The Global Handbook of Military Drones

Designed for beginners, this comprehensive book offers an introduction to military drones. The authors have taken great care to explain each topic in a way that requires no background knowledge, allowing even total novices to easily understand the content. At the same time, the book’s expansive scope and detail ensure that even experts will discover new and useful information within its pages. The combination of accessible writing and expansive coverage makes this the ideal starting point for anyone hoping to learn about these technologically advanced uncrewed aircraft. Furthermore, the authors have utilized the extensive proprietary databases of the Association for Uncrewed Vehicle Systems International (AUVSI). As a result, this book includes exclusive information found nowhere else globally. With over 100 drones profiled from all corners of the world, the book offers an unparalleled reference. The book’s reviewers consisted of military personnel with real-world experience operating military drones. Their firsthand expertise helped ensure the accuracy and relevance of the content. CHAPTER OUTLINES: Chapter 1: Drones in Modern Warfare Chapter 2:Fundamentals: What is a military drone? Chapter 3: Drone Systems and How Drones Fly Chapter 4: Missions and Mission Planning Chapter 5: Military Drone Hardening Chapter 6: Launcher and Recovery Systems Chapter 7: Introduction to Remote Sensing Chapter 8: Introduction to Lethal Weapons Systems Chapter 9: Introduction to Non-lethal Weapon Systems Chapter 10: Introduction to Weather and Operational Strategies for Drones Chapter 11: Counter UAS Technology For a free sample of Chapter 1, visit www.droneecon.com