Battle Ready: 5 Innovations Most Armies Use Today

Most of us will agree that in order to achieve peace, we must make sacrifices. In today’s global scene, a lot of countries are taking immeasurable sacrifices to attain peace within their territories. Some countries like the U.S. help provide a military presence to smaller countries who have difficulties in maintaining peace inside their borders.

However, most of the world’s superpowers are catching up and are also at par with using advanced technologies for military purposes. Even small, but able countries such as Pakistan and Iraq employ advanced technologies in their arsenal. Here’s a look at five more military innovations that most countries around the world use today:

Drones

Whether it’s for reconnaissance or for more lethal purposes, drones are making their presence felt more and more. Drones are unmanned aerial vehicles or UAVs that are capable of flying at supersonic speeds. Much of the specifics of some drones are highly guarded secrets by most of the countries who use them.

The Predator drone is the most used today. These drones are controlled by highly qualified personnel, thousands of miles away from the battlefield. Durable and rugged computers by Combat Proven Technologies and other advanced innovations “mark” each target and display the rate of success when going through with tasks.

Satellites

Most experienced soldiers in the battlefield know that the fog of war is a reality that no one should take lightly. To combat the fog of war, military leaders use satellites. These satellites provide vital information such as terrain, weather, and structures in a certain area.

When groups of soldiers know these advantages, they can quickly turn the tide of the battle in their favor. Having a specific knowledge about the land in an area of operations minimizes the hazards and dangers that each soldier faces.

Submarines

At the height of World War II, Germany was at the forefront of submarines during wartime. German U-boats were known to strike fear to large boats and carriers around the Atlantic Ocean. Today, submarines are used by several countries such as China, Indonesia, The United States, India, etc.

Most submarines use nuclear technology to power its engines. Due to its immense power core, submarines can stay afloat in the ocean for months at a time without resurfacing. These submarines are armed with sonar capabilities and torpedos that can take out unsuspecting threats.

Future Soldier

There’s a saying by George S. Patton that goes like this: “Wars may be fought with weapons, but they are won by men. It is the spirit of men who follow and of the man who leads that gains the victory.”

However, when it comes to war, there is no man that’s immune to its devastating effects. Enter the Future Soldier. Every advanced military tech is poured into keeping a soldier’s safety and well being intact when out in the battlefield. Future soldiers come equipped with technologically advanced weaponry that enables them to carry out missions safely.

TAR HUDs, advanced weapons systems, innovative kevlar suits, etc. all keep our soldiers in the battlefield tactically prepared. Not even that, even our canine companions have gear designed to enhance their physical abilities. Canada, The United Kingdom, China, and The United States have advanced programs focusing on their troops.

Shock and Awe

More of a strategy than a technological innovation, most countries employ the Shock and Awe strategy in the battlefield to limit casualties from both sides. Shock and Awe mean that a country show it’s full military prowess(meaning they need to show off advanced weaponry) to terrify belligerents into submission.

Takeaway

Countries around the world such as the United States, Israel, Canada, China, the United Kingdom, India, etc. all have technological advances in their military. Even countries such as Indonesia, Qatar, and Pakistan are beginning to catch up. All these technologies are aimed at keeping soldiers safe and keeping casualties to a minimum.

EDITORS NOTE: This column is republished with permission. The featured image by TheDigitalArtist on Pixabay.