Defence IQ Glossary: Intelligence surveillance target acquisition and reconnaissance (ISR)
Intelligence, surveillance, target acquisition, and reconnaissance (ISTAR) is the activity of equipping armed forces' with information and intelligence to assist in combat roles and other operational duties. This often derives from linked information networks which improve upon situational awareness.
Transforming ISR capabilities through AI, Machine Learning and Big Data
July 30 by Jessica BayleyDefence IQ spoke exclusively to Dr. Thomas H. Killion, Chief Scientist, NATO about the key areas where artificial intelligence and machine learning has already begun to enhance military decision-makin...
OCEAN 2020: Future of Europe's maritime ISR capabilities
July 05 by Defence IQ DigitalThe brand-new OCEAN2020 project is aimed at building up a Recognised Maritime Picture to secure maritime dominance and is led by Leonardo. Its 15 member European countries will focus on integrating da...
Deter and defend: The enduring need for NATO airborne C2ISR
January 15 by Alice ClochetLieutenant General Steven Shepro, Deputy Chairman of the NATO Military Committee, tells Defence IQ how NATO's airborne early warning and ISR capabilities are supporting the alliance's strategic milita...
More money, more data: US maritime ISR report
July 17 by IDGA Editorial StaffData analytics technology to receive biggest investment
Maritime Security and ISR Survey
April 21 by Defence IQ PressAhead of this year's discussions at the Maritime Reconnaissance & Surveillance forum in Rome, Italy (27-28, September 2017), Defence IQ is polling the community to discover its opinions on some of the...
Advanced ISR sensors and their impact on 'Military Power'
March 16 by Daniel UrchickMilitary strategy is inevitably defined – and redefined – by the defence industry and its innovators. One analyst looks at how a seminal strategic text now fits into the world of mini-UAVs, satellites...
New Insight: Senior figures discuss U.S. ISR developments
June 07 by Richard de SilvaThe proliferation of ISR technologies over the past decade of conflict in the Middle East and Central Asia has led to these assets becoming a mission critical component in operations. With new operati...
