E-BOMB

Abstract

The contemporary military rivalry is driven mostly by the continued military technical revolution. In particular, the weapons used on the longer term battlefield will play a crucial role in military affairs. Which weapons can play a key role within the future.Electromagnetic weapons seem to involve key elements for the longer term battlefield; they provide advantages over conventional weaponry by providing nonlethality, the advantage of attack at the speed of sunshine , fast engagement of multiple targets, potentially low operational cost, and wide-area coverage for offensive and defensive purposes. This thesis proposes hypothetical electromagnetic bombs (e-bomb) and classifies e-bombs into three isocategories depending on power sources. It also assesses the potential lethality effects on different targets based on a developed MATLAB Simulation Model. It also provides an understanding of the principles of High Altitude Electromagnetic Pulse (HEMP) and High Power Microwave (HPM) Weapons. In addition, a measure of effectiveness model is proposed to compare the hypothetical e-bomb, HEMP and HPM weapons. The strategic effects on military affairs will be assessed. Finally, this study will help the Turkish Armed Forces decide on investment in e-bomb research and development (R&D) to improve combat capabilities in the future battlefield. High Power Electromagnetic Pulse generation techniques and High Power Microwave technology have matured to the purpose where practical E-bombs(Electromagnetic bombs) are getting technically feasible, with new applications in both Strategic and Tactical Information Warfare. The development of conventional E-bomb devices allows their use in non-nuclear confrontations. This paper discusses aspects of the technology base, weapon delivery techniques and proposes a doctrinal foundation for the utilization of such devices in warhead and bomb applications.