Authored by Vikram Singh Sankhala, "AI-Driven Missile Interception: From Theory to Practice in Large-Area Defense" addresses the critical gap between theoretical research and practical deployment in modern missile defense systems. The book provides a comprehensive guide to leveraging cutting-edge Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning technologies to counter advanced threats like hypersonic missiles and drone swarms, focusing on building robust, real-world solutions capable of protecting vast regions. It delves into the evolution of AI-enabled threats and the corresponding advancements in AI-countered defense mechanisms, including AI-compressed kill chains and the optimization of sensor networks using neuromorphic fusion and edge AI.