Revolúcia v armáde: Čo nás čakuje? – Pohľad Petra Zeihana

In recent years, we have witnessed dramatic changes in military technology. Peter Zeihan, in his latest video, analyzes how new materials, data transmission, and energy storage are changing the way armies function and what innovations await us in the coming years. He focuses on fringe cases that will soon become common practice, bringing revolutionary changes to the effectiveness of military operations.

Key Insights

• Automated Rescue: Drones are taking over search and rescue operations, thereby increasing battlefield awareness and enabling more targeted assistance on the battlefield.
• Perch and Stare: Mobile sensors – drones with long battery life – continuously monitor their surroundings, providing extensive information without the need for constant flight.
• Underwater Swarms: Small, inexpensive underwater devices can be used to neutralize expensive submarines, thereby changing the dynamics of naval warfare.
• Return to Lost Expertise: During the post-Soviet era and the period of counter-terrorism, defense against air attacks and mine clearance were neglected, requiring the renewal of these capabilities.
• Dronification of the Coast Guard: Given the limited resources for a traditional naval fleet, the dronification of the coast guard is an effective solution for monitoring and protecting coastlines.

Automated Rescue: Drones as Saviors

Traditionally challenging and risky search and rescue operations on the battlefield are becoming much more effective thanks to the deployment of drones. These devices not only increase battlefield awareness of developments on the front but also enable more targeted supply delivery and the conduct of rescue operations. Drones can quickly fly over vast areas and locate injured soldiers or shot-down pilots, significantly increasing their chances of rescue.

Perch and Stare: Silent Observers

The "Perch and Stare" concept represents a revolution in reconnaissance and surveillance. Instead of continuous flight, drones find a suitable location (for example, building corners) and settle there, using solar panels to extend battery life. This creates an extensive network of mobile sensors that constantly monitor the surroundings without being detected. This technology allows for the surveillance of vast areas with minimal costs and risks.

Underwater Swarms: A New Dimension in Naval Warfare

Submarines are one of the most expensive assets of modern armies. Peter Zeihan points to the possibility of using small, inexpensive underwater devices – so-called swarms – which can be used to neutralize submarines. Even if each such device contains only a small payload (for example, 1 kilogram of explosives), their coordinated attack can disable even an expensive and sophisticated submarine.

Return to Lost Expertise: Mine Clearance and Air Defense

After the end of the Cold War and during the period of counter-terrorism, some areas of military technology were neglected because they were not considered priorities. These include primarily mine clearance (both landmines and naval mines) and defense against air attacks. Peter Zeihan emphasizes the need to renew these capabilities, suggesting the use of drones for the detection and neutralization of mines and the deployment of drones as a substitute for traditional "wild weasel" aircraft, which served to suppress air defenses.

Dronification of the Coast Guard: An Effective Solution for Countries with Extensive Coastlines

Countries with extensive coastlines face challenges in ensuring their protection. A traditional navy is expensive and costly to operate. The dronification of the coast guard represents an effective solution that allows for monitoring and protecting coastlines with minimal costs.

Conclusion: The Future of Military Technology Belongs to Drones and Innovations

Peter Zeihan emphasizes that we are only at the beginning of a technological revolution in military technology. Drones are just the tip of this iceberg, and further development of materials and energy sources will bring new and unpredictable applications. It is essential for armies to follow these trends and adapt to the changing environment.

References

• Zeihan on Geopolitics Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/PeterZeihan
• Newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/zeihan/the-revolution-in-military-affairs-whats-ahead

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