While researching cluster munitions, I came across this interesting chart in a 2004 presentation available from DTIC. Highlights from the brief presentation are below:
- Non-precision munitions still have a role – but need more accuracy and less volume
- Area delivered munitions problematic
- High dud rates with cluster munitions vs. unitary warheads
- Artillery round precision & collateral damage
- Continued effort needed to improve responsiveness of precision fires
- Improvements to Battle-Damage Assessment needed
