On 1/19/23 16:59, Jon Elson via cctalk wrote: > A major problem with the Forbin project is when I first saw it, I knew > that the permissive action link in the nuclear-armed missile would > prevent it from being detonated in the silo. The PAL requires > acceleration of liftoff, coast and deceleration when re-entering the > atmosphere (at least) before the weapon can be armed. this function is > NOT under computer control.
I remember seeing Dr. Forbin's creation and wondering where the heck did the props guys get all of the 1620 panels and CDC 3000 "green glass" cabinets? Don't remember much of the plot, myself. --Chuck
