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Impact of Emerging Technologies in Modern Warfare

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  • 1. Principal, K.L.S.College, Nawada. (A constituent unit of Magadh University, Bodh Gaya), (Bihar), India.

Contributors

  • 1. Principal, K.L.S.College, Nawada. (A constituent unit of Magadh University, Bodh Gaya), (Bihar), India.
  • 2. Application Developer, Oracle India Pvt Ltd, HITEC City, Madhapur, Hyderabad, (Telangana), India.

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Abstract: The modernisation of defence infrastructure and the adoption of emerging technologies, such as artificial intelligence (AI), space technology, genetic engineering, radar technology, nanotechnology, 3D printing, the Internet of Military Things (IoMT), extended reality (XR), quantum computing, and cyber capabilities, are revolutionising military operations. Modern warfare is now fought across land, sea, air, cyber, space, and information domains. This paper analyses how emerging technologies are applied in military operations, identifies their capabilities, and explores the implications for current and future conflict. As new technologies emerge, they may lead to an arms race between countries. It is crucial to consider the erosion of ethical standards to manage future warfare. The weapons based on emerging technologies present significant dangers if used by terrorist groups, so global security should be a top priority.

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DOI
10.35940/ijese.F2644.14050426
EISSN
2319-6378

Dates

Accepted
2026-04-15
Manuscript received on 02 April 2026 | Revised Manuscript received on 08 April 2026 | Manuscript Accepted on 15 April 2026 | Manuscript published on 30 April 2026

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