| Description |
1 online resource (17 pages) : color illustrations |
| Series |
Disruptive defense papers |
| Contents |
I. Introduction -- II. Manufacturing future systems -- III. Linking acquisition and operations : what to build -- IV. Acquisition comparison -- V. Conclusion |
| Summary |
The authors address concerns about the U.S. ability to maintain its current technological advantage and argue that emerging technologies and concepts can "change the game" in combat aircraft acquisition. They maintain that unmanned aircraft systems with shorter development and production schedules and reduced costs can be built to meet operational requirements by drawing on several emerging technologies such as 3-D printing (or additive manufacturing), integrated robotic assembly and digital design technology. The authors urge the United States to make investments in these capabilities, stressing that if we do not innovate boldly, others will |
| Notes |
"December 2013." |
| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references (pages 16-17) |
| Notes |
Description based on online resource; title from PDF title page (CNAS, viewed December 24, 2013) |
| Subject |
Manufacturing processes -- United States
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Manufacturing processes.
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| SUBJECT |
United States -- Armed Forces -- Weapons systems -- Procurement
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United States -- Armed Forces -- Equipment -- Procurement
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| Subject |
United States.
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| Form |
Electronic book
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| Author |
FitzGerald, Ben, author
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Center for a New American Security, publisher.
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