Challenger 3: British tank needs AI to counter drone threat, report finds (X @RyszardJonski)
The Challenger 3 tank, which will be deployed by the British Army this year, has received significant upgrades in mobility, firepower, and protection. However, a report from the Army Recognition Group suggests that these upgrades may not be enough to counter the growing drone threat.
The study recommends adopting active protection systems with 360-degree radar and electro-optical sensors to detect aerial attacks in real-time. Additionally, the use of directed energy weapons and electronic jamming is advised to neutralize drones and block their control signals.
Other proposed solutions include installing unmanned aerial system weapons on the tank’s roof, along with fast interceptors like the Iron Fist Light and 30mm automatic cannons. Explosive reactive armor has also been suggested to protect the roof against aerial attacks and guided missiles.
The report highlights the importance of artificial intelligence in drone warfare, helping to optimize alerts and improve the responsiveness of both the crew and the tank’s machine guns.
Finally, the study proposes integrating the Challenger 3 into broader air defense systems, such as Sky Shield, and using infrared and radar decoys to mislead enemy attacks.
The publication warns that even with all these improvements, modern tanks remain vulnerable to drone warfare, as demonstrated in the conflicts between Ukraine and Russia, making continuous adaptation to new combat tactics essential.
Source: TecMundo | Photo: X @RyszardJonski | This content was created with AI assistance and reviewed by the editorial team
The construction of the first prototype of the Challenger 3 tank begins.
The CR3 will receive a new turret with a 120mm smoothbore gun, the APS hard kill Trophy system, and of course, new armor.
For the CR3, the Trophy APS will be produced in the UK.https://t.co/En5U8B5fWD pic.twitter.com/x6guMiIiaS— Junsupreme (@RyszardJonski) February 10, 2023
