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The Importance of Stealth Capabilities in Modern Warfare
32:56 - 43:37 (10:40)
The emergence of hypersonic weapons capabilities from nations like China and Russia have made stealth capabilities increasingly important in modern warfare. Stealth technology allows for aircraft with low radar cross sections and data fusion capabilities that are unmatched by any other flying system.
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The former head of the Skunk Works division of Lockheed Martin, Ben Rich, was known for his innovative and unconventional approach to engineering.
32:56 - 34:45 (01:48)
Summary
The former head of the Skunk Works division of Lockheed Martin, Ben Rich, was known for his innovative and unconventional approach to engineering. He led a team that developed advanced aircraft with stealth capabilities that were undetectable to radar, due to his emphasis on a shared vision with the customer and a tightly-knit team free of bureaucratic influence.
ChapterThe Importance of Stealth Capabilities in Modern Warfare
EpisodeKeoki Jackson: Lockheed Martin
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
The threat environment today is causing concern for the US and its allies.
34:45 - 41:14 (06:29)
Summary
The threat environment today is causing concern for the US and its allies. The development of hypersonic weapons with fighter and stealth capabilities is important for both parity and defensive capabilities.
ChapterThe Importance of Stealth Capabilities in Modern Warfare
EpisodeKeoki Jackson: Lockheed Martin
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
The F-35 aircraft has layers of autonomy built into it which allows pilots to focus more on mission management than second-to-second flying capabilities.
41:14 - 43:37 (02:23)
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The F-35 aircraft has layers of autonomy built into it which allows pilots to focus more on mission management than second-to-second flying capabilities. Remotely piloted aircraft have already accumulated hundreds of thousands of flight hours per year and GPS has proven to be an essential element in keeping troops safe.