Reference Book on NATO Rationalization, Standardization and Interoperability (RSI). Volume 2. Department of Defense Official Directives and Statements of Secretary of Defense, Under Secretary of Defense (R&E), Concerning RSI.

Abstract

This Directive reissues a reference providing Department of Defense policy and responsibilities for standardization and interoperability of weapon systems and equipment within the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO). The five top priority areas for interoperability and standardization have been established by the Joint Chiefs of Staff and endorsed by the NATO Military Committee. These areas are: command, control, and communication systems; cross- servicing of aircraft; ammunition; and compatible battlefield surveillance/target designation/acquisition systems. The fifth, interoperability and standardization of components and spare parts, are goals in all programs.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Nov 01, 1979
Accession Number
ADA151462

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  • National Defense Industrial Association

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  • Advanced Electronics
  • Biomedical
  • Ground and Sea Platforms
  • Human Systems
  • Space
  • Weapons Technologies

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  • Airframes
  • Anti-Tank Missiles
  • Congress
  • Contingency Operations (Military)
  • Employment
  • Health Services
  • Inertial Navigation
  • Interagency Coordination
  • International Law
  • International Organizations
  • International Relations
  • Medical Personnel
  • Military Organizations
  • Military Science
  • National Security
  • Organizational Structure
  • Warning Systems

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  • Defense Financial Management and Audit.
  • International Relations and European Studies
  • Munitions and Ordnance Engineering