Computer Science
Scientific paper
Apr 1990
adsabs.harvard.edu/cgi-bin/nph-data_query?bibcode=1990spfl...32..124p&link_type=abstract
Spaceflight (ISSN 0038-6340), vol. 32, April 1990, p. 124, 125.
Computer Science
Launch Vehicles, Military Air Facilities, Military Technology, Surface To Surface Missiles, Titan 2 Icbm, Armed Forces (United States), Missile Silos, Missile Storage
Scientific paper
The decision by the USAF to reduce its reliance on the Space Shuttle by procuring a fleet of complementary expendable launch vehicles (ELVs) is reviewed. Fifty-four new Titan IV, Delta II, and Atlas II ELVs were ordered, which will carry the majority of the DOD's future payloads. In addition, 14 retired Titan II ICBMs have been selected for space use after serving on strategic alert for nearly 25 years in underground silos. Beginning in October 1982 the LGM-25C Titan II weapon system was deactivated over a 5-year period as part of the strategic forces modernization program. There were 56 missiles available for conversion as space launch vehicles. Information is presented on Titan II storage and refurbishment. The Titan 23G space launch vehicle and its proposed scheduled launches are also reviewed.
Caldwell Lee
Powell Joel W.
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