Fire of the dragon: China's missiles are its new force of arms
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China's recent military initiatives toward Taiwan have shown that the bulk of its military arsenal include missiles. Its new Dongfeng class missiles are highly mobile and more accurate than previously thought of. Aside from its missile force, China has several modern aircraft, ships and submarines.
Publication Name: Popular Science
Subject: Science and technology
ISSN: 0161-7370
Year: 1996
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Mystery in Alaska
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A new research facility in Alaska seeks to gather information on the fluctuating ionosphere and its impact on long-range radio communications and surveillance. The facility is the cornerstone of the Dept. of Defense-sponsored High-Frequency Active Auroral Research Program.
Publication Name: Popular Science
Subject: Science and technology
ISSN: 0161-7370
Year: 1995
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