Antisatellites (Killer Satellites) (CRS Report for Congress)
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| Release Date |
March 21, 1983 |
| Report Number |
IB81123 |
| Authors |
Marcia S. Smith, Science Policy Research Division |
| Source Agency |
Congressional Research Service |
Summary:
Should the United States develop an operational ASAT capability, or shouldthe focus instead be on renewing the stalled ASAT limitation talks, or shouldthere be some combination of the two approaches If the United Statespursues an ASAT system, is the current effort related to air-launched missiles sufficient, or whould a ground-based option be pursued? Should research into laser and particle beam weapons be accelerated? In the absence of an ASAT limitation treaty, should the United States place more emphasis on means to ensure the survivability of critical military satellites and their associated ground stations and data links?
