Liu Zhen
Chinese arms makers should explore the use of artificial intelligence in the development of weapons to improve efficiency and quality, according to a state-run defence industry magazine.
But the article in the latest issue of Modern Weaponry also noted that AI technology had risks and challenges and its use should be approached with caution.
“Artificial intelligence will leverage its self-learning capabilities in the development of weapons and equipment, serving as an advisory tool that provides recommendations,” according to the article in the publication run by state defence corporation China North Industries Group, or Norinco.
It said the technology could also provide more efficient and accurate design and simulation tools using historical data and optimising design algorithms, and it could significantly upgrade traditional systems like artillery production.
AI would do that by analysing historical trajectory data and integrating real-time sensor data. So it would learn about then create more detailed firing tables for the artillery, and adjust the key factors that affect projectile accuracy.
“The earlier a traditional weapon system was introduced and the lower its level of automation, the more significant the performance enhancement that can be achieved by applying AI to optimise its design methodologies and underlying performance principles,” the article said.
It also pointed to the use of AI in new system research and development, particularly digital twin technology that creates a virtual replica of the equipment for simulation and testing. It said the technology could improve early prediction of potential failures and diagnosis of mechanical faults by having the twin model reverse-engineer the cause.
AI could also be used to evaluate the combat performance of weapons and equipment – including testing and assessment under near-realistic operating conditions – and it could improve testing methodologies to improve accuracy, according to the article.
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