2020人工智能与国家安全报告 - 美国国会（英文版）（43页）.pdf

1、 Artificial Intelligence and National Security Updated August 26, 2020 Congressional Research Service https:/crsreports.congress.gov R45178 Artificial Intelligence and National Security Congressional Research Service Summary Artificial intelligence (AI) is a rapidly growing field of technology with

2、potentially significant implications for national security. As such, the U.S. Department of Defense (DOD) and other nations are developing AI applications for a range of military functions. AI research is underway in the fields of intelligence collection and analysis, logistics, cyber operations, in

3、formation operations, command and control, and in a variety of semiautonomous and autonomous vehicles. Already, AI has been incorporated into military operations in Iraq and Syria. Congressional action has the potential to shape the technologys development further, with budgetary and legislative dec

4、isions influencing the growth of military applications as well as the pace of their adoption. AI technologies present unique challenges for military integration, particularly because the bulk of AI development is happening in the commercial sector. Although AI is not unique in this regard, the defen

5、se acquisition process may need to be adapted for acquiring emerging technologies like AI. In addition, many commercial AI applications must undergo significant modification prior to being functional for the military. A number of cultural issues also challenge AI acquisition, as some commercial AI c

6、ompanies are averse to partnering with DOD due to ethical concerns, and even within the department, there can be resistance to incorporating AI technology into existing weapons systems and processes. Potential international rivals in the AI market are creating pressure for the United States to compe