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  • 15 Apr 2023
  • Conference Presentation

Autonomous Systems

By: Hise O. Gibson, Rob Wittman, Brandon Tseng, Nini Hamrick and Tim Booher
  • Language:English
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Abstract

Autonomous systems have been on the front lines and front pages in the war in Ukraine, yet there are many unanswered questions regarding their future role and capabilities. Currently, these systems are employed in myriad use cases in logistics, intelligence, and operations. From exquisite tactical wingmen to commercial off-the-shelf SUAS, these systems are changing the tactical and technological aspects of war. Dozens of unsolved dilemmas arise on how to effectively choose, manufacture, and use such systems from the perspective of industrialized warfare.

Keywords

War; Technology Adoption

Citation

"Autonomous Systems." Paper presented at the Technology and National Security Conference, MIT Sloan School of Management, Global Security Technology Club and Harvard Business School, Aerospace & Defense Club, Cambridge, MA, USA, April 15, 2023.

About The Author

Hise O. Gibson

Technology and Operations Management
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