20 December 2024

Impact of AI on the Use of Space-Based Assets in Future Wars


Artificial Intelligence (AI) will have a significant impact on the use of space-based assets in future wars, transforming how these assets are deployed, managed, and defended. It is worthwhile speculating on some key areas where AI will have major impacts on space warfare and the use of space-based systems may more effectively be employed. Let's start with the enhancement of satellite operations and autonomy. AI will lead to improved efficiency and autonomous operations of satellites. Functions such as satellite navigation, fault detection, and correction will lead to reduced need for human intervention. AI-driven systems will autonomously adjust satellite orbits, manage power consumption, and optimize payload operations, thus, increasing overall resilience and mission success during conflicts.

Space-Based Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR) functions will be enhanced by automating data processing and analysis. AI driven systems can sift through large volumes of satellite imagery, signals, and other data to identify threats, track enemy movements, and detect anomalies in real time. This increased processing speed and accuracy can give military forces a significant advantage in terms of situational awareness and decision-making during battle operations.

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