1. Missile Myths - II: Upgrading Soviet SAM.
- Author
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Scoville Jr., Herbert
- Subjects
ANTIMISSILE missiles ,BALLISTIC missile defenses ,RADAR ,AERODYNAMICS ,ANTIAIRCRAFT missiles ,ANTI-tactical ballistic missiles ,TECHNOLOGY ,NATIONAL security - Abstract
Reports on concerns over a possible conversion of the Soviets' anti-aircraft defense missile systems into anti-ballistic missile systems (ABMs). Possible impact on the U.S.; Technology requirements; Problems with the system; Why many of the site locations are not suited for missile defense; Information on the U.S. Multiple Independently Targetable Reentry Vehicle programs; Necessary features of an ABM system, including high-powered, highly complex radars.
- Published
- 1971