Scientists suggest the missile defense plan will face big hurdles, especially given its projected timeline and cost.
    • mkwt@lemmy.worldEnglish
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      1 month ago

      I think there are some recycled concepts from Star Wars. Some other parts are specific upgrade projects that DoD has been wanting to do anyway, that are probably worthwhile. I think the remaining chunk will be shoveling money to grifters for pie in the sky Real Genius projects that never work.

      I haven’t seen anyone seriously talking about actually using Iron Dome components for North American air defense. That’s a good thing. The geography and threat profile is completely different.