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Jan 1, 1957

A Family of Recoverable Reconnaissance Satellites

This research memorandum is the product of a feasibility study undertaken by several members of the RAND technical staff. The basic idea of using a spin-stabilized panoramic camera in the manner described herein was developed by M. E. Davies in the spring of 1957.

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Jan 1, 1957

On weighted PCM and mean square deviation.

A proof that the functional equation technique of dynamic programming can be used advantageously in analyzing weighted pulse-code modulation (WPCM) communication systems. WPCM differs from normal PCM in that the amplitude of the transmitted pulses re...

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Sep 1, 1956

Protecting U.S. Power to Strike Back in the 1950s and 1960s

This study seeks to reduce the vulnerability of U.S. Air Force long-range bombers based in the United States.

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Apr 3, 1956

Restoration of Runways Following Attack

This short paper seeks to determine suitable planning criteria for the restoration of runways obstructed directly or indirectly by an attack with weapons of 0.5-, 1-, 2-, and 10-megaton yield ground burst.

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Feb 24, 1956

Variations in Aircraft Shelter Costs

This short paper estimates the costs for B-52 and B-47 hardened shelters as a function of blast pressure resistance (50, 100, 150, or 200 psi) and structural system (either reinforced concrete with steel roof or structural steel only).

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Jan 1, 1956

Artificial Satellites of the Moon

A discussion of the requirements for establishing an artificial satellite of the moon.

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Dec 13, 1955

Estimates of Aircraft Shelter Costs

This short paper presents a cost analysis of alternative hardened aircraft shelter designs for a notional fighter aircraft and B-66, B-47, and B-52 bombers.

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Jul 25, 1955

SAC Dispersal: Estimated Costs of Recovery Bases and Home Shelters

This short report estimates the costs of recovery bases for B-52s and B-47s. Bases have minimal facilities but do include hardened shelters for crew and flyaway kits.

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Jun 29, 1955

SAC Dispersal: Estimated Installations Costs of Wing, Main and Satellite Bomber Bases, Hard and Soft

This short paper estimates the installation costs for B-52 and B-47 bombers in a variety of basing schemes, including a smaller number of wing-level bases; dispersing aircraft in groups of 5, 15, or 45 aircraft; and hardening bases.

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May 4, 1955

B-52 Main and Satellite Base Installations Cost: Warm and Cold Climate

This short paper estimates the costs of B-52 main and dispersal bases in warm and cold climates.

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Jan 1, 1955

Soviet agriculture since the September 1953 reforms. 15 September, 1955.

A discussion of the developments proposed after the 1953 Soviet agricultural reforms to reduce the importance of private production in total food supply. In particular, this study discusses USSR plans to increase the production of specific crops and ...

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Sep 15, 1954

Preservation of Tactical Air Combat Potential in Western Europe: Guided Missile Defense Potential

An investigation of surface-to-air guided missiles as a means of augmenting Allied tactical air bases in Western Europe from 1955 to 1958.

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A Family of Recoverable Reconnaissance Satellites

On weighted PCM and mean square deviation.

Protecting U.S. Power to Strike Back in the 1950s and 1960s

Restoration of Runways Following Attack

Variations in Aircraft Shelter Costs

Artificial Satellites of the Moon

Estimates of Aircraft Shelter Costs

SAC Dispersal: Estimated Costs of Recovery Bases and Home Shelters

SAC Dispersal: Estimated Installations Costs of Wing, Main and Satellite Bomber Bases, Hard and Soft

B-52 Main and Satellite Base Installations Cost: Warm and Cold Climate

Soviet agriculture since the September 1953 reforms. 15 September, 1955.

Preservation of Tactical Air Combat Potential in Western Europe: Guided Missile Defense Potential

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