Marine Science Affairs 



The use of very high speed surface eflfect vehicles with floating plat- 

 forms and compatible sensors and weaponry might provide new solutions 

 to several critical defense problems. 



Our Nation's goal is lasting peace, and we seek it by every means, includ- 

 ing a strong Navy. We have no monopoly, however, on naval forces or 

 technology. Our present advantage in nuclear propulsion and underwater 

 technology is a key to maintaining superiority in naval strength, by quality 

 as much as by numbers. The roots of naval technology must be continuously 

 reexamined, existing systems refined, and new concepts developed in order 

 to maintain our sea-based defense forces essential for national security. 



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