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    UAV Systems Continuing Evolution

    Austin, Reg | Wiley | 2010
    Keywords: 1980srotorcraft UAV development for closerange reconnaissance and surveillance , 1990s ‐ availability of Global Positioning System (GPS) and satellite communications , 2000s ‐ development of larger, heavier and more capable systems , 1970s ‐ introduction of UAS designed for reconnaissance and surveillance , 1950s ‐ development of unmanned target aircraft, Falconer or Shelduck , 1960s ‐ development of faster, longer‐range target aircraft , 2010s ‐ fusing of imaging sensors in optical, IR and radar frequencies , UAV systems continuing evolution , cruise missiles ‐ development as long‐range armament