Frontline Technologies: Drones, Electronic Warfare, and New War Tactics

21.08.2025

The trend of developing carrier drones—unmanned platforms that transport and launch other drones without direct human involvement on the battlefield—is rapidly gaining momentum. This “drone-mother” significantly enhances the capabilities of automated unmanned systems across all combat domains.

Author:
Center for Army Research,
Conversion and Disarmament Studies

The article “Frontline Technologies: Drones, Electronic Warfare, and New War Tactics” highlights specific engineering solutions that are already reshaping the battlefield. These include FPV drones equipped with thermal imagers for nighttime target detection, and models with armor-piercing warheads that remain effective even under active EW conditions. Mobile electronic warfare systems that jam communications and GPS on the move, as well as next-generation anti-drone rifles with extended range, are particularly impressive. Also notable are drone swarm coordination systems enabling synchronized attacks controlled by a single operator, and engineering solutions for protecting electronics—from shielding to heat-resistant materials. This is not just about hardware; it’s the emergence of a new combat logic where speed, autonomy, and technological superiority are decisive.

Frontline Technologies: Drones, Electronic Warfare, and New War Tactics

Author:Center for Army Research,Conversion and Disarmament Studies

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Author:
Center for Army Research,
Conversion and Disarmament Studies