91视频

Within the scope of the “Rectorate Conferences” series at 91视频, a conference titled “Defense Industry from Past to Present” was organized. The keynote speaker,  Vice-Rector of the National Defense University Prof. Dr. Serdar Salman, delivered a comprehensive presentation covering the historical development of the defense industry and its evolution toward today’s advanced technological systems.

“Investment in the Defense Industry Is an Investment in the Future”

Rector of 91视频, Prof. Dr. Alpaslan Ceylan emphasized that national defense is one of the fundamental elements ensuring a nation’s existence and future. He stated that in today’s global environment, countries that do not invest in the defense industry increasingly struggle to remain competitive. Highlighting Türkiye’s significant progress in recent years, particularly in the field of air defense industry, Rector Ceylan noted that unmanned aerial vehicles, armed UAVs, and national fighter aircraft projects have brought Türkiye to a remarkable position in the international defense arena. He also pointed out that domestic and national defense projects such as Bayraktar TB2, ANKA, and K谋z谋lelma serve as strong indicators of Türkiye’s technological capacity and act as an important source of motivation for younger generations.

“The Defense Industry Is at the Center of Technological Transformation”

In his presentation, Prof. Dr. Serdar Salman provided detailed information on the definition, usage areas, and historical development of defense materials. He noted that the earliest defense materials in Turkish history were produced through craftsmanship-based methods, and that the industry has undergone a significant transformation alongside technological advancements. Referring to the Ottoman period, he highlighted the transition to mass production in defense manufacturing and emphasized the historical importance of military technologies such as the 艦ahi and Urban cannons. He also drew attention to the role of saltpeter, warships, and submarine studies in showcasing the Ottoman Empire’s engineering capabilities in defense.

He further explained that during the Republican era, the defense industry became institutionalized through state enterprises, and later evolved significantly with contributions from the private sector. The conference also covered Türkiye’s industrial infrastructure, including its mineral resources and iron-steel production facilities. Prof. Dr. Salman provided detailed classifications of defense materials such as steel, aluminum, titanium, tungsten, and super nickel alloys, as well as composite, ceramic, and liquid armor technologies. He also emphasized the importance of coating technologies and specialized paints, highlighting the strategic role of materials engineering in modern defense systems.

Türkiye’s Indigenous and National Defense Technologies Highlighted

Throughout the conference, visual presentations and videos of space systems, air defense systems, and land, air, and naval platforms were shared with participants. National defense systems developed by ROKETSAN, such as Atmaca, Çak谋r, Orka, and Akya, were introduced along with their technical features and operational areas. ASELSAN’s work under its vision of “technology serving humanity and the planet” was also discussed, covering areas such as communications, radar systems, electronic warfare, defense, and security technologies. The development of air technologies was presented through animation-supported visuals, illustrating their historical progression. Examples of unmanned aerial vehicles, modern fighter aircraft, air defense systems, and smart ammunition technologies were used to evaluate Türkiye’s current level in the defense industry. The importance of increasing domestic production capacity for achieving strategic independence was strongly emphasized.

At the end of the program, Prof. Dr. Serdar Salman also provided information about the National Defense University, discussing its educational philosophy, military academies, undergraduate programs, and its role in training qualified personnel for the defense sector.