Laser Weapons In Space: Policy And Doctrine

by Keith B. Payne (Editor)

Overview

This is the first comprehensive examination of the issues surrounding the potential development by the United States of a space-based laser weapons program. The authors assess the implications of arms control agreements for a satellite-based laser program, including discussions of recent Soviet space-related arms control initiatives and the forthcoming ABM treaty review. They outline likely Soviet responses to a U.S. space-based laser system, address criticisms of the proposed program, and consider its future in light of developments in U.S. defense strategy and doctrine.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780367020194
Publisher:	Taylor & Francis
Publication date:	06/07/2019
Pages:	242
Product dimensions:	5.75(w) x 8.75(h) x (d)

Table of Contents

Westview Replica Editions — Introduction and Overview of Policy Issues — Space-Based Ballistic Missile Defense: An Overview of the Technical Issues — Implications of Arms Control Agreements and Negotiations for Space-Based BMD Lasers — Space-Based Lasers For Ballistic Missile Defense: Soviet Policy Options — Space-Based Lasers and the Evolution of Strategic Thought — The Strategic Nuclear Policy of the Reagan Administration: Trends, Problems, and the Potential Relevance of Space-Based Laser Weapons