Strategic Defense Initiative - an overview

Journal Article · Mon Dec 31 23:00:00 EST 1984 · Horizons; (United States)

OSTI ID:5841389

Abrahamson, J A

A general framework for developing the concept and implementing options for strategic ballistic missile defense systems is emerging. The objective of the Strategic Defense Initiative (SDI) program is to conduct research on those technologies for defensive system which could intercept ballistic missiles after they have been launched and prevent them from hitting their targets. Its goal is to acquire the technical knowledge as a basis for a later decision on deployment, not a program for deployment or star wars. Abrahamson reviews the basic technological questions facing researchers, outlines the multi-layered defense possibilities and summarizes the status of technology to date. He argues for a continuity of resources to conduct the program. 4 figures.

• OSTI ID: 5841389
• Journal Information: Horizons; (United States), Journal Name: Horizons; (United States) Vol. 21:3; ISSN HORID
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

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