Aerial Guardians: Drones in the Fight Against Weapons of Mass Destruction - Softcover

Burns, William

Softcover

ISBN 13: 9798348148966

Publisher: Better Than Bonkers, 2025

Synopsis

In Aerial Guardians, William Burns provides a compelling and detailed examination of how drones have become an indispensable tool in modern warfare and counterterrorism efforts. Focusing on their pivotal role in detecting and combating weapons of mass destruction (WMDs), Burns takes readers on a journey through the technological advancements and strategic applications of these aerial marvels.

From their ability to surveil hostile territories with pinpoint accuracy to their deployment in life-saving missions to neutralize chemical, biological, radiological, and nuclear threats, drones are depicted as both a technological marvel and a moral dilemma. Burns weaves real-world case studies with cutting-edge science, offering insights into the collaborations between engineers, military strategists, and policymakers shaping the future of global security.

This book also addresses the challenges of drone warfare, including ethical considerations, the risk of escalation, and the potential for misuse. By blending vivid storytelling with thought-provoking analysis, Aerial Guardians is an essential read for anyone interested in the intersection of technology, defense, and the global fight against WMDs.

Edition details

• Publisher: Better Than Bonkers
• Publication date: 2025
• Language: English
• ISBN 13: 9798348148966
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 118