In a bid to modernize its operations, the U.S. Army is considering measures to better conceal bases and hasten its anti-drone capabilities. Army Under Secretary Gabe Camarillo revealed these strategies in an interview, citing concerns such as the easy detection and subsequent attacks on bases. Despite the buzz around AI, Camarillo admitted that challenges in data management and a gap in workforce capabilities hinder its full integration.
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- The U.S. Army is looking to modernize its operations, focusing on improving the concealment of bases and accelerating anti-drone capabilities. This is to counteract enemy abilities to easily locate and strike bases.
- Army Under Secretary Gabe Camarillo is working with Gen. Randy George to reevaluate the networking and communication systems used in headquarters, aiming for equipment less visible on the electromagnetic spectrum and thus harder to target.
- The Army is exploring directed energy weapons and other technologies to counteract drone threats. An ongoing cycle of continuous development is being considered to adapt to the varying nature of drones.
- Artificial Intelligence (AI) is recognized as a key area for development, but challenges in consistent data formatting and aggregation, gaps in the workforce, and slow Defense Department networks limit its full implementation.
- While AI integration has its obstacles, the Army is optimistic about potential applications in intelligence, predictive logistics, and audits, and is collaborating with institutions like Carnegie Mellon to offer AI-related training to soldiers.
