forty years of service. Initially engineered for high maneuverability and rapid response, this fourth-generation aircraft introduced groundbreaking innovations such as a negative stability fly-by-wire control system, a frameless bubble canopy, and a side-mounted control stick. Its strengthened airframe and reclined ejection seat allow for high-G maneuvers, making it a formidable air superiority fighter.

The USS Cushing, a U.S. Navy destroyer, cut through the dark waters of the open sea, its crew on high alert. A hostile missile had been detected inbound, locked onto their position with deadly precision. Within seconds, the ship’s advanced RADAR system identified the threat, triggering an immediate response from the vessel’s surface-to-air missile defense system. The crew worked seamlessly, executing their well-rehearsed protocols. A missile launched from the ship’s deck, streaking toward the incoming threat. The two projectiles met in a fiery explosion high above the ocean, neutralizing the danger before it could reach the fleet. Moments like this underscore the absolute necessity of maintaining peak operational readiness at sea—where split-second decisions and the reliability of defense systems mean the difference between success and catastrophe.

In the ever-evolving defense industry, maintaining and testing critical electronic and avionics systems is a constant challenge. As technology advances, legacy test equipment often becomes obsolete, creating significant hurdles in maintaining operational readiness. Manufacturers and military organizations must either find ways to support aging test platforms or invest in costly new systems.

Duotech Services (DSI), a recognized leader in specialized sustainment and engineering services for aerospace and defense users worldwide, was honored to welcome Congressman Chuck Edwards, U.S. Representative for the 11th District of North Carolina, at its 35,000 square foot facility in Franklin, North Carolina today.

We love this time of year, the Christmas season and all the peace, love, and joy it brings to our hearts. At the close of another year, we gratefully pause to wish you a warm and Happy Holiday season.

an Aerospace and Defense company located in Franklin, NC. Since its founding by Dan and Cheryl Rogers in 1982, our company has grown to be one of the most successful companies in the western part of North Carolina.

Marking a major milestone, Duotech’s ARGUS RWR has been sold internationally for the first time. ARGUS is a highly affordable digital threat detection system designed for a variety of platforms and applications. This solution provides calibration methods to utilize existing antennas in the F-5, F-16, C-130, and other platforms.

Duotech Services, Inc receives the Outstanding Repair Facility Award for 2021 from Federal Defense Industries (FDI). Working with FDI, Duotech Services received the award for outstanding performance by a repair facility in the Aircraft Equipment & Parts category.

To assist in the battle being waged against the Coronavirus, the U.S. Navy is activating its two hospital ships, USNS Mercy and USNS Comfort, and sending them into the fight.

A rising sophomore from Rabun Gap-Nacoochee School joined the Duotech Services team for the Summer. Alex Mescher spent his break from school gaining a better insight into the role of Mechanical Engineer in the Aerospace and Defense community.