The main goal of High-Power Microwave (HPM) Directed-Energy Weapons (DEWs) is to wield an electromagnetic attack (EA) on a target that results in either a soft- or hard-kill of the target’s electronic circuits and components. The scenario of an EA may be seen as a...

This latest balloon surveillance tactic is creating quite a stir. Satellites pass over the U.S. all the time. The high-altitude balloon is a new tactic, “Ok, it’s not an airplane, it’s now an unmanned balloon flying over our airspace.” Where does that airspace...

Dr. William “Dollar” Young, Jr is a retired USAF Colonel. His last assignment was establishing and commanding the Air Force’s newest operational wing, the 350th Spectrum Warfare Wing. He also commanded the 53rd Electronic Warfare Group and 388th Electronic Combat...