Military
Learn about the main trends in military technology for 2022
The military field is always looking for new developments that can be applied to improve or favor the performance of the troops, their investigations, intelligence activities, surveillance, and all the actions they carry out in general.
For this 2022, technological advances offer new advantages, and the military area is inclined towards the most profitable trends.
Trends in military technology for 2022
We present the main technological trends that will be implemented in the military field this year.
Artificial intelligence
The implementation of AI in the defense area significantly improves the level of military reasoning through computers, which is advantageous in intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance (ISR) missions.
On the other hand, artificial vision facilitates the management of team security and strengthens autonomous weapons systems, which translates into a reduction in soldier casualties.
Additionally, thanks to swarm computing, the development of self-organized intelligent systems capable of working as a team to achieve a strategic objective.
Advanced defense equipment
The development of high-tech defensive equipment is a reality. Creations related to directed energy weapons, hypersonic flight and space militarization are in the works.
Additionally, the military defense field is also working to achieve zero emissions. To do this, it has been investing in battlefield electrification methods and testing hydrogen fuels.
On the other hand, they have also been dabbling in nanotechnology and biotechnology research to develop self-repairing armor and equipment.
Robotics and Autonomous Systems (RAS)
RAS technologies allow the military to protect its forces, reduce cognitive and physical work, increase situational awareness, facilitate movement in difficult terrain and secure populations or regions.
RAS gains more and more importance, since it guarantees greater freedom when carrying out maneuvers and fulfilling the mission with minimal risk.
Using drones also improves situational awareness in battlefields. In addition, the robots help with the removal of landmines or explosive devices, with search and rescue missions, and provide logistical support.
Cyberwar
Cyber attacks have spread in recent years, and their consequences have grown ever larger. Faced with this reality, the military industry has begun to use a combination of AI, cybersecurity and automation to discover potential threats and stop them in a timely manner.
These detection mechanisms focus primarily on nuclear security, cyber protection for institutions, and military equipment. Additionally, they have also been developing attack techniques for cyber warfare including malware, ransomware, and phishing.
Immersive technologies
Through immersive technologies, the combat and flight training of soldiers is considerably improved.
Virtual Reality (VR) is used to create Synthetic Training Environments (STE), which allows for enhanced experiences in the area of training and mission simulations, which greatly favors the training of soldiers and units.
On the other hand, augmented reality (AR) allows greater effectiveness in missions, thanks to portable glasses or helmets. Both devices provide soldiers with key information such as movement markers, cartographic data, among others. All of this optimizes real-time decision-making during missions.
Undoubtedly, technology and its advances represent a great advantage for the military industry, and the development of equipment and tools that facilitate its operations.