| ID | 077377 |
| Title Proper | Tracking Chinese strategic mobile missiles |
| Language | ENG |
| Author | Bin, Li |
| Publication | 2007. |
| Summary / Abstract (Note) | This paper analyzes the maneuverability, capabilities, and survivability of Chinese DF-31 mobile missiles and the ability of a proposed U.S. Space Radar system to persistently track them. The author posits possible defense strategies for the Chinese military and concludes that the survivability of the mobile DF-31's is not guaranteed during a nuclear attack given the huge U.S. strategic arsenal, but also questions the ability of the proposed U.S. Space Radar system to persistently track the DF-31's if the Chinese military engages in relatively simple countermeasures. Neither China nor the United States can be completely confident of a strategic advantage. The two countries need strategic dialogues to improve relations on this topic. |
| `In' analytical Note | Science and Global Security Vol. 15, No.1; Jan-Apr 2007: p1-30 |
| Journal Source | Science and Global Security Vol. 15, No.1; Jan-Apr 2007: p1-30 |
| Key Words | China ; Strategic Mobile Missiles ; China - Strategic Mobile Missile ; China - Strategic Relation - United States ; United States |