Today’s wars are increasingly characterized by the vital role played by drones. The conflict over Nagorno-Karabakh in 2020 and the war in Ukraine are often apostrophized as “drone wars.” Yet, the full scope of operations that will be possible with the latest and especially future generations of drones is only just beginning to emerge. There is, however, some confusion surrounding the term “drone,” as many different types are subsumed under it. In this chapter, a technical distinction is first made between different types of drone before outlining the new military possibilities and future developments.
Bibliographic record
Schörnig, N. (2024). Technical, Military, and Political Developments in the Field of Drones. In: Göttsche, M. & Daase, C. (Eds.). Perspectives on Dual Use. CNTR Monitor – Technology and Arms Control 2024. PRIF – Peace Research Institute Frankfurt.
Author
Dr. Niklas Schörnig
