Nanotechnology in Military The application of nanotechnology for

Which Branches are Researching Nanotechnology? All branches of U. S. Military are researching: •

MAVs – Mobile Air Vehicles Pros: • Reconnaissance • Surveillance • Micro and nano-scale

Nanotechnology in Military Offense Offensive: • Sensors to detect and track specific targets •

Nanotechnology in Military Defense Defensive: • More durable, protective materials for structures and vehicles.

Typical Gas Chromatography Detection System Air Force doctrine dictates that soldiers return to their

Nanosensor System on a Microchip The speed of detection could mean the difference of

Nanotechnology in Body Armor The benefits of nanotechnology in a “soldier suit”: • Microfiber

References Tate, Jitendra S. , et al. "Military And National Security Implications Of Nanotechnology.

References Continued… Krichevskii, G. "Dual-Use Technologies In Production Of XXI Soldier Combat Uniform And

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Nanotechnology in Military The application of nanotechnology for military purposes By: Corey Birkemeyer

Which Branches are Researching Nanotechnology? All branches of U. S. Military are researching: • Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) • Office of Naval Research (ONR) • Army Research Office (ARO) • Air Force Office of Scientific Research (AFOSR) 1

MAVs – Mobile Air Vehicles Pros: • Reconnaissance • Surveillance • Micro and nano-scale MAVs would have a wingspan of about 15 cm and Cons: • Environmental factors, such as wind • Energy storage 2

Nanotechnology in Military Offense Offensive: • Sensors to detect and track specific targets • Lethal weapons to take out hostile targets • Could cause international tension or war to break out 3

Nanotechnology in Military Defense Defensive: • More durable, protective materials for structures and vehicles. This could reduce injuries and fatalities during attacks • Non-lethal weaponry to incapacitate a target or targets • Sensors to alert of biological agents • Could alleviate overall tension between nations 3

Typical Gas Chromatography Detection System Air Force doctrine dictates that soldiers return to their primary mission within two hours of a biological or chemical attack. 4

Nanosensor System on a Microchip The speed of detection could mean the difference of life and death. Nanosensors work on the molecular level and can display hazardous chemical agents almost instantaneously. 4

Nanotechnology in Body Armor The benefits of nanotechnology in a “soldier suit”: • Microfiber technology to better protect • Aids in protection from ballistic impact, bacteriological and chemical attacks, radiation, repel water and fire, help prevent hypothermia and hyperthermia • Sensory assistance with alerting of external threats and providing first aid 5

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References Continued… Krichevskii, G. "Dual-Use Technologies In Production Of XXI Soldier Combat Uniform And Civilian Goods. " Russian Journal Of General Chemistry 83. 1 (2013): 185 -192. Academic Search Premier. Web. 3 Dec. 2015. 5