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5 books on Military Surveillance [PDF]
August 14, 2024 | 21 |
Books on military surveillance serve as invaluable assets for startups specializing in military surveillance and video analytics. These publications offer in-depth insights into the intricate world of surveillance technologies, covering a spectrum of topics from sensor systems and data analytics to privacy considerations and strategic applications. By delving into case studies, historical contexts, and emerging trends, these books provide entrepreneurs with a foundational understanding of the complexities involved in developing effective and ethical surveillance solutions. Startups can leverage this knowledge to refine their technological approaches, address regulatory challenges, and ensure their innovations align with the evolving needs of defense and security sectors.
1. Surveillance in Action: Technologies for Civilian, Military and Cyber Surveillance
2017 by Panagiotis Karampelas, Thirimachos Bourlai
This book delves into the practical applications of surveillance across various domains and presents innovative research on military, civilian, and cyber surveillance by an international team of experts. The initial section, "Surveillance of Human Features," scrutinizes biometric technologies, exploring novel approaches to areas like gait recognition, face-based physiology-assisted recognition, and cross-spectral iris recognition. The following section, "Surveillance for Security and Defense," addresses ethical concerns related to surveillance in counterterrorism efforts and security measures. It delves into satellite surveillance systems, real-time satellite surveillance requirements in military contexts, unmanned air vehicles, and drone surveillance techniques, offering insights into detecting stealth aircraft and drones, maritime border surveillance, and bio-terrorism detection. The concluding segment, "Cyber Surveillance," examines data hiding techniques obstructing electronic surveillance and explores methods for gathering and analyzing information from social media sites. It also discusses techniques for identifying internal and external threats posed by individuals such as spammers, cyber-criminals, or extremists. The book concludes by examining the potential exploitation of high-performance computing environments by malicious users and the surveillance methods required to safeguard these critical infrastructures. Primarily targeted at military and law enforcement personnel using surveillance technologies, it also caters to researchers, Master's and Ph.D. students interested in the latest advancements in military, civilian, and cyber surveillance.
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2. Drones, Surveillance, and Targeted Killings
2016 by Anne C. Cunningham
This up-to-date collection explores the deployment of drones across various sectors, including the military, law enforcement, border patrol, and civilian applications. The anthology presents diverse perspectives, juxtaposing endorsements of drone usage in overseas military operations with accounts of civilian casualties and the subsequent generation of more adversaries. Arguments highlighting the efficacy of drones in domestic surveillance are countered by claims that such practices infringe upon Americans' civil liberties. The book provides a nuanced examination of the merits and drawbacks associated with drone utilization in border security, along with a comprehensive exploration of the potential advantages and hazards linked to their commercial applications. By presenting a range of viewpoints, the anthology contributes to readers' nuanced comprehension of this intricate and multifaceted issue.
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3. How to Undertake Surveillance & Reconnaissance: From a Civilian and Military Perspective
2015 by Henry Prunckun
This comprehensive guide provides insights into the execution of reconnaissance operations, offering a thorough exploration of tactics, equipment, and counter-reconnaissance strategies. "How to Undertake Surveillance and Reconnaissance" serves as a detailed primer on the nuances of surveillance and reconnaissance work, guiding readers on employing specialized trade craft to plan and execute their own reconnaissance missions. Dr. Henry Prunkun, the author and former government intelligence professional, delves into the background of surveillance and reconnaissance, emphasizing their necessity and effective deployment. The book also delves into the requisite equipment and training crucial for a successful mission. Additionally, readers gain insights into countering opposing reconnaissance efforts. Each chapter is meticulously referenced and indexed, featuring key words and phrases, study questions, and learning activities to enhance comprehension and facilitate further study.
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4. Cities Under Siege: The New Military Urbanism
2011 by Stephen Graham
In the increasingly urbanized landscape of our world, cities have become the focal points of new battlegrounds. "Cities Under Siege: The New Military Urbanism" explores the global spread of political violence across diverse urban areas, ranging from the slums of the global South to the affluent financial hubs of the West. Stephen Graham, drawing on extensive original research, examines how Western militaries and security forces view all urban terrain as potential conflict zones inhabited by concealed adversaries. The book reveals the transformation of Western armies into advanced urban counter-insurgency forces, addressing the militarization and surveillance of international borders, the use of 'security' pretexts to quell democratic dissent, and the implementation of legislation to suspend civilian law. Graham exposes how the pervasive New Military Urbanism infiltrates every aspect of urban life, from technologically wired subway and transport networks to the subtle militarization of popular culture tainted by the prevailing discourse of 'terrorism.'
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5. The Diffusion of Military Technology and Ideas
2003 by Emily O. Goldman, Leslie C. Eliason
In the midst of global military forces embracing new technologies, doctrines, and organizational structures tailored to the information age, there is an ongoing discourse among defense practitioners and academic experts regarding the potential implications of the "revolution in military affairs." This book delves into the central inquiry of how such revolutions disseminate—examining the recipients, the speed of diffusion, and the resulting consequences for the worldwide military power balance. Contributors, spanning historians, political scientists, policy analysts, and sociologists, explore the diffusion of weapons technology, expertise, and military operational methods over the past two centuries. This approach reflects a renewed interest in the dynamic interplay between culture and security. The transition from the industrial age to the information age has profoundly influenced warfare, akin to its impact on other social institutions. The ongoing revolution, marked by advancements in precision weapons, surveillance satellites, robotics, and computer-based information processing, coupled with organizational shifts that interconnect military units, holds the promise of fundamentally reshaping the nature of warfare. While the ultimate outcome remains unpredictable, as illustrated by the North Korean missile program, the global impact hinges on how this revolution diffuses.
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1. Surveillance in Action: Technologies for Civilian, Military and Cyber Surveillance
2017 by Panagiotis Karampelas, Thirimachos Bourlai
This book delves into the practical applications of surveillance across various domains and presents innovative research on military, civilian, and cyber surveillance by an international team of experts. The initial section, "Surveillance of Human Features," scrutinizes biometric technologies, exploring novel approaches to areas like gait recognition, face-based physiology-assisted recognition, and cross-spectral iris recognition. The following section, "Surveillance for Security and Defense," addresses ethical concerns related to surveillance in counterterrorism efforts and security measures. It delves into satellite surveillance systems, real-time satellite surveillance requirements in military contexts, unmanned air vehicles, and drone surveillance techniques, offering insights into detecting stealth aircraft and drones, maritime border surveillance, and bio-terrorism detection. The concluding segment, "Cyber Surveillance," examines data hiding techniques obstructing electronic surveillance and explores methods for gathering and analyzing information from social media sites. It also discusses techniques for identifying internal and external threats posed by individuals such as spammers, cyber-criminals, or extremists. The book concludes by examining the potential exploitation of high-performance computing environments by malicious users and the surveillance methods required to safeguard these critical infrastructures. Primarily targeted at military and law enforcement personnel using surveillance technologies, it also caters to researchers, Master's and Ph.D. students interested in the latest advancements in military, civilian, and cyber surveillance.
Download PDF
2. Drones, Surveillance, and Targeted Killings
2016 by Anne C. Cunningham
This up-to-date collection explores the deployment of drones across various sectors, including the military, law enforcement, border patrol, and civilian applications. The anthology presents diverse perspectives, juxtaposing endorsements of drone usage in overseas military operations with accounts of civilian casualties and the subsequent generation of more adversaries. Arguments highlighting the efficacy of drones in domestic surveillance are countered by claims that such practices infringe upon Americans' civil liberties. The book provides a nuanced examination of the merits and drawbacks associated with drone utilization in border security, along with a comprehensive exploration of the potential advantages and hazards linked to their commercial applications. By presenting a range of viewpoints, the anthology contributes to readers' nuanced comprehension of this intricate and multifaceted issue.
Download PDF
3. How to Undertake Surveillance & Reconnaissance: From a Civilian and Military Perspective
2015 by Henry Prunckun
This comprehensive guide provides insights into the execution of reconnaissance operations, offering a thorough exploration of tactics, equipment, and counter-reconnaissance strategies. "How to Undertake Surveillance and Reconnaissance" serves as a detailed primer on the nuances of surveillance and reconnaissance work, guiding readers on employing specialized trade craft to plan and execute their own reconnaissance missions. Dr. Henry Prunkun, the author and former government intelligence professional, delves into the background of surveillance and reconnaissance, emphasizing their necessity and effective deployment. The book also delves into the requisite equipment and training crucial for a successful mission. Additionally, readers gain insights into countering opposing reconnaissance efforts. Each chapter is meticulously referenced and indexed, featuring key words and phrases, study questions, and learning activities to enhance comprehension and facilitate further study.
Download PDF
4. Cities Under Siege: The New Military Urbanism
2011 by Stephen Graham
In the increasingly urbanized landscape of our world, cities have become the focal points of new battlegrounds. "Cities Under Siege: The New Military Urbanism" explores the global spread of political violence across diverse urban areas, ranging from the slums of the global South to the affluent financial hubs of the West. Stephen Graham, drawing on extensive original research, examines how Western militaries and security forces view all urban terrain as potential conflict zones inhabited by concealed adversaries. The book reveals the transformation of Western armies into advanced urban counter-insurgency forces, addressing the militarization and surveillance of international borders, the use of 'security' pretexts to quell democratic dissent, and the implementation of legislation to suspend civilian law. Graham exposes how the pervasive New Military Urbanism infiltrates every aspect of urban life, from technologically wired subway and transport networks to the subtle militarization of popular culture tainted by the prevailing discourse of 'terrorism.'
Download PDF
5. The Diffusion of Military Technology and Ideas
2003 by Emily O. Goldman, Leslie C. Eliason
In the midst of global military forces embracing new technologies, doctrines, and organizational structures tailored to the information age, there is an ongoing discourse among defense practitioners and academic experts regarding the potential implications of the "revolution in military affairs." This book delves into the central inquiry of how such revolutions disseminate—examining the recipients, the speed of diffusion, and the resulting consequences for the worldwide military power balance. Contributors, spanning historians, political scientists, policy analysts, and sociologists, explore the diffusion of weapons technology, expertise, and military operational methods over the past two centuries. This approach reflects a renewed interest in the dynamic interplay between culture and security. The transition from the industrial age to the information age has profoundly influenced warfare, akin to its impact on other social institutions. The ongoing revolution, marked by advancements in precision weapons, surveillance satellites, robotics, and computer-based information processing, coupled with organizational shifts that interconnect military units, holds the promise of fundamentally reshaping the nature of warfare. While the ultimate outcome remains unpredictable, as illustrated by the North Korean missile program, the global impact hinges on how this revolution diffuses.
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