Japan announced that its advanced Type 12 missile, a truck-reliant weapon, would receive some major enhancements. These upgrades would allow this rocket to be used in the Asian country's current aircraft fleet.
GOTEMBA, JAPAN - AUGUST 27: A rocket is fired during a live fire exercise by Japan Ground Self-Defense Force (JGSDF) at the foot of Mount Fuji on August 27, 2009 in Gotemba, Shizuoka, Japan. Around 2,400 JGSDF personnel, 80 tanks/armed trucks participated in this drill.
On the other hand, the enhancements are also expected to allow the Type 12 missile to fly farther and higher than its current distance and altitude limits.
Right now, Japan is just one of the countries that are making drastic efforts to expand their defense technology sector. Recently, TechTimes reported that the U.S. Navy would release a ray gun laser weapon by 2023.
This innovation is expected to take down enemy drones more efficiently. On the other hand, China's new nuclear-capable missile was recently announced to be tested by the giant Asian nation.
Japan Enhances T 12 Truck-Reliant Missile
According to The National Interest's latest report, the Japan Self-Defence Forces explained that the new T 12 missile enhancement is one of its efforts to improve its defenses.
Soldiers from the Japan Air Self-Defense Force set up PAC-3 surface-to-air missile launch systems during a temporary deployment drill at US Yokota Air Base in Tokyo on August 29, 2017. Some 50 Japanese servicemen took part in the drill. / AFP PHOTO / Toru YAMANAKA
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JSDF added that the new version of the war rocket would not have any offensive role. This means that Japan is not planning to use it in other agendas aside from defending its soil.
As of the moment, T 12 missiles are less advanced compared to China's new anti-ship rockets. However, Japan explained that it would soon modify its rocket's range by extending the missile's wings.
This innovation would allow it to fly further and at higher altitudes as well. You can visit this link to know more details about the enhancements.
US Also Makes Efforts to Enhance Its Defense System
While Japan is focusing on improving its T 12 missiles, the United States launched a new project, which would allow it to understand how lasers can be used to destroy or counter hypersonic missiles targeting America.
The U.S. Department of Defense would work with the Missouri University of Science and Technology's students in the new defense program, as reported by Missouri S&T 150.
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