Precision impact - the ultimate solution?
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Studies are being conducted to investigate the viability of a fiber-optic- controlled missile having a range of up to 100 km. Another research is studying the equipping of this and other fiber-optically-controlled weapons with dual infrared and millimetric-band radar sensors, data from both being simultaneously transmitted to the launcher through a single fiber optic cable. Investigations on the operational capabilities of such missiles demonstrate that firing blindly is no longer politically correct and that the syndrome is catching on mortars.
Publication Name: Armada International
Subject: Military and naval science
ISSN: 0252-9793
Year: 2000
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Rheinmetall's mettle for the 2000s
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Rheinmetall DeTec of Germany is a conglomerate that was formed by following an acquisition strategy of creating a cohesive chain of services. The company, as a result of its 'system of systems house' approach to expansion, is now able to provide expertise in four fields of the defense industry. These include simulation and training, naval systems, land systems and weapons and ammunition.
Publication Name: Armada International
Subject: Military and naval science
ISSN: 0252-9793
Year: 2000
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