Chinese Missiles Dong Feng-3 or -3A (DF-3/3A) (US: CSS-2) The CSS-2/DF-3 is a single-stage, liquid fueled missile fitted with a thermonuclear warhead. It has a range of 2,800 kilometers and…
Missile
This is a list of the Wisconsin Project’s work related to ballistic missiles. Only nuclear weapon powers, or countries seeking nuclear weapons, have built such missiles. Their accuracy over long distances when armed with a nuclear warhead would destroy most targets. Our research focuses on countries expanding their ballistic missile capacity and on how exports fuel such efforts.
China’s Ballistic Missile Update – 2004
Introduction China continues to modernize its ballistic missile arsenal. Although limited in number and capability when compared to their American counterparts, China’s ballistic missiles are being improved in a number…
The Spread of Weapons of Mass Destruction
Remarks at the American Israel Public Affairs Committee Conference in Washington D.C. I am pleased to be able to speak to this distinguished forum, and to say a few words…
Seminal Issues as Viewed through the Lens of The Progressive Case
Remarks at the Conference “Weapons of Mass Destruction, National Security, and a Free Press: Seminal Issues as Viewed through the Lens of The Progressive Case” Cardozo School of Law I…
Brazil’s Rockets and Missiles Update – 2004
Brazil’s attempt to develop a national space launch program has continued to experience setbacks. The third attempt to launch Brazil’s first big space rocket failed in August 2003. Nevertheless, Brazilian…
Iran Missile Update – 2004
Iran continues to develop its ballistic missile capability, despite a number of setbacks in recent flight tests. Since 2000, Iran has focused its efforts on the Shahab 3 medium-range missile,…
Brazil Missile Milestones – 1945-2003
1945: Brazil establishes the Aeronautical Technical Center for space research and rocket development. 1965: Sonda rocket development begins; first two rockets provide experience in testing thermal protections, propellants, aerodynamic configurations…
North Korea Missile Update – 2003
Although North Korea has not tested a long-range missile since 1998, the U.S. Central Intelligence Agency reports that North Korea is still actively importing raw material and components for its…
Pakistan Missile Update – 2003
Missile tests Pakistan continues to develop its ballistic missile capability with foreign assistance and has pursued an ambitious testing program. In May 2002, Pakistan flight-tested its solid-fueled Abdali (Hatf 2)…
The Missile Threat: Who Has What and Where Did They Get It?
Remarks at the Conference on Transatlantic Cooperation on Missile Defense Aspen Institute Berlin Rome, Italy It is a pleasure and an honor to discuss missile defense before this expert and…