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On April 10, 2024, Chief of Space Operations Gen. Chance Saltzman unveiled the U.S. Space Force’s Commercial Space Strategy, a transformative roadmap designed to harness the ingenuity of the private sector to secure America’s dominance in the increasingly contested realm of space. This bold initiative underscores the critical importance of …
Read More »Cognitive Warfare: The Invisible Frontline of Modern Conflict
In an era defined by rapid technological advancements and interconnected societies, the battleground has shifted from physical territories to the intangible realm of the human mind. Cognitive warfare, a concept rooted in the manipulation and exploitation of perceptions, beliefs, and decision-making processes, represents a new and potent dimension of modern …
Read More »Advancing Warfare: Joint All-Domain Command and Control (JADC2) for Integrated and Networked Multidomain Capability
In an era of rapidly evolving global security threats and increasingly contested battlespaces, military forces must operate seamlessly across air, land, sea, space, and cyberspace to maintain strategic superiority. As adversaries deploy sophisticated technologies and unconventional tactics, traditional command and control (C2) systems are insufficient to address the speed and …
Read More »The Evolving Space Domain: Strengthening U.S. National Space Strategy through the Space Force and SDA Integration
As the space domain has become more congested, the potential for intentional and unintentional threats to space system assets has increased. Space is also becoming another domain of conflict due to enhanced militarization and weaponization of space. This is driving nations whose military is highly dependent on space to launch …
Read More »The Dawn of Future Neuro-Cognitive Warfare: Exploiting Adversary’s Cognitive, Physiological, and Behavioral Vulnerabilities
Introduction In an era of relentless technological advancement, the nature of warfare is undergoing a profound transformation. The battlefield of the future is evolving beyond the physical and digital realms, encroaching into the human mind and brain. Welcome to the dawn of future neuro-cognitive warfare, a paradigm where adversaries seek …
Read More »NASA’s Space Sustainability Strategy: Ensuring the Future of Space Operations
To address the rapidly evolving space environment and ensure its preservation for future generations, NASA has released the first part of its integrated Space Sustainability Strategy. This marks a pivotal step in advancing NASA’s leadership in this critical global issue, as the agency recognizes the growing challenges posed by the …
Read More »Batteries: The Critical Element of Modern Military Power
Introduction Batteries have emerged as the cornerstone of modern military strategy, underpinning a diverse array of platforms from land vehicles and soldier-carried devices to aerial drones and naval systems. As technology advances, the shift from traditional fuel sources to advanced battery systems is transforming military operations by delivering longer endurance, …
Read More »The Military Race for Integrated Cyber, Space, EW, Signals Intelligence, and Communications Capability for Information Dominance
Modern warfare is no longer confined to physical battlegrounds. The domains of cyberspace, outer space, electronic warfare (EW), signals intelligence, and communications have emerged as critical arenas for achieving information dominance. These integrated capabilities form the backbone of a nation’s strategic military edge, where victory often hinges on the ability …
Read More »INDUS-X: Catalyzing US-India Defence Innovation Amid Achievements and Challenges
Introduction Launched in June 2023, the US-India Defence Acceleration Ecosystem (INDUS-X) represents a groundbreaking collaboration between two strategic partners committed to redefining the future of defence technology. By uniting top-tier academic institutions, pioneering startups, established industry players, and influential think tanks from both nations, INDUS-X has rapidly emerged as a …
Read More »China’s CCP Gray Zone Strategy: Winning Without Fighting in the Modern Era
In modern geopolitics, the People’s Republic of China (PRC), under the leadership of the Chinese Communist Party (CCP), has been employing a strategy that defies conventional warfare. This strategy, known as gray zone warfare, represents an approach where the CCP seeks to achieve its national objectives and expand its influence …
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