How AI and edge computing will revolutionize the battlefield

Aug. 6, 2024
Dive into the forefront of military technology as we explore how AI, machine learning, and edge computing revolutionize combat readiness and operational efficiency, from autonomous systems to secure communications, with Military + Aerospace Electronics and industry leaders.

This webinar was originally held on August 13th, 2024.
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Duration: 1 hour
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Summary

Artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) at the edge significantly impact design choices for the latest technologies being made for military use. AI/ML-enabled by edge computing impacts everything from autonomous systems and supply chain management to enhanced decision-making and training.

In addition, edge computing enables real-time data processing at the source which is crucial for combat situations, and optimizes communication systems by managing network performance and ensuring secure links.

Join Military + Aerospace Electronics and industry experts as we discuss exciting and battlefield-changing enabling technologies like:

  • Current Applications: Experts will discuss existing uses of AI and edge computing in military operations, such as drone surveillance, predictive maintenance, and cybersecurity.
  • Emerging Trends such as autonomous systems, AI-driven decision support, and advanced threat detection.
  • Edge Computing Hardware: Explore recent developments in edge computing hardware, such as more powerful and energy-efficient processors, and their impact on real-time data processing and analytics.
  • Operational benefits like real-time decision making, reduced latency, and enhanced situational awareness.

 

Dominic Perez, CISSP | Chief Technical Officer | Curtiss-Wright Defense Solutions

Dominic Perez, CISSP, is the Chief Technical Officer at Curtiss-Wright. He has been with PacStar, now a part of Curtiss-Wright Defense Solutions, for 15 years. During that time, Dominic supported development of PacStar’s rugged, tactical hardware and IQ-Core® Software, serving as the subject matter expert for compute, virtualization and virtualized network functions. He is part of the PacStar team that won tactical networking equipment and software awards for numerous DoD tactical programs, including the U.S. Army T2C2, SFAB, ESB-E, PM TN Secure Wireless Small Form Factor, PEO-C3T TCNO and Marine Corps NOTM vehicle-mount and deployable communications programs.

 

Michael Mattarock II | Executive Director, National Security Research | Carnegie Mellon University

Mike currently serves as the Executive Director, National Security Research at Carnegie Mellon University where he develops and implements strategies to enhance the national security research portfolio across CMU faculty and the Software Engineering Institute (SEI) in alignment with university-wide priorities. He works with the Vice President of Research and Deans to support initiatives with strategic mission partners to innovate defense capabilities and deploy leading edge technologies. Mike enters this appointment after serving as the Technical Director, AI Mission and Engagement at the SEI where his accomplishments include launching the discipline of AI Engineering, the Artificial Intelligence Security Incident Response Team (AISIRT), and growing the AI Division. Previously, Mike served as the Chief Enterprise Architect at Air Force Materiel Command, a Chief Engineer at Air Force Research Laboratories, as well as running his own consultancy. 

He is currently completing his doctorate in Secure AI and holds a MS, Information Systems Engineering, summa cum laude from the George Washington University. Mike has presented and taught courses on a number of evolving technology topics, including engagements for the Department of Defense, Department of State, NATO, NASA, and many private sector organizations. 

Moderator: John Keller | Editor-in-Chief | Military & Aerospace Electronics

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