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US Air Force's 80 kW cooling demand sparks speculation over secret F-35 radar attack modes

USAF's 80 kW cooling requirement for F-35 sparks speculation over AN/APG-85 radar directed-energy or EW attack modes. High thermal loads suggest expanded electronic attack or cyber-injection capabilities. Aligns with Block 4 upgrade path and TR-3 processor performance. Points to shift toward soft-kill airborne effects.

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Read original at Army Recognition

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AN/APG-85

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