This article addresses one component of the debate on whether or not to weaponize space. Specifically, it looks at whether a decision to base weapons in space would produce a net, long-term increase in relative military capability for the United States or serve to reduce its current military dominance. It defines 'space-based weapon' as a system placed in orbit or deep space that is designed 'for destroying, damaging, rendering inoperable, or changing the flight trajectory of space objects, or for damaging objects in the atmosphere or on the ground.'.


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    Title :

    Space-Based Weapons: Long-Term Strategic Implications and Alternatives


    Contributors:

    Publication date :

    2005


    Size :

    25 pages


    Type of media :

    Report


    Type of material :

    No indication


    Language :

    English





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