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Naval Escalation in an Unmanned Context

Naval Escalation in an Unmanned Context

Lessons about escalation from two decades of operational employment of unmanned aircraft cannot be imported, …

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Why drone boats are an overhyped Achilles' fleet

Why drone boats are an overhyped Achilles' fleet

As the United States races to field unmanned surface vessels, the hype should not overshadow severe operation…

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The Unplanned Costs of an Unmanned Fleet

The Unplanned Costs of an Unmanned Fleet

Two subjects are nearly inescapable in commentary about the U.S. Navy today. The first is the much-maligned, …

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Will Americans Die for Freedom of Navigation?

Will Americans Die for Freedom of Navigation?

The U.S. Navy's Freedom of Navigation Operations (FONOP) in East Asia are often sold as a way to challenge Ch…

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China's Maritime Militia and Fishing Fleets

China's Maritime Militia and Fishing Fleets

China uses its maritime militia and fishing fleets as policy instruments to bridge the economic, informationa…

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The 100-Ship Navy - War on the Rocks

The 100-Ship Navy - War on the Rocks

Naval officers pray at the altar of "more ships." We demand more of them, fantasize about new ways to use the…

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By Ryan Hartman, Scott Philips, Jonathan Panter
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For years, ground autonomy lagged well behind its counterparts in the air. That gap is starting to close. Jonathan is joined by Ryan Hartman (Ondas Sentinel) and Scott Philips (Forterra) to examine what it takes to field autonomous ground vehicles in combat. The conversation ranges across what Ukraine and Gaza have taught them, what operating without GPS and resilient communications really looks like, air-ground teaming, and more. Image: Lance Cpl. Talan Werner via DVIDS. Get the Brief
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By Michael Duffey, Jonathan Panter
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Under Secretary of Defense for Acquisition and Sustainment Michael P. Duffey joins Jonathan to discuss the Pentagon’s ongoing acquisition transformation. Their conversation spans the recent munitions agreements, industry investments, the shift to portfolio acquisition executives, allied coproduction, and more. Image: Cpl. Sarah Grawcock via DVIDS.
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By Alex Grant, Jonathan Panter, Wes Spurlock
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There’s a clear consensus that America hollowed out its critical minerals base. How to rebuild it is less settled. Alex Grant of Magrathea Metals and Wes Spurlock of Principal Mineral join Jonathan to discuss the processing technology, labor force, and how government can catalyze private capital investment in the sector rather than replace it. Image: U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission via Wikimedia Commons.
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