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What is three technological advances of aircraft carriers in the 1980s compared to 1940s?
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Even during the 1940s, aircraft carrier technology advanced rapidy. Radar was either introduced and improved significantly, as was damage control and offensive/defensive armament. By the 1950s, aircraft carriers were able to handle jet aircraft. 1980s standard carriers had the advantages of nuclear power (increasing endurance), sophisticated missile defense technology and catapults.
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