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The Weaponization of Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS)

September 1, 2018

In recent years, unmanned aerial systems (UAS) have surged in popularity in the U.S. and abroad due to their wide appeal for recreational and commercial users. UAS, also commonly known as drones, encompass a variety of remotely piloted platforms with varying capabilities and intended uses. However, all of these platforms have the potential to be weaponized and used as an attack vector.

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