News for 26 August 2026 | The First Technical

New UAV with coaxial rotors for rapid deployment invented in Russia
Blades and tail assembly fold, maintaining compactness during transport

A walking modular complex for Arctic exploration developed at Mining University
The system can move independently over difficult terrain

After the shutdown of Russia's only optical fiber plant, imports are allowed only until 2027
Initially, it was planned to postpone the introduction of strict localization requirements until 2028

Medium-class drone engines begin production at Moscow's FC BAS: UAV flight over 20 hours
The pilot batch with a 120-hour safety margin is ready for mass production

The Mystery of the "Pink Horizon": Traces of an Ancient Catastrophe Found in Lake Onego by Herzen RSPU Scientists
High concentration of iron oxide particles in ancient sediments strengthens the theory of a meteorite impact that caused a millennium-long cooling period

Arctic Institute Outlines Program for "North Pole-43" Expedition: Over 50 Scientific Projects
Priority areas include oceanography, atmospheric studies, and seabed mapping

Successfully and Covertly: How the Russian Military-Industrial Complex Increased Its Power Since 2022
The domestic economy quickly transitioned to producing essential military goods







