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Defense Innovation in a Hurry | Lincoln News
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- Jul 5, 2026
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- 100
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Summary
The Pentagon’s racing to ramp up missile and rocket production after burning through billions in Ukraine, slashing red tape and betting on startups to fill the gap. Big defense giants like Lockheed and Boeing are stuck with shortages, so new players are turning to auto chips, fracking pipes, and even drug-making tech to slash costs and speed up manufacturing. While 3D printing promises faster builds, old-school bottlenecks like curing ovens still slow things down. But these agile startups are proving they can deliver — landing Pentagon contracts that boost their credibility and cash flow, all while pushing the limits of what defense tech can become. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn Advertise on DNN: [email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/c262a0eb3dbf0328