Defense Conversion - Redirecting R and D. Summary

Abstract

Defense conversion means finding productive civilian uses for the resources and people formerly devoted to the Nation's defense. Channeling the savings from reduced defense R and D to civilian R and D is, of course, only one option for using the peace dividend. There are many others, including deficit reduction. This Report examines opportunities to advance civilian technologies and improve U.S. industrial competitiveness internationally by redirecting research and development from defense to dual-use or civilian purposes.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
May 01, 1993
Accession Number
ADA274601

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