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This 12 page paper explores a variety of types of laser weapons. The Space-based Laser, the Space-based Laser with Relay Mirrors, Ground-based Laser (with Relay Mirrors) and the Airborne Laser (with Relay Mirrors) are each discussed. Practical and political ramifications are assessed. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
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12 pages (~225 words per page)
File: RT13_SA350Lsr .rtf
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laser has been highly significant. This is particularly true in todays climate where it becomes important for the United States to have adequate defense strategies. According to a student, "laser
is at the heart of an extensive array of military applications from range finders, satellite communications systems, remote sensing, target designation, to laser radar-based navigational aids." The student also
points out that the political climate has changed, that no longer are there two superpowers at odds, but there are threats from a variety of areas. The change in
the environment has provided a sense of urgency in terms of the attacking of ballistic missiles during the boost phase, and notes that a National Missile Defense (NMD) solution should
include laser weaponry. Further, the student points out that such weapons can access weapons at boot phase and also travels at the speed of light, which are two important
advantages. To determine a sound investment strategy, one should examine four possible laser architectures as potential boost-phase defense weapons. II. Criteria When examining anything, and
comparing and contrasting options, criteria must be set. There are deal breakers and so there are requirements that something must be implemented, or not, but in any event, it is
certainly possible to objectively evaluate the four particular types of weapons to see which is most cost effective. According to requirements provided by a student, each piece of laser architecture
is to be evaluated in respect to "technical feasibility, operation consideration, cost, and political ramifications." Technical feasibility is thought to be critical to the assessment, "because if the technology
cannot be built, then the architecture should not be considered." This is fundamental. The weapon must be practical. The primary technical issues of each architecture are generally examined to see
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