Russian scientist Sabit Saitgarayev has suggested modifying the SS-18 Satan intercontinental ballistic missile to destroy asteroids threatening Earth.
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Category: Air Defense
MDA orders 29 SM-3 Block IBs
The U.S. Missile Defense Agency has place an order for 29 SM-3 Block IB interceptors with Raytheon.
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MEADS final test could involve two targets
According to Aviation Week, the consortium developing the Medium Extended Air Defense System (MEADS) is requesting approval from Italy, Germany and the United States to conduct a “dual-launch” scenario in the final test.
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Raytheon upgrades AN/TPY-2
Raytheon has redesigned eight circuit card assemblies for the AN/TPY-2 radar. The redesigned cards extend the advanced capabilities of the original design and incorporates technologies and processes previously unavailable a decade ago.
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Saudi Arabia plans to supply MANPADS to Syrian rebels
German news weekly Der Spiegel reported Sunday that Saudi Arabia plans to supply the Syrian opposition with shoulder-launched surface-to-air missiles.
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