Since its official debut, the B-21 bomber, as the backbone of the future US strategic bomber force, has inspired a series of questions about its potentialA heated debate about power and influence.
Some US media even said: "B-21 bombers can enter China's airspace without hindrance."。Why is there such an arrogant statement, and is it really like some ** boasting of gods?
b-21“Raidersis the latest generation of ** bombers of the US Air Force, developed by Northrop ?Grumman is responsible for research and development。The development process of this project has been shrouded in mystery, and its details have been kept strictly secret until the official public appearance.
Its R&D work began in the early 2010sIt is designed to provide the U.S. Air Force with a strategic bomber with advanced stealth capabilities, intelligent technology and versatility.
It is not just a bomber, but also capable of performing such as:Electronic warfare, intelligence gathering, communication relays, and many other tasks。This allows the B-21 to replace the U.S. Air Force's current B-1B supersonic bomber and B-2** bomber, with a wider range of applications.
The development of the B-21 represents the latest achievements of the US Air Force in the areas of advanced technology, cyber warfare and multifunctional combat capabilities. It will become an important component of the US military's strategic bombing force in the future, providing the United States with a more powerful combat capability. With the B-21 in service, the US Strategic Air Force will have another fang.
The B-21 Raider bomber has excellent stealth performance, and its design is based on:Based on the flying wing layout, it bears a significant resemblance to the B-2 stealth bomber
The B-21 bomber has been described as having a "very low detectability" design, which means that it may even surpass other ** fighters such as the F-22 and F-35 in terms of stealth performance. However, it is important to note that "* does not mean that you can do whatever you want.
With the continuous advancement of military technology,The development of countermeasures such as high-power X-band radar, space-based radar and multi-radar arrays is also growing, which greatly improves the detection accuracy of stealth targets
The B-21 not only has outstanding stealth performance, but also incorporatesIntelligence and versatilityIt can realize data sharing and joint operations in a complex battlefield environment, providing more possibilities for combat command.
In the future, cyber warfare will be a new and important battlefield. And the Chinese side is strong in cyber warfare, so can the intelligent characteristics of the B-21 be able to be "calm" in the face of cyber threats, and will not "defect to the battlefield"?
That's a problem!After all, the United States has a precedent of an advanced drone being captured by Iran and eventually hijacked.
Due to the relatively short range of the B-21, it is highly dependent on the refueling and support system. In response to this situation, China can actively develop and equip new onesSurface-to-surface ballistic missiles and hypersonic cruise missiles,In order to enhance the firepower strike capability of the surrounding US military aviation bases.
There is no doubt about itThe large number of missile systems of the Chinese Rocket Force can effectively threaten the deployment of bombers such as the B-21 and weaken the threat they pose to Chinese territory.
In short, in the face of possessionAnti-stealth technology as well as a powerful rocket forceThe B-21 is able to take off quickly in wartime and bomb deep into the territory of the other side without being detected and interceptedOne-way ticket
Modern air defense systems are often multi-layered and diversified. China has not only air defense missile systems, but also radar networks, fighter formations, ballistic missiles and other means to counter threats from the air. And in the face of the aggressiveness of the B-21, China will not be helpless.
In terms of strengthening research on anti-stealth technologies, such as:The development of quantum radar, as well as the upgrading of the air defense system, all of which are aimed at improving the detection and interception capabilities of stealth aircraft such as the B-21. In addition, China is also promoting the development of unmanned systems to meet diverse operational needs.
In recent years, China's H-20, which is being intensively developed, is also seen as one of the strategies to counter the B-21. As the saying goes".Magic against magicWe also have to have similar ** equipment to be able to threaten each other.
It is worth mentioning that there are many legendary stories in history, such as the incident in which the Chinese air defense forces shot down a U-2 high-altitude reconnaissance plane in the 60s of the last century. China successfully shot down the U-2 using anti-aircraft missiles supplied by the Soviet Union, an event that demonstrated the capabilities of China's air defense.
At the subsequent press conference, ** humorously said that the downing of the U-2 was stabbed down with a "bamboo pole", and this phrase became a widely spread allusion. This shows that the stars of the United States were also beaten down by us, and we played the trump card.
All in all, in the complex and ever-changing environment of the modern battlefield,Neither the B-21 bomber nor any other ** system can be the king bomb of the Rambo type**
As it is".Soldier assaultAs I said, when high-tech weapons are finished, the final battle of war is people's will and courage. And this is precisely China's advantage and confidence.