Where Drones Drop Dead and GPS Goes Haywire
- sciart0
- Dec 31, 2025
- 1 min read
Quick Summary
Modern warfare technology, like drones and robots, faces significant challenges in the Arctic due to extreme cold, magnetic storms, and navigation difficulties.
During a seven-nation polar exercise, U.S. military vehicles broke down after 30 minutes, and $20,000 night-vision optics failed in minus 40 degree Fahrenheit conditions.
The Arctic’s harsh environment, including the Aurora Borealis, interferes with radio communications and satellite navigation systems, posing unique military challenges.