Department of Defense Statement on the Balanced Technology Initiative to the Committee on Armed Services, United States Senate, 100th. Congress, Second Session,

Abstract

Strong support is stated for the Balanced Technology Initiative and its objectives. The program has special importance in view of the recent INF Treaty and the growing need to improve the defensive capabilities of US and Allied conventional forces in Europe. The technology development and demonstration program implemented is a sound and responsive one that properly addresses both near-term and longer-term conventional defense needs. Continuing effective development and management of the program will be provided to assure that its objectives and full potential will be realized. Maintaining a strong and balanced defense program is of critical importance for assuring the national security of the United States and the well being of our Allies now and into the future. Program categories: Smart Weapons Technology; RSTA/BMC3 Technology; Armor/Anti-Armor Technology; High Power Microwaves; and Special Technology Opportunities.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Apr 11, 1988
Accession Number
ADA191841

Entities

People

  • Robert C. Duncan

Organizations

  • Office of the Director

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Ground and Sea Platforms
  • Space
  • Weapons Technologies

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Air Force
  • Amphibious Operations
  • Autonomous Guidance
  • Conventional Warfare
  • Department Of Defense
  • Detectors
  • High Power Microwaves
  • Munitions
  • National Security
  • Precision-Guided Munitions
  • Projectiles
  • Recognition
  • Surveillance
  • Target Recognition
  • Test And Evaluation
  • Test Facilities
  • Warfare

Readers

  • Military Science and Technology Research and Modernization.
  • Public Financial Management and Budgeting
  • Systems Analysis and Design

Technology Areas

  • Directed Energy