Instructions:
Based upon the impact of
science and technology on warfare referring to text book Technology: A Critical History of a Concept as written by Eric
Schatzberg, prepare an INDIVIDUAL essay focusing on one (1) only of the
weapon systems as used in the UAE forces.
Choose one (1) of the weapon systems as used by UAE Armed Forces (Air,
Land, Sea) showing the following:
1. Introduction
of the chosen weapon system including the history and the reason behind the
creation of such a weapon system.
2. Explain the principle of operation of the weapon
system and the concept of warfare using such a weapon system.
3. How did the science and technology impact
development and requirement of the chosen weapon system?
4. What are the Pros and Cons of the chosen weapon
system (strengths/weakness/vulnerabilities) from your perspective, how can we
improve upon the weapon system to tackle its known and identified Cons.?
5. Why does the UAE Armed Forces use this weapon
system? How does this weapon system enhance the capabilities of UAE Armed
Forces?
6. Conclusion.
7.
The structure
of the essay should follow the items shown in Table 1.