Some of China’s 11,000 mega bridges could be at risk from small drones: study

According to a report by SCMP… Scientists in China have simulated a drone attack on one of the country’s major suspension bridges to determine the vulnerability of key transport hubs to modern warfare tactics.
The researchers found that a drone carrying just 30kg (66lb) of TNT could trigger a bridge collapse if it detonated within inches of the main suspension cable at the point where it meets a support tower.
The targeted bridge strikes that have featured in Russia’s war on Ukraine showed that warfare has shifted from mass… complete report is on link below. Source: https://www.scmp.com/news/china/science/article/3368205/some-chinas-11000-mega-bridges-could-be-risk-small-drones-study?utm_source=rss_feed