Who Is Going to Shoot Down the First ICBM (Intercontinental Ballistic Missiles) - Man or Machine.

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Abstract:

The short time available to attack ballistic missiles with a Strategic Defense Initiative SDI weapon system will preclude traditional national level decision making. A unique command and control C2 concept is required to best serve the balance between effectiveness and weapon system safety. This article develops that concept with a blend of autonomous operation with man in the loop and advocates early resolution to ensure C2 strategy and tactics push technology development.

Author(s):
Piepenbrink, John O.
Author Organization(s):
AIR COMMAND AND STAFF COLL MAXWELL AFB AL
Descriptive Note:
Student rept.,
Pagination:
0023

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DOCUMENT & CONTEXTUAL SUMMARY

Distribution:
Approved For Public Release

RECORD

Collection: TR
Identifying Numbers
Report Number(s):
ACSC-88-2130
 Subject Terms
Joint Capability Areas:
JCA_5_Command and Control; JCA_3_Force Application; JCA_7_Protection; JCA_3.2_Engagement; JCA_3.2.1_Kinetic Means; JCA_7.1.1_Prevent Kinetic Attack; JCA_7.1_Prevent; JCA_7.2_Mitigate; JCA_7.2.1_Mitigate Lethal Effects; JCA_8.2_Shape; JCA_8_Building Partnerships; JCA_1_Force Support; JCA_1.2_Force Preparation; JCA_8.2.2_Provide Aid to Foreign Partners and Institutions; JCA_3.1_Maneuver; JCA_5.2_Understand; JCA_5.2.2_Develop Knowledge and Situational Awareness; JCA_5.4_Decide; JCA_3.1.1_Maneuver to Engage; JCA_1.2.6_Concepts; JCA_5.3_Planning
Modernization Areas:
Space; Fully Networked C3
Communities of Interest:
Space
Descriptor(s):
*ANTIMISSILE DEFENSE SYSTEMS, ATTACK, COMMAND AND CONTROL SYSTEMS, DECISION MAKING, GUIDED MISSILES, LONG RANGE(DISTANCE), OPERATION, SYSTEM SAFETY, WEAPON SYSTEMS
Field(s)/Group(s):
Antimissile Defense Systems
Keyword(s):
*Strategic Defense Initiative
Report Date:
1988 Apr 01