THE IMPACT OF AI SYSTEMS IN THE UKRAINE CONFLICT: LESSONS FOR AIR FORCES
THE IMPACT OF AI SYSTEMS IN THE UKRAINE CONFLICT: LESSONS FOR AIR FORCES

Author(s): Marius-Alexandru VOICU, Olimpiu-Valentin LEFTER
Subject(s): Politics / Political Sciences, Politics, Security and defense
Published by: Carol I National Defence University Publishing House
Keywords: artificial intelligence; military algorithms; computer vision; autonomous drones; cybersecurity; geospatial intelligence;
Summary/Abstract: The Ukraine conflict, which escalated dramatically in February 2022, has had a profound impact on regional security and the defense strategies of Eastern European states. While the conflict shares some characteristics with 20th century confrontations, it is distinguished by the unprecedented speed of events and the transformative role of technology. This paper examines how Ukraine adopted artificial intelligence to obtain strategic advantages across multiple domains. AI-powered systems are revolutionizing planning and execution of military operations, enhancing the capabilities of unmanned systems, refining military training processes, and fortifying cyber warfare operations and geospatial intelligence. These advancements not only shape the dynamics of the conflict but also set new precedents for modern warfare. By analyzing these progresses, present paper highlights the strategic priorities and technological trajectories driving military innovation in one of the today's most significant conflicts.

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