Space-Based Global Strike: Understanding Strategic and Military Implications

Abstract

The purpose of this study is to examine the concept of prompt space-based global strikes. In order to contribute to the debate about its potential benefits and problems, this study addresses the effects of cultural mindsets and institutional preferences on decisions about future military strategy and forces. It examines how prompt precision strikes through space could provide an important set of options in future crises that are beyond the capabilities of current U,S military forces.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Aug 01, 2001
Accession Number
ADA407068

Entities

People

  • Larry G. Sills

Organizations

  • Air War College

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Air Platforms
  • Autonomy
  • Counter WMD
  • Space

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Aerial Warfare
  • Air Force
  • Air Force Facilities
  • Aircraft Equipment
  • Aircrafts
  • Airframes
  • Anti-Ballistic Missiles
  • Fighter Aircraft
  • Guided Bombs
  • Intercontinental Ballistic Missiles
  • Military Organizations
  • Military Science
  • Munitions
  • National Security
  • Prompt Global Strike
  • War Colleges
  • Warfare

Readers

  • Strategic Security Studies

Technology Areas

  • Space