Internet of Military Things (IoMT): Enhancing Situational Awareness and Operational Efficiency in Modern Armed Forces

Nidhi Gour¹, Kavita Singh², Priyanjali Goswami³, Shantanu Kushwah⁴, Madhuri Singh⁵

^1,2,5Assistant Professor, Applied Science, Sagar Institute of Research & Technology, Bhopal, India.  

^3,4Student, Department of Electronics and Communication, Sagar Institute of Research & Technology, Bhopal, India. 

Abstract

Technology has significantly optimized the defense sector by enhancing operational efficiency, securing critical infrastructure, and strengthening combat capabilities. Advanced technologies such as the Internet of Things (IoT), Artificial Intelligence (AI), block chain, cybersecurity, and robotized systems have transformed modern warfare, reconnaissance, and military logistics. IoT-based sensors and connected devices enable real-time data collection from battlefields, borders, and strategic assets. These smart sensors monitor troop movements, environmental conditions, equipment performance, and potential threats. Surveillance drones integrated with IoT systems provide continuous operational monitoring, transmitting live video and intelligence to command centers. This constant data flow improves situational awareness, faster decision-making, and coordinated responses. AI processes vast amounts of collected data to identify patterns and predict risks, while block chain ensures secure communication and data integrity. Cybersecurity protects defense networks from cyber attacks. Meanwhile, robotic systems reduce human exposure to danger during reconnaissance and combat missions. Together, these technologies create a highly responsive, data-driven defense ecosystem that enhances mission success and national security.     

Keywords: Internet of Things (IoT), Machine-to-Machine, Combat capabilities, Internet connected, Internet of military things (IoMT), Automatic chemical agent detection and alarm (ACADA), Chemical, biological, radiological, and Nuclear (CBRN)

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