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1 online resource |
| Physical Medium |
polychrome |
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text file |
| Summary |
This work examines emerging military technologies including nanotech, robotics, cyberwar, human enhancement, and non-lethal weapons. Author Richard O'Meara describes the technological uncertainty of the environment in which they are created, and engages the reader in the discussion regarding past attempts to govern technologies and the potential for future governance. |
| Contents |
1. The Nature of the Problem -- 2. Gadgets and Gizmos -- 3. Innovators and Consumers: The Culture of Innovation and Use of Military Technology in the 21st Century -- 4. Intended and Unanticipated Consequences -- 5. Contemporary Governance Architecture -- 6. Arms Around the Problem: Suggestions for Future Governance -- 7. Conclusion. |
| Local Note |
eBooks on EBSCOhost EBSCO eBook Subscription Academic Collection - North America |
| Subject |
Military art and science -- Technological innovations.
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Military art and science -- Technological innovations. |
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Military art and science. |
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Military art and science -- Technological innovations -- Moral and ethical aspects.
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Theory of warfare & military science. |
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Human rights. |
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Defence strategy, planning & research. |
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War & defence operations. |
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HISTORY -- Military -- Other. |
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TECHNOLOGY & ENGINEERING -- Military Science. |
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Theory of warfare & military science. |
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Human rights, civil rights. |
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Military & defence strategy. |
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War & defence operations. |
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Warfare and Defence. |
| Genre/Form |
Electronic books.
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| ISBN |
9781137449177 (electronic book) |
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1137449179 (electronic book) |
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