Posted on 03/20/2024 1:12:07 PM PDT by hardspunned
The AbramsX, an advanced variant of the M1 Abrams tank, represents a significant technological leap with its hybrid electric diesel engine, reduced crew requirement, and AI integration. While promising improved fuel economy and modernized capabilities, its adoption faces Pentagon skepticism over the relevance of tanks in future conflicts, particularly against China. The AbramsX's development underscores attempts to adapt to modern warfare's evolving landscape, balancing innovation with strategic considerations.
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Heavy Armor is not going away.
The Drone Air War, must be taken into account. Military activies, adapt.
That’s a very good point. I have no doubt you and I would have the same weapons used on Afghan or Iraqi irregulars used on us.
Perfected jamming of drones is being developed. Once that happens drone technology will evolve. I posted an article a few weeks ago where the Ukes had recovered a Russian drone with a 10km fiber optic cable.
Saw it; tx.
I am expecting Drone Air Superiority battles. “Aware” autonomous drones - something for a “Howard Hughes” to film/record.
The ultimate will be the ability to co-opt control of the drone.
You are an idiot.
Do you actual think of what you will write before doing it or just blather away?
[Very good point. Remember patsy schroeder’s sarcasm about the AWACs, “An airplane searching for a mission”? She could always be counted on for her expertise in military matters.
I watched them dump the M-X Peacekeeper in favor of keeping the Minuteman III a system two generations older. And yes, in the USAF I did 9 years of Minuteman Maintenance (316X0H should mean something to some of you...)]
I’m so glad you took the time to come up the most reasoned, thought provoking counterpoints your intellect allows you to make. What a haranguing little putz.
Don’t you love how these lazyboy generals write stories predicting doom and gloom and then put weasel words like “...Might Be...” in the headline?
I agree. It should have read “WILL” be a waste of money and American servicemen. That’s much better. No need for any equivocation here.
It is a one of a kind demonstrator built and funded by General Dynamics.
It will work fine against suburban American homes.
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