20 Jan
2023
20 Jan
'23
6:07 a.m.
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