Document Type

Article

Publication Date

2003

Source Publication

Journal of Engineering and Technology Management

Abstract

This case study explores the interaction between domestic and foreign governmental policy on technology transfer with the goal of exploring the long-term impacts of technology transfer. Specifically, the impact of successive licensing of fighter aircraft manufacturing and design to Japan in the development of Japan’s aircraft industry is reviewed. Results indicate Japan has built a domestic aircraft industry through sequential learning with foreign technology transfers from the United States, and design and production on domestic fighter aircraft. This process was facilitated by governmental policies in both Japan and the United States.

Comments

Journal of Engineering and Technology Management, Volume 20, Issue 4, pp 303-318 (December, 2003). DOI: 10.1016/j.jengtecman.2003.08.007