Abstract : The conference will provide a forum for discussing methods to enhance defense-related capabilitiesnot only through available technology, but also through development of personnel. A broad range of topics related to design and development of technology and training, and development of people in the gun and missile system industry will be presented. The full scope of gun and missile tactical weaponry and related components will be discussed including: direct/indirect/precision fire systems, tactical rockets and missiles, energetics, effectiveness, modeling and simulation, platform integration and emerging technologies. Representatives of the U.S. and international defense communities, including both government and industry members are invited to participate.