China has created a new AI system called “Red Eye” that is better than human pilots in air combat simulations. Reports from Interesting Engineering and South China Morning Post say that this AI uses special cameras and smart technology to predict an opponent’s next move. It watches tiny changes in enemy planes, allowing it to react much faster than human pilots. Sustainability Times explains that this AI is ten times more accurate when aiming, making it very hard to defeat. The Star mentions that this new technology could change air combat by reducing human errors and making split-second decisions. iHLS reports that the AI wins almost every air battle because it can predict what the enemy will do before they even act. SOFX highlights that China’s AI advancements are moving quickly and could change how wars are fought in the future. This AI does not get tired or make emotional decisions, unlike human pilots. It can also adapt to different flying styles and learn from each fight. Many experts believe that AI like this could replace human pilots in some missions. However, some problems still exist with using AI in real battles. One issue is that the AI depends on infrared cameras, which could be tricked or blocked. Another concern is that AI systems need strong communication links, which could be hacked by enemies. If the AI loses its connection or gets bad data, it might not work correctly. Despite these challenges, countries are investing in AI because it can make air combat faster and more effective. Some believe AI will work alongside human pilots rather than fully replacing them. Others worry that using AI in war could be risky if the technology makes mistakes. Governments are now trying to find ways to control and improve AI in military use. The future of air combat may not just depend on skilled human pilots but also on powerful AI systems. This could mean that in the future, battles in the sky might be fought mostly by machines. AI is changing how wars are planned and fought, and we may see more of it in the coming years.
https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10.1080/14702436.2019.1676156
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