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US-Donated Weapons Has No Chance Against Russian Jamming [08:10 | JUL 13 24 | Military TV] (youtu.be)
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cross-posted from: https://lemmy.world/post/17605886

Modern warfare has become a far cry from the days of needing a clear line of sight to hit a target. Advanced technology has transformed the battlefield, allowing for precise strikes over vast distances. This shift is driven by the integration of Global Positioning Systems or GPS into weaponry. GPS satellites act as real-time maps in the sky, enabling operators to meticulously track and guide weapons with pinpoint accuracy, even from afar. This eliminates the need for visual confirmation, enhancing both the effectiveness and safety of military operations.

However, the battlefield remains a complex and unpredictable environment. While the US has equipped Ukraine with these sophisticated GPS-guided weapons, Russia has countered with a disruptive tactic: jamming technology. Reports suggest Russia's jamming has significantly hampered the effectiveness of these US weapons, forcing Ukraine to suspend the use of certain types altogether. This makes us wonder; just how good is Russia's jamming tech, and what kind of western weapons have been affected by it? But before we delve deeper, let's take a look at how this jamming technology works.

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Summary

  1. The video discusses the evolution of modern warfare with the integration of GPS technology into weapons, allowing for precise strikes over vast distances.
  2. However, Russia's jamming technology has disrupted the effectiveness of GPS-guided weapons provided to Ukraine by the US.
  3. This has forced Ukraine to suspend the use of certain weapons, such as Excalibur GPS-guided artillery shells and high Mars rocket launchers.
  4. The impact of Russian jamming has significantly reduced the accuracy and effectiveness of these Western-provided weapons, prompting Ukrainian officials to push for upgrades to counter the jamming threat.
  5. The video highlights the challenges posed by Russia's electronic warfare capabilities and raises concerns for the US and its allies in providing effective support to Ukraine in the face of advanced jamming technology.