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124 mapping the development of autonomy in weapon systems
Targeting, autonomous: The capability of weapon systems to search for, detect, identify,
track, prioritize, select and/or engage with targets. Autonomous targeting can be
divided into (a) target acquisition (i.e. the ability to search for, detect, identify, track,
prioritize and/or select targets to permit the effective employment of weapons); and
(b) target engagement (i.e. the ability to decide to intercept, use force against, neutralize,
damage or destroy targets).
Targeting cycle: The entire process of selecting targets to be attacked, destroyed or
taken in warfare. It is a broader process than mere targeting by weapon systems, as
it also includes aspects such as setting of strategic goals by high command; design of
approved target sets; goal analysis; target development; validation, nomination and
prioritization; capability analysis; assignment of capabilities; execution of the mission;
and post-strike assessment.
Unmanned systems (UxS): Refers to any type of unmanned system without specifying
the domain in which it operates. Includes unmanned aerial systems (UASs), unmanned
maritime systems (UMSs) and unmanned ground systems (UGSs).
Waypoint navigation: An aspect of autonomous mobility. The process of automatically
following a predetermined path, defined by geodetic coordinates. This can be done
through, among other things, GPS, stellar navigation or optical/radar observation of
points.
Weapon platform: The platform on which a weapon system is mounted (e.g. a combat
aircraft on which missiles are mounted). See also: Weapon system.
Weapon system: A system that may consist of multiple physical platforms, including
carrier and launch platforms, sensors, fire control systems and communication links
needed for a weapon to engage a target. See also: Weapon platform.