October 21, 1991

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MIXED SIGNALS FOR ELECTRONIC WARFARE

Gulf War Highlights Benefits, Future Needs of EW Systems

WASHINGTON The recent Persian Gulf conflict served as a showcase to demonstrate the effectiveness of a variety of electronic warfare techniques developed since tactical aircraft first encountered Soviet radar-guided missiles 25 years ago in Vietnam.

By PHILIP J. KLASS10 min

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INTERNATIONAL PRODUCT NEWS

Injection-Molded Optical Gyroscope Offers Cost, Size, Weight Savings

Recent breakthroughs in gyroscope technology promise dramatic sayings in cost, size and weight of this essential product for aerospace and military applications. Gyration, Inc., has developed what it claims to be the world’s first injectionmolded optical gyroscope.

SOVIET DEFENSE IN TURMOIL

Economic and Political Problems Threaten Soviet Military Modernization

WASHINGTON The Soviet military, like its U. S. counterpart, is trying to preserve its modernization programs while slashing production to meet declining budgets. But some Soviet and Russian defense officials question whether modernization can continue, given the dire economic and political problems the fragmented nation faces.

By JOHN D. MORROCCO8 min

TACTICAL AIRCRAFT ISSUES FOR USAF

Congress Seeks 1992 Formula For F-16, F-117A Procurement

WASHINGTON The U. S. Air Force faces an escalating competition for tactical aviation modernization funds as Congress tries to work out a compromise military authorization bill for Fiscal 1992. On one side is the General Dynamics F-16 multirole fighter, proposed by the Air Force for a final, 72-aircraft purchase during Fiscal 1992-93 to close out a production program that will not be equaled—well over 2,000 aircraft to the Air Force—in the foreseeable future.

By DAVID F. BOND7 min

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Three Teams Prepare for Competition On Theater Antimissile System Contract

By JAMES R. ASKER5 min

Domestic Airline Growth Boosts Beijing Exposition

By PAUL PROCTOR4 min

Controversial Soviet Space Platform Linked to Energia Booster Role

Three Teams Prepare for Competition On Theater Antimissile System Contract

By JAMES R. ASKER5 min

Domestic Airline Growth Boosts Beijing Exposition

By PAUL PROCTOR4 min

Controversial Soviet Space Platform Linked to Energia Booster Role

Xian Aircraft Mulls Designs For 60-64-Seat Commuter Transport

Fired Boeing Employee’s Suit Raises Questions About Attempts to Squelch UWB Research

NASA Awards Contract to Complete 'Costar' Designed to Fix Hubble Telescope Optics