The morons who think they can speak against the test should also list what missile currently outperformes the Akash or will out perform it in next 2-3 years...
RE:Morons
by Bhola on Dec 19, 2007 06:23 PM Permalink
I dont know about Russian or European systems but the USA has Standard Missile sysems built in 1970 and upgraded in 1980s able to hit surface to air targets for ballistic missile defense purposes, deployed in their ships and can hit at speeds of mach 4.5 to destroy targets.
and yes congratulation to the team behind Indian missile systems. I was reading about them at Bharat rakshak, very impressed. Definately the finest amonngst us work in DRDO missile dept both in calibar as well as duty bound.
RE:RE:Morons
by Bhola on Dec 19, 2007 06:31 PM Permalink
Standard Missile is the world's choice for air defense and theater ballistic missile defense. For 50 years, Standard Missile technology has evolved to keep pace with the threat and grow into new missions. Standard was developed as a replacement for the Terrier, Talos and Tartar surface-to-air missiles.
SM-1 entered production in 1967 and remains in operation with many international navies. Raytheon has assumed support of SM-1 and is leading a team of companies to provide users around the globe with access to spares and repair services.
SM-2's primary role is to provide area defense against enemy aircraft and anti-ship cruise missiles. SM-2 is deployed in several configurations, ranging from SM-2 Block IIIA to SM-2 Block IV Extended Range.
RE:Morons
by Bhola on Dec 19, 2007 06:36 PM Permalink
JAPAN yesterday said it had successfully shot down a ballistic missile over the Pacific as part of joint efforts with the United States to erect a shield against possible attacks from North Korea.
Japan tested the US-developed Standard Missile 3 interceptor from a warship in waters off Hawaii 160 km above the earth surface.
