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Physics and U.S. national security
Rev. Mod. Phys. 71, S460 – Published 1 March, 1999
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1103/RevModPhys.71.S460
Abstract
Throughout history there has been a close relation between physics and the military. In this article the author concentrates on the connection between physics and U.S. national security. In particular he discusses applications of physics to photo reconnaissance from space, antiballistic missile systems, nuclear testing, and scientific advising. The author also touches briefly on ethical aspects of the relation between science and the military.
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