U S Army Weapons Systems 2016 2017

Author : Department of the Army
Publisher : Skyhorse
Page : 384 pages
File Size : 47,8 Mb
Release : 2016-11-15
Category : History
ISBN : 1510713050

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U. S. Army Weapons Systems 2016-2017 by Department of the Army Pdf

From the Advanced Threat Infrared Countermeasures to the XM320 grenade launcher, this comprehensive guide profiles nearly every weapon currently in use by the U.S. Army. In addition, it covers cutting-edge technology that will soon be employed by soldiers around the world. This book features: Missiles Biological detection systems Rockets Reconnaissance systems Bows and arrows (believe it or not) You name it, this book has it. Also included is a thorough discussion of Future Combat Systems (FCS), the system of systems that, when fully operational, will provide the Army and the joint forces with an unprecedented capability to see the enemy, engage him on their terms, and defeat him on the twenty-first-century battlefield. Skyhorse Publishing is proud to publish a range of books for readers interested in military tactics and skills. We publish content provided by or of interest to the U.S. Army, Army Rangers, the U.S. Navy, Navy SEALs, the U.S. Air Force, the U.S. Marine Corps, and the Department of Defense. Our books cover topics such as survival, emergency medicine, weapons, guns, weapons systems, hand-to-hand combat, and more. While not every title we publish becomes a New York Times bestseller or a national bestseller, we are committed to publishing books on subjects that are sometimes overlooked by other publishers and to authors whose work might not otherwise find a home.

Author : Col. Y Udaya Chandar (Retd.)
Publisher : Notion Press
Page : 554 pages
File Size : 41,5 Mb
Release : 2017-04-24
Category : Antiques & Collectibles
ISBN : 9781946983794

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The Modern Weaponry of the World’s Armed Forces by Col. Y Udaya Chandar (Retd.) Pdf

The Modern Weaponry of the World’s Armed Forces is a treatise of military weaponry. It depicts about fortypresent-day weapon systems possessed by various nations, describingthreeto fourweapons of each category with images, specifications, origin, development and design briefly. The weapon systems presented are almost all fromthe twenty-firstcentury orthe weapons presently under development. Only a very few officers in the three services know the finer distinctions between, say, cruise missile and ballistic missile, fourthgeneration jet fighter and fifthgeneration jet fighter and howitzer and a field gun. All such nuances are explained clearly. The beginning explains the ‘history of military weapons’ briefly and ends with information on the missile shield erected by most countries including India. The missile shield destroys the hostile incoming aircraft or missile automatically. The missile shield presented is real,existson the ground today and not fictitious. The militaries win thewar with the help of the man who stands erect in the face of the enemy fire and the weapon that is in his hands. All the students of military science must read this invaluable book about the gun in the hands of asoldier, what exactly it is and how much it matters.

Author : Department of the Army
Publisher : Skyhorse Publishing Inc.
Page : 369 pages
File Size : 43,6 Mb
Release : 2010-03-30
Category : History
ISBN : 9781602397255

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U.S. Army Weapons Systems 2010-2011 by Department of the Army Pdf

An up-to-date and in-depth look at the weapons used today by the United States Army.

Author : United States. Army Materiel Development and Readiness Command
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 506 pages
File Size : 49,9 Mb
Release : 1977
Category : Electronic
ISBN : SRLF:D0002161016

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Army Weapon Systems Analysis by United States. Army Materiel Development and Readiness Command Pdf

Author : Department of the Army
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Page : 1625 pages
File Size : 41,6 Mb
Release : 2014-09-02
Category : History
ISBN : 9781632201621

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U.S. Army Weapons Systems 2014-2015 by Department of the Army Pdf

From the Advanced Threat Infrared Countermeasures to the XM320 grenade launcher, this comprehensive guide profiles nearly every weapon currently in use by the U.S. Army. In addition, it covers cutting-edge technology that will soon be employed by soldiers around the world. This book features: • missiles • biological detection systems • rockets • reconnaissance systems • bows and arrows (believe it or not) You name it, this book has it. Also included is a thorough discussion of Future Combat Systems (FCS), the system of systems that, when fully operational, will provide the army and the joint force with an unprecedented capability to see the enemy, engage him on their terms, and defeat him on the twenty-first-century battlefield. Skyhorse Publishing is proud to publish a range of books for readers interested in military tactics and skills. We publish content provided by or of interest to the U.S. Army, Army Rangers, the U.S. Navy, Navy SEALs, the U.S. Air Force, the U.S. Marine Corps, and the Department of Defense. Our books cover topics such as survival, emergency medicine, weapons, guns, weapons systems, hand-to-hand combat, and more. While not every title we publish becomes a New York Times bestseller or a national bestseller, we are committed to publishing books on subjects that are sometimes overlooked by other publishers and to authors whose work might not otherwise find a home.

Author : Department of the Army
Publisher : Skyhorse Publishing Inc.
Page : 321 pages
File Size : 40,8 Mb
Release : 2008-11-17
Category : History
ISBN : 9781602393363

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U.S. Army Weapons Systems 2009 by Department of the Army Pdf

In addition, it covers cutting-edge tech that will soon be employed by our soldiers: missiles, small arms, biological detection systems, rockets, reconnaissance systems, radios, planes, bows and arrows (believe it or not)...you name it, this book has it. Also included is a thorough discussion of Future Combat Systems (FCS), the system of systems that, when fully operational, will provide the Army and joint forces with unprecedented capability to see the enemy, engage him on our terms, and defeat him on the twenty-first century battlefield. Full-color photographs illustrate each weapon, making this the most comprehensive and up-to-date resource of its kind.

Author : Department of the Army
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Page : 1234 pages
File Size : 48,7 Mb
Release : 2012-01-24
Category : History
ISBN : 9781620879238

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U.S. Army Weapons Systems 2013-2014 by Department of the Army Pdf

The U.S. Department of the Army is headquartered at the Pentagon in Arlington, Virginia, and authors The Soldier's Guide, The Complete Guide to Edible Wild Plants, U.S. Army Ranger Handbook, U.S. Army Hand-to-Hand Combat, U.S. Army First Aid Manual, U.S. Army Weapons Systems, U.S. Army Special Forces Handbook, U.S. Army Guide to Boobytraps, U.S. Army Explosives and Demolitions Handbook, U.S. Army Special Forces Guide to Unconventional Warfare, and U.S. Army Special Forces Medical Handbook. Skyhorse Publishing is proud to publish a range of books for readers interested in military tactics and skills. We publish content provided by or of interest to the U.S. Army, Army Rangers, the U.S. Navy, Navy SEALs, the U.S. Air Force, the U.S. Marine Corps, and the Department of Defense. Our books cover topics such as survival, emergency medicine, weapons, guns, weapons systems, hand-to-hand combat, and more. While not every title we publish becomes a New York Times bestseller or a national bestseller, we are committed to publishing books on subjects that are sometimes overlooked by other publishers and to authors whose work might not otherwise find a home.

Author : Timothy M. Laur,Steven L. Llanso
Publisher : Berkley Hardcover
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 54,5 Mb
Release : 1995
Category : Military weapons
ISBN : 0425147819

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Encyclopedia of Modern U.S. Military Weapons by Timothy M. Laur,Steven L. Llanso Pdf

"Divided into seven categories", includes "weapons vehicles, equipment and systems ... past and present." With minimal black-and-white illustrations.

Author : Department of Defense (DOD),U. S. Military,U. S. Army
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 581 pages
File Size : 47,9 Mb
Release : 2017-05-20
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1521337268

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U. S. Army OPFOR Worldwide Equipment Guide, World Weapons Guide, Encyclopedia of Arms and Weapons - Vehicles, Recon, Infantry, Rifles, Rocket Launchers, Aircraft, Antitank Guns, Tanks, Assault Vehicles by Department of Defense (DOD),U. S. Military,U. S. Army Pdf

This is a spectacular, fully-illustrated guide to weapons organized by categories of equipment. This Worldwide Equipment Guide (WEG) serves as a guide for use in training, simulations, and modeling, providing the basic characteristics of selected equipment and weapons systems readily available to the capabilities-based OPFOR. Selected weapons systems and equipment are included in the categories of infantry weapons, infantry vehicles, reconnaissance vehicles, tanks and assault vehicles, antitank, artillery, air defense, engineer and logistic systems, and aircraft. Some of the contents:INFANTRY WEAPONS - Small Arms - AK-74 5.45-mm Assault Rifle * RPK-74 5.45-mm Light Machinegun * AK-47 7.62-mm Assault Rifle * SVD 7.62-mm Sniper Rifle * PKM 7.62-mm General Purpose MG * NSV 12.7-mm Heavy MG * AGS-17 30-mm Auto Grenade Launcher * GP-30 40-mm Under-Barrel Grenade Launcher * Recoilless Weapons * SPG-9 73-mm Recoilless Gun * Carl Gustaf M2 84-mm Rifle * RPG-7V 40-mm ATGL * Panzerfaust-3 60-mm ATGL * M67 90-mm Gun * RPG-29 105-mm ATGL * Armbrust 67-mm ATGL * RPG-22 72-mm ATGL * AT-4 84-mm ATGL * RPO Infantry Rocket Flame Weapon * RPO-A Series Infantry Rocket Flame Weapon * M40 106-mm Rifle * B-10 82-mm Gun * M60 82-mm RecoillessINFANTRY VEHICLES - Armored Personnel Carriers - BTR-60PA * BTR-60PB * BTR-80 * BTR-80A * BTR-D Airborne APC * M113A1 * MT-LB Light Armored Multi-purpose Vehicle * V-150 * YW 531 * Infantry Fighting Vehicles * AMX-10P IFV * BMD-1 Airborne Fighting Vehicle * BMD-3 * BMP-1P IFV * BMP-2 IFV * BMP-3 IFV.* Marder 1 IFV.* Warrior IFVRECONNAISSANCE VEHICLES - AMX-10RC Armored Recon Vehicle * BRDM-2 Armored Scout Car * BRM-1K Armored Recon Command Vehicle * BRM-3K * EE-9 * FoxTANKS/ASSAULT VEHICLES - Light Tanks/Assault Vehicles - AMX-13 Light Tank * M41A3 Walker Light Tank * PT-76B Amphibious Tank * Scorpion Combat Vehicle Recon, Tracked * Main Battle Tanks * AMX-30 * Challenger 2 * Chieftain Mk 5 * Leopard 1A1 * Leopard 2 * T-55AMV * T-62M * T-64B * T-72B * T-72M1 * T-80B * T-80U * T-90 * Type 59-II * Type 85-IIANTITANK - Antitank Guns - ZIS-3 76-mm Towed * SD-44 85-mm Towed * M36 90-mm Self-Propelled AT Gun * MT-12 100-mm Towed AT Gun * ATGM Launcher Vehicles * 9P148 (AT-4/5) ATGM Launcher Vehicle * AT-3 Antitank Guided Missile Launcher * othersARTILLERY - Reconnaissance/C3 - 1V13 Artillery Command and Recon Vehicle * \PRP-3/PRP-4M Artillery Mobile Recon Vehicle * Towed * D-30A 122-mm Towed Howitzer * others * Self-Propelled * 2S1 122-mm SP Howitzer, others * Type 83 152-mm SP Gun-Howitzer * Multiple Rocket Launcher (6) * Mortars/Gun-Mortar Systems * 2S12 120-mm SP Mortar * 2S23 120-mm SP Combination GunAIR DEFENSE - Towed Antiaircraft (AA) Guns (3) * Self-Propelled AA Guns/Combination Guns * Manportable Surface-to-Air Missiles (SAMs) * SA-7b/GRAIL * SA-14/GREMLIN * SA-16/GIMLET * SA-18/GROUSE * SAM Launcher * SA-3/GOA * SA-6/GAINFUL * SA-8b/GECKO * SA-13b/GOPHER * SA-15b/GAUNTLETENGINEER & LOGISTICS - ROTARY-WING AIRCRAFT - - FIXED-WING AIRCRAFT - COMMAND AND COMMUNICATIONS

Author : United States Government US Army
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 388 pages
File Size : 43,9 Mb
Release : 2012-11-11
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1480282529

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2013 US Army Weapon Systems Handbook by United States Government US Army Pdf

This is the complete guide to every weapon system and piece of equipment in use by and in development for the United States Army. The 2013 US Army Weapon Systems Handbook details the Army's major weapon system programs and illustrates the ongoing efforts to empower, unburden and protect our Soldiers. The Army's Acquisition community is charged with the solemn responsibility of maintaining our Soldiers' unprecedented edge against current and future threats.With program descriptions, status and specifications, projected activities, and names and locations of large and small contractors, this book will provide you with a better understanding of our efforts to provide Soldiers with the best, most advanced and sustainable equipment possible. To this end, we are mindful of the public trust imposed by the use of taxpayer resources. We continuously seek to improve our business practices to meet the needs of our Soldiers on an efficient and timely basis.In providing our Soldiers with world-class capabilities, Army acquisition's most important asset is our people. Our skilled and dedicated professionals, working in Program Executive Offices and program offices throughout the nation, execute diverse responsibilities to enable the disciplined management of an extensive acquisition portfolio with programs that range from Soldiers systems to precision fires and from air and mission defense to ground combat systems. The responsibility of safeguarding future Army capabilities is a significant honor for the acquisition community and is one that we do not take lightly.

Author : United States Government Us Army
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 384 pages
File Size : 51,7 Mb
Release : 2012-02-28
Category : History
ISBN : 1470146959

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2012 Us Army Weapon Systems Handbook by United States Government Us Army Pdf

This is a complete and full color guide to every weapon system and piece of equipment in use by and in development for the United States Army.

Author : Congressional Service
Publisher : Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
Page : 38 pages
File Size : 50,8 Mb
Release : 2018-03-11
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1986417824

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U.S. Army Weapons-Related Directed Energy (De) Programs by Congressional Service Pdf

The U.S. military has a long and complicated history in developing directed energy (DE) weapons. Many past efforts have failed for a variety of reasons and not all failures were attributed to scientific or technological challenges associated with weaponizing DE. At present, a number of U.S. military DE weapons-related programs are beginning to show promise, such as the Navy's Laser Weapon System (LaWs), the first ever Department of Defense (DOD) laser weapon to be deployed and approved for operational use, according to the Navy. With a number of U.S. Army weapons-related DE programs showing promise during concept demonstrations and their potential relevance in addressing a number of current and emerging threats to U.S. ground forces, some believe the Army is making progress to field viable DE weapon systems designed to counter rockets, artillery, and mortars (C-RAM) and address certain types of short-range air defense (SHORAD) threats. While DE weapons offer a variety of advantages over conventional kinetic weapons including precision, low cost per shot, and scalable effects, there are also some basic constraints, such as beam attenuation, limited range, and an inability to be employed against non-line-of-sight targets, that will need to be addressed in order to make these weapons effective across the entire spectrum of combat operations. DE weapon system development raises a number of national security and international relations implications associated with DE weapons as well as international law concerns that must also be taken into account. By no means does the United States enjoy a monopoly on DE weapons development, and potential adversaries such as Russia and China, as well as allies such as Israel, have well-established DE weapons programs that, in some cases, might be on par with or even surpass current U.S. DE weapons development programs, presenting additional national security concerns to U.S. policymakers. Potential issues include the following: What progress has been made on Army weapons-related high powered microwave (HPM) programs? How do U.S. Army DE efforts compare to our allies and potential adversaries? How close is the Army to fielding operational DE weapon systems? How practical are these systems given their constraints? How will the Army's new Modernization Command affect the management of weapons-related DE programs? What are the estimates of resources needed to fund the Army's full suite of DE systems?

Author : Austin Wyatt
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 186 pages
File Size : 53,6 Mb
Release : 2021-11-04
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 9781000469028

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The Disruptive Impact of Lethal Autonomous Weapons Systems Diffusion by Austin Wyatt Pdf

Challenging the focus on great powers in the international debate, this book explores how rising middle power states are engaging with emerging major military innovations and analyses how this will affect the stability and security of the Indo Pacific. Presenting a data-based analysis of how middle power actors in the Indo-Pacific are responding to the emergence of military Artificial Intelligence and Killer Robots, the book asserts that continuing to exclude non-great power actors from our thinking in this field enables the dangerous diffusion of Lethal Autonomous Weapon Systems (LAWS) to smaller states and terrorist groups, and demonstrates the disruptive effects of these military innovations on the balance of power in the Indo-Pacific. Offering a detailed analysis of the resource capacities of China, United States, Singapore and Indonesia, it shows how major military innovation acts as a circuit breaker between competitor states disrupting the conventional superiority of the dominant hegemonic state and giving a successful adopter a distinct advantage over their opponent. This book will appeal to researchers, end-users in the military and law enforcement communities, and policymakers. It will also be a valuable resource for researchers interested in strategic stability for the broader Asia-Pacific and the role of middle power states in hegemonic power transition and conflict.

Author : Paul Scharre
Publisher : W. W. Norton & Company
Page : 384 pages
File Size : 41,6 Mb
Release : 2018-04-24
Category : History
ISBN : 9780393608991

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Army of None: Autonomous Weapons and the Future of War by Paul Scharre Pdf

"The book I had been waiting for. I can't recommend it highly enough." —Bill Gates The era of autonomous weapons has arrived. Today around the globe, at least thirty nations have weapons that can search for and destroy enemy targets all on their own. Paul Scharre, a leading expert in next-generation warfare, describes these and other high tech weapons systems—from Israel’s Harpy drone to the American submarine-hunting robot ship Sea Hunter—and examines the legal and ethical issues surrounding their use. “A smart primer to what’s to come in warfare” (Bruce Schneier), Army of None engages military history, global policy, and cutting-edge science to explore the implications of giving weapons the freedom to make life and death decisions. A former soldier himself, Scharre argues that we must embrace technology where it can make war more precise and humane, but when the choice is life or death, there is no replacement for the human heart.

Author : Mark Fissel
Publisher : Walter de Gruyter GmbH & Co KG
Page : 381 pages
File Size : 45,6 Mb
Release : 2022-12-05
Category : History
ISBN : 9783110657593

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The Military Revolution and Revolutions in Military Affairs by Mark Fissel Pdf

The Military Revolution and Revolutions in Military Affairs updates two central debates in military history--the one surrounding the concept of military revolution, and the one on military affairs--whilst advancing original research in both fields. Only a handful of publications consider the military revolution and the RMA in tandem. This book breaks new ground conceptually and appeals to an exceptionally large and diverse readership. Comparative revisionist studies of the military revolution and RMA better enable us to comprehend the historical continuum and reveal the new RMA for what it is. And for what it is shortly to become. This book presents original contributions within the "epicentre" of the military revolution debate, the 1500s, with an emphasis on gunpowder revolution (offensively and defensively). The connections with the Revolution in Military Affairs are then made explicit by scholars, a practitioner, and an analyst, with an emphasis on airborne lethal autonomous weapons systems. This is a chronologically broad and unique methodological approach to a historical debate that begs for clarification as we enter an era where killer robots will almost certainly take from humans their monopoly on violence.