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Uncrewed Maritime Vessels

Oct 18, 2024 | rand.org | Scott Savitz

Topics Availability: Non-RAND Year: 2024 Pages: 24 Document Number: EP-70685 This publication is part of the RAND external publication series. Many RAND studies are published in peer-reviewed scholarly journals, as chapters in commercial books, or as documents published by other organizations. RAND is a nonprofit institution that helps improve policy and decisionmaking through research and analysis. RAND's publications do not necessarily reflect the opinions of its research clients and sponsors.
U.S. Armed Forces in the Arctic

Aug 12, 2024 | rand.org | Scott Savitz |Abbie Tingstad |Stephanie Pezard |Peter W. Gautier

As one of just eight countries with territory in the Arctic, the United States has considerable interests in the region. It also has a responsibility to prepare and protect U.S. armed forces that may be called on to secure its interests. This panel features insights from a RAND report on the Arctic operating capabilities of U.S. armed forces, as well as a broader discussion about the evolving security environment in the Arctic.
On the Eve of Destruction

Jun 5, 2024 | rand.org | Scott Savitz

The rapid seizure of operational port facilities has typically been a vital objective of any major amphibious invasion. Conversely, effective measures aimed at the denial of these facilities can significantly hinder an opponent's operations. This article looks at the continued relevance of port destruction, using the current threat posed by mainland China to Taiwan as an example. This report is part of the RAND external publication series.
Build Partners, Build Autonomy, Rebuild Mine Countermeasures

May 31, 2024 | usni.org | Scott Savitz

Lieutenant Commander Kramer is a submarine warfare officer and the deputy chief of staff for material and logistics at Commander, Submarine Group Seven, in Yokosuka, Japan. He graduated from the U.S. Naval Academy in 2011 with a bachelor’s degree in aerospace engineering, was an Olmsted Scholar in the class of 2017, and holds a master’s degree in defense studies from the University of Ljubljana. He previously served on board the USS Charlotte (SSN-766) and Rhode Island (SSBN-740)(Blue).
The Baltimore Bridge Collapse Is Also a National Security Problem

May 1, 2024 | rand.org | Scott Savitz |Michelle Ziegler

The collapse of Baltimore's Francis Scott Key Bridge was a tragic loss of life and one that awakened Americans to the fragility of the maritime transportation system. While this disaster appears to have been purely accidental, adversaries of the United States are likely observing how vulnerable a major port could be to an attack by something as common as a cargo ship going nine miles per hour.
The Baltimore Bridge Collapse Is Also a National Security Problem

May 1, 2024 | thecipherbrief.com | Scott Savitz |Michelle Ziegler

Posted: May 1st, 2024 OPINION — The collapse of Baltimore’s Francis Scott Key Bridge caused a tragic loss of life and awakened Americans to the fragility of the maritime transportation system. While this disaster appears to have been purely accidental, adversaries of the United States are likely taking note of how vulnerable a major American port could be to an attack by something as common as a cargo ship going nine miles per hour.
Strengthening U.S. Military Deception Capabilities

Apr 15, 2024 | realcleardefense.com | Fabian Villalobos |Scott Savitz

Deception is as old as warfare. Ancient tales across cultures describe cunning and creative tactics, such as the Trojan Horse, employed to defeat adversaries. The deceiving force gains advantage by both confusing the adversary and preserving its combat power. Ultimately, deception is a critical combat enabler that requires deliberate planning, creative practitioners, and limited resources. Read Full Article » Show comments Hide Comments Related Articles
Assemble the Bodyguard of Lies: Strengthening US Military Deception Capabilities

Apr 11, 2024 | mwi.westpoint.edu | Fabian Villalobos |Scott Savitz

Deception is as old as warfare. Ancient tales across cultures describe cunning and creative tactics, such as the Trojan Horse, employed to defeat adversaries. The deceiving force gains advantage by both confusing the adversary and preserving its combat power. Ultimately, deception is a critical combat enabler that requires deliberate planning, creative practitioners, and limited resources.
Assemble the Bodyguard of Lies: Strengthening U.S. Military Deception Capabilities

Apr 11, 2024 | rand.org | Fabian Villalobos |Scott Savitz

Deception is as old as warfare. Ancient tales across cultures describe cunning and creative tactics, such as the Trojan Horse, employed to defeat adversaries. The deceiving force gains advantage by both confusing the adversary and preserving its combat power. Ultimately, deception is a critical combat enabler that requires deliberate planning, creative practitioners, and limited resources.
'Back to the future' with naval mine warfare — THE MILLENNIAL PRESS

Jan 14, 2024 | themillennialpress.com | Scott Savitz

[Editor’s note: This story originally was published by Real Clear Wire.]By Scott SavitzReal Clear WireMines have a long history of reshaping naval warfare, both by damaging individual ships and by countering the actions of entire fleets. Remarkably, though, one way to make them even more effective is to take a “back to the future” approach in which vintage mine technologies, even some dating a century or more, are employed alongside modern capabilities.