grillwalker
11-22-07, 04:15 AM
http://www.nanotechwire.com/news.asp?nid=1594&ntid=186&pg=1
One major development will be swarms of nano-engineered devices. Already, the US Department of Defense's Smart Dust project has prototypes that can reconnoitre. For example, millions of sensors can detect detailed movement of humans and machines in a large area. Ultimately they will be able to explore substantial terrains stealthily, perhaps looking for specific individuals. In a decade, they will be capable of performing offensive missions.
Cyberspace will be a key battlefield. With software running in and around our bodies and brains, software integrity and security will a key strategic issue.
One major development will be swarms of nano-engineered devices. Already, the US Department of Defense's Smart Dust project has prototypes that can reconnoitre. For example, millions of sensors can detect detailed movement of humans and machines in a large area. Ultimately they will be able to explore substantial terrains stealthily, perhaps looking for specific individuals. In a decade, they will be capable of performing offensive missions.
Cyberspace will be a key battlefield. With software running in and around our bodies and brains, software integrity and security will a key strategic issue.