John Knowles and Matt Thompson discuss Iran's recent drone attack on Israel, directed energy weapons, U.S. defense budget, and spectrum reallocation challenges in the electromagnetic spectrum operations.
Continuous assessment and adaptation of defense systems are vital in response to evolving threats.
Advancing defense technologies like high-power microwave weapons and lasers is crucial for countering complex battle scenarios effectively.
Finding a balance between protecting essential spectrum for defense purposes and exploring shared spectrum usage with commercial entities is critical for spectrum management.
Deep dives
NI's Commitment to Tactical Advantage in EW Design and Test
NI is dedicated to providing a modular, agile, and scalable approach to EW design and test to enhance capabilities in the electromagnetic spectrum. From spectral monitoring to drone defense applications, NI facilitates faster deployment of advanced capabilities, improving mission readiness.
Security Concerns Following Drone Missile Attack from Iran
The recent drone missile attack from Iran towards Israel raised significant security concerns. While Israel, the US, and Jordan successfully intercepted most of the drones, the event highlighted regional instability and prompted discussions on EW implications and future responses to such threats.
Lessons Learned from Iran's Drone Attack
The drone attack by Iran provided insights into their tactics, testing the response capabilities of the targeted countries. Despite the interception of most drones, Iran likely aimed to gauge the response and push boundaries, emphasizing the need for continuous assessment and adaptation of defense systems.
Importance of Innovative Defense Technologies for Future Threats
The podcast delves into the necessity of advancing defense technologies, such as high-power microwave weapons and lasers, for countering evolving threats effectively. The discussion underscores the need for rapid deployment and continual improvements in defense systems to address complex and dynamic battle scenarios.
Challenges and Strategies in Spectrum Management
The conversation transitions to the critical topic of spectrum management, highlighting the complexities in balancing military and commercial spectrum needs. Addressing the necessity to adapt to changing dynamics in spectrum use, the podcast underscores the importance of finding a balance between protecting essential spectrum for defense purposes and exploring innovative solutions for shared spectrum usage with commercial entities.
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In this AOC member/subscriber-only episode of From the Crows’ Nest, host Ken Miller is joined once again by John Knowles, Editor-in-Chief of the Journal of Electromagnetic Dominance (JED) and Matt Thompson, AOC’s Senior Analyst to discuss current events and news on electromagnetic spectrum operations (EMSO). Together, they share their insights on Iran’s recent drone and missile attack against Israel and what lessons should the U.S. and its allies learn from the attack. They also discuss the development and fielding of directed energy weapons, the U.S. defense budget, and how to keep the titanic from sinking on spectrum reallocation and dynamic spectrum access.
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