Cutting through the fog of war: Armed forces strive to reduce fratricide threat

Article Abstract:

Co-operative battlefield combat identification systems are viewed as a key component in cutting down casualties or fratricide, the biggest killer of coalition troops in recent high-intensity operations. Several technologies solutions are proposed and nations transforming their forces to implement newly assumed commitments within coalitions operations are urgently awaiting guidance from the US on which system to employ.

Management dynamics, Management, Control, Company business management, Fratricide

---

Armed forces drive advanced solutions to convoy protection

Article Abstract:

The primary aim of convoy protection is immediate defense, which is complicated by factors like the duration of the mission, the terrain traversed, and operational circumstances. The resources being devoted to counter the problem include the use of sophisticated technology to assess the threat and co-ordinate communications.

General services, Usage, Safety and security measures, Military communications

---

Similar abstracts:

• Abstracts: Dealing with the Russian 'arsenal of anarchy'. Gulf faces convergence of maritime and terrorist threats
• Abstracts: On the conduct of war: Applying theoretical doctrine into practical application. What is an assaultman?
• Abstracts: Mowag Piranhas get bigger and tougher. New class of armored vehicle emerges to counter mine threat. CMI Defence continues its development of 105 mm mobile gun system with firing tests
• Abstracts: UK's HERTI UAV programme gathers pace. RAF evaluates technology for future front line. UK's Joint Force Harrier takes delivery of first updated GR.9 from BAE Systems
• Abstracts: Armoured Land Rover supports Czech forces. Czech RACCOS units become operational. Czech Army BVP-2 Infantry Combat Vehicles benefit from enhanced night-vision capability

This website is not affiliated with document authors or copyright owners. This page is provided for informational purposes only. Unintentional errors are possible.