• Journal of The Korean Institute of Defense Technology
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• v.5 no.3
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• pp.18-28
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• 2023

The threat of drones is widely occurring not only in the military field but also for important national facilities such as airports and nuclear power plants. Drones are very diverse in types and control methods, so it is not easy to have a uniform defense method and system, and with the development of drone technology, the war paradigm using drones as weapons is also changing. In particular, advances in drone technology are improving the efficiency and accuracy of reconnaissance and attack missions. Nevertheless, it is very difficult to secure research cases on military operation of drones due to difficulties in obtaining information on military operations. Therefore, in this study, we try to create basic data that can effectively establish a plan for performing reconnaissance and attack missions by deriving each operational aspect through analysis of operation cases of reconnaissance and attack drones.

• Proceedings of the Korea Information Processing Society Conference
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• 2016.04a
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• pp.246-249
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• 2016

최근 무인항공기 기술이 발달함에 따라, 군사, 교통, 농업 등 드론의 활용분야가 다양해지고 있다. 하지만 드론이 다양한 분야에 활용되고 있음에도 불구하고, 아직까지 다양한 취약점에 노출되어 다양한 피해를 야기 시키고 있다. 실제 현재 활용되는 드론의 경우 대부분 위치를 찾고 보정하기 위해 GPS가 활용되고 있지만, GPS의 경우 GPS스푸핑, GPS재밍 등 다양한 취약점에 노출되고 있으며, GPS 취약점에 기반 하여 드론의 추락 및 권한 획득 등의 다양한 사건사고가 발생하였다. 따라서 본 논문에서는 현재 GPS를 사용하는 드론들의 보안 사례와 취약성을 분석하고 이를 해결하기 위한 방안으로 별추적 카메라 기반 드론 운용 기법을 제안한다.

• Proceedings of the Korean Society of Computer Information Conference
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• 2020.01a
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• pp.83-86
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• 2020

본 논문에서는 해군의 향후 군사용 드론 활용 가능방안을 제안한다. AI, 자율주행 등의 4차 산업혁명 기술들과 함께 상용분야에서는 이미 다양한 드론 활용방안들이 제시되고 있으며, 육군은 이에 발맞춰 2018년 10월 드론봇 전투단을 창설하여 운용 중에 있다. 하지만 아직 해군의 군사용 드론 운용 및 활용방안 등에 관한 연구는 미진하며, 따라서 현재 해군의 군용 드론 활용현황을 살펴보고 객체인식, 자율주행 등의 최신기술과 상용활용 사례 등을 군에 접목시켜 앞으로의 활용 가능방안에 대해서 제안하고자 한다.

• Korean Security Journal
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• no.62
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• pp.65-86
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• 2020

Drones, which were originally developed for military purpose, have expanded rapidly not only in hobbies, leisure, but also in broadcasting, filming, and public sectors, and search and rescue drones have been used to find four Korean teachers who went to Nepal for volunteer work but went missing in the avalanche. The government is encouraging the use of drones in the public sector as a policy to foster the drone industry, and the market is expected to expand in the future. This study presents improvement measures and specific directions for use of drones by public agencies at a time when the use of drones is expanding in the public sector. To that end, this research reviewed the interviews of relevant experts, analysis of drone operation regulations by public agencies, and the cases of operation of drones for searching missing persons by police. First of all, it will have to secure skilled personnel before the introduction of the drones and then determine the specifications of the drones through sufficient review, and then be put into the mission after careful examination of the drones. Next, it is necessary to draw up a base rule for drone operation and draw up a manual accordingly. Finally, drone flight has the risk of a crash, and it is essential to secure dedicated personnel for drone operation, especially since drones in the public sector are specialized in large scale compared to hobby drones to achieve their purpose. This research only conducted a detailed analysis of the National Police Agency's drones for searching for missing persons, and there are limitations to the number of people interviewed. Subsequent studies will require analysis of various public institutions, and in addition to interviews, surveys will require analysis of various data and statistics.

• The Journal of the Convergence on Culture Technology
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• v.10 no.4
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• pp.413-418
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• 2024

This paper analyzes the technological advancements of military drones and their subsequent effects on modern warfare and international relations. It first examines the historical development of military drones and analyzes the key features and advantages of contemporary military drones. The paper then explores the changes in warfare tactics and military strategies brought about by drone technology, along with discussing the legal and ethical issues related to drone usage. Finally, recent war cases and country-specific responses are reviewed to evaluate the current operational status and impact of military drones. This study offers recommendations for the development of drone operations within the South Korean military and addresses the legal and ethical challenges posed by drone warfare on the international stage.

• The Journal of the Convergence on Culture Technology
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• v.9 no.5
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• pp.403-407
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• 2023

This study started with the background that future South Korean military organizations should develop a complex system linking unmanned systems by analyzing and considering cases using "drone," which has recently become an essential means of war. In 2014 and 2022, South Korea is facing serious security threats from North Korean drones that have recently invaded South Korea's airspace in a row. If a North Korean drone was loaded with explosives and poisonous gas and invaded our airspace, the damage would be more serious. Furthermore, what the Azerbaijan-Armenian War of 2020 and the ongoing Ukraine-Russia war have in common is that battles using "combat drones" are underway. Watching this shift in the domestic and overseas war paradigm, drones have become essential for military operations. In the context of a "ceasefire" and the military environment on the Korean Peninsula, South Korea should actively develop "Combat drones" that take into account precise strikes and portability against targets linked to military drones.

• The Journal of the Convergence on Culture Technology
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• v.10 no.4
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• pp.397-403
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• 2024

North Korea's rapidly advancing drone development and operational capabilities have become a significant threat to South Korea's security. The drone incursions by North Korea in 2014, 2017, and 2022 demonstrate the technological advancement and provocative potential of North Korean drones. This study aims to closely analyze the military threats posed by North Korean drones and seek effective countermeasures. The research examines the development level of North Korean drone technology, its military applications, the characteristics and patterns of recent drone incursions, the adequacy and limitations of South Korea's current response systems, and future countermeasures. For this purpose, domestic and international research literature and media reports were reviewed, and specific North Korean drone incursion cases were analyzed. The results indicate that North Korea's small drones possess technological features such as small size, low altitude, low-speed flight, long-duration flight, and reconnaissance equipment. These drones pose threats that can be utilized for reconnaissance, surveillance, surprise attacks, and terrorism. Additionally, South Korea's current response systems reveal limitations such as inadequate detection and identification capabilities, low interception success rates, lack of an integrated response system, and insufficient specialized personnel and equipment. Therefore, this study suggests various technical, policy, and international cooperative countermeasures, including the development of drone detection and identification technologies, the utilization of diverse drone neutralization technologies, the establishment of legal and institutional foundations, the construction of a cooperative framework among relevant agencies, and the strengthening of international cooperation. The study particularly emphasizes the importance of raising awareness of the North Korean drone threat across South Korean society and unifying national efforts to respond to these threats.

• Journal of the Korea Institute of Information and Communication Engineering
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• v.25 no.5
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• pp.619-627
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• 2021

Recent advance in low cost and light-weight drones has extended their application areas in both military and private sectors. Accordingly surveillance program against unfriendly drones has become an important issue. Drone detection and classification technique has long been emphasized in order to prevent attacks or accidents by commercial drones in urban areas. Most commercial drones have small sizes and low reflection and hence typical sensors that use acoustic, infrared, or radar signals exhibit limited performances. Recently, artificial intelligence algorithm has been actively exploited to enhance radar image identification performance. In this paper, we adopt machined learning algorithm for high resolution radar imaging in drone detection and classification applications. For this purpose, simulation is carried out against commercial drone models and compared with experimental data obtained through high resolution radar field test.

• The Journal of the Convergence on Culture Technology
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• v.10 no.4
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• pp.425-430
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• 2024

This paper analyzes the characteristics of various types of unmanned aerial vehicles (drones) for military use and how each type can be utilized in military operations. The scope of the study focuses on the structural features, advantages and disadvantages, and military application cases of fixed-wing, rotary-wing, hybrid, and swarm drones. It also discusses the development direction of drone technology, changes in military strategy, opportunities, and challenges. The results show that each type of drone plays a crucial role in various military operations such as reconnaissance, surveillance, strike, logistics, search, and rescue. With advancements in artificial intelligence, autonomous flight, and swarm technologies, the range of drone applications is expected to expand further. However, ensuring the safety and ethics of drone operations and establishing international norms have emerged as major challenges.

• Journal of Advanced Navigation Technology
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• v.25 no.5
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• pp.377-383
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• 2021

In this paper, we describe the case of automatic test equipment development for hardware verification of stores management computer mounted on aircraft. Recently, the required functions of aircraft have been diversified and the related technologies of avionics equipment have developed, and the types and quantity of interfaces required for avionics equipment have increased. In addition to the existing old stores, the stores management computer also needs to control the interface in large quantities as the requirements for the new stores are added. For this reason, the time and manpower required for the inspection of avionic equipment are also increasing, and if the test process of avionic equipment can be automated and unmanned, more efficient inspection system operation will be possible. Therefore, this paper introduces the case of designing test software and test scenario to automate the structural design contents and verification process of test equipment required for the verification of hardware function of stores management computer.