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Military Drones: Unmanned aerial vehicles (UAV)
Military Drones: Unmanned aerial vehicles (UAV)
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ExcellentUnmanned aircraft systems have grown in use in modern warfare over the last 20 years, being used for target acquisition, intelligence gathering, and strikes. Military Drones provides a guide to the main UAVs being flown in combat zones, including classics like the MQ-1 Predator and the Black Hornet Nano, as well as the Chinese tri-copter Scorpion and the French EADS Talarion.
Format: Hardback
Length: 128 pages
Publication date: 14 June 2023
Publisher: Amber Books Ltd
The use of unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) in modern warfare has experienced a remarkable surge over the past two decades. These versatile aerial vehicles have evolved beyond their initial roles of intelligence, data collection, and reconnaissance to become indispensable tools for target acquisition and direct strikes against enemy targets.
Organized by nationality, "Military Drones" offers a concise and comprehensive guide to the primary UAS being deployed in combat zones today. This comprehensive resource covers a wide range of UAS, including iconic classics like the MQ-1 Predator, renowned for its intelligence-gathering capabilities. Additionally, it features cutting-edge micro UAVs like the Black Hornet Nano, which is small enough to fit in the palm of a hand and is extensively used by ground troops for local situational awareness.
Furthermore, the book explores the Chinese tri-copter Scorpion, designed for stationary observation and strike roles in urban areas, as well as the French EADS Talarion, a twinjet long-endurance UAV engineered for high-altitude surveillance.
Illustrated with over 100 photographs and artworks, "Military Drones" provides a detailed and immersive exploration of these specialized military UAS. It sheds light on their technological advancements, operational capabilities, and strategic implications in modern battle spaces.
By delving into the world of unmanned aircraft systems, "Military Drones" serves as a valuable resource for military personnel, policymakers, enthusiasts, and anyone interested in understanding the evolving landscape of modern warfare.
Weight: 512g
Dimension: 223 x 179 x 18 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781838862916
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