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The article discusses the capabilities and innovations of air defense systems, focusing on the MIG-29 and the development of the infrared search and track (IRST) system. The MIG-29, which already features an IRST system, is highlighted for its superior performance compared to other combat aircraft. Additionally, it mentions significant contracts, such as the $200 million deal for aircraft modernization and the effectiveness of new radars for upgrading existing systems. The article also addresses the importance of technologies like lasers and satellites for target detection and destruction, emphasizing the ongoing evolution of military capabilities.
Authors
- Fernando de Assis Martins Costa
Institutions
- Academia da Força Aérea (BR)
Publication Details
- Journal
- REVISTA DA UNIFA
- Published
- 2024-11-04
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.22480/rev.unifa.1991.7.981
- Primary Topic
- Youth, Drugs, and Violence
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.00