Why drones are taking over the battlefield
By The Sydney Morning Herald and The Age
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From Ukraine, to Iran and around the world, open-source technology and 3D-printed parts are making drones the future of armed conflict. These cheap flying weapons are reshaping the business of war, with newer, smaller manufacturers outpacing and outgunning traditional defence contractors. Senior reporter for the Age, Chris Zappone, explains how drones are disrupting the way war is waged. Subscribe to our YouTube channel: / smh Read the best of our journalism: https://www.smh.com.au/ https://www.theage.com.au/ Listen to our podcasts: https://podcasts.smh.com.au/ https://podcasts.theage.com.au/
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