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Framework And Elemental Training Approaches For Military Operations
Abstract: Extended Reality (XR) is increasingly used for training in military and emergency response contexts, yet its pedagogical application to high-risk and cognitively demanding environments remains underdeveloped. This paper argues that XR’s primary value lies in its ability to regulate cognitive load through staged, elemental training rather than holistic simulation. Problem statement: How can Extended Read More
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Enhancing Communicative Skills For Combined Operations Through A Multimodal XR-AI Training System
Abstract: Communicative interoperability is vital in multinational coalition warfare. While current Extended Reality (XR) systems excel in procedural motor training, this study proposes developing the KMA-XR-AI system to expand this scope to the communicative ‘fog of war.’ The system is intended to synergise multimodal sensing with adaptive AI to complement traditional XR capabilities. By fusing Read More
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Gamification of Tactics: Enhancing Combined Arms Thinking and Decision-Making in Officer Cadets
Abstract: Recent conflicts underscore the practical relevance of simulation-based and gamified approaches to military training. From the use of commercial platforms for pilot familiarisation to incentive-based systems for drone operators in Ukraine, gamified logic is increasingly shaping how military personnel train, adapt, and perform under operational conditions. Based on an exploratory field trial and drawing Read More
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The Future Of Maritime Interactions In The Age of AI
Abstract: Artificial Intelligence is transforming warfare on land, in the air, and above all—for this paper—at sea. AI is not only enhancing non-kinetic dimensions, such as information dominance, cyber operations, and decision-making processes, but is also amplifying the effectiveness of kinetic means. Recent conflicts have demonstrated how AI-enabled systems are used to deter, degrade, and Read More
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Technical, Organisational, And Strategic Dimensions In Defence-Critical Contexts
Abstract: Artificial Intelligence is transforming the functioning and interaction of weapon systems and changing how battles are fought. That said, there are still many unresolved questions regarding the safety and security of AI systems. The core concern is that military organisations must adopt a multifaceted approach to effectively manage AI-associated risks, combining technical measures with Read More
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Innovative Technologies In The Development Of Explosives And Pyrotechnics For Modern Warfare
Abstract: Explosives and pyrotechnics play a critical role in modern military technology. Recent advancements in nanotechnology, artificial intelligence, and 3D additive manufacturing are transforming the development, applications, and safety of these technologies. This paper examines how these disruptive technologies shape the future of explosives while addressing the challenges of their ethical application. Special attention is Read More
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Autonomous Weapons and Soldier Morale
Abstract: The emergence of autonomous weapons systems (AWS) represents a clear shift in warfare and raises critical questions about the impact this change will have on soldiers’ morale on a 21st-century battlefield. The complex effects that such technology has on military morale are highlighted through historical parallels to previous, similar military innovations and supplemented by Read More
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Resilience And Agility: Supply Chain Requirements In Military Operations
Abstract: In a less predictable operational environment, resilience and agility are vital requirements for military sustainment. To demonstrate this, we highlight the shortcomings in military supply chains and identify solutions and practices adopted by various organisations to address recognised challenges. Furthermore, there is a need to understand more about new practices and innovations in the Read More
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A Critical View Of NATO’s Science And Technology Trends 2025–2045
Abstract: NATO’s Science and Technology Trends 2025–2045 report represents a significant effort to forecast innovation in the defence-industrial complex. Indeed, upon closer examination, it becomes evident that the report is based on a limited epistemological standpoint and does not fully utilise the possibilities offered by a set of foresight methodologies. There are five key constraints: Read More
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AI In The Line Of Fire: Rethinking Ethics In The Face Of Nuclear Threats
Abstract: Decision-making regarding target engagement, including considerations for scenarios involving the tactical use of nuclear weapons, requires a multilayered, well-structured, predictable, and traceable approach. The integration of AI into such high-stakes scenarios amplifies the need for transparency, aligning decision-making models to trusted tenets and focused training (the 3Ts) in order to avoid the five cognitive Read More
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