Multiple kill vehicle (MKV) interceptor with autonomous kill vehicles
US7494090B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Feb 23, 2007 |
| Grant date | Feb 24, 2009 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 23, 2027 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF42B12/58
- WIPO fieldOther special machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
The present invention provides a MKV interceptor including multiple kill vehicles with autonomous management capability and kinematic reach to prosecute a large threat extent. Each KV can self-manage its own KV deployment and target engagement for a determined target volume assigned by a designated master KV. At least one KV is master capable of managing the post-separation of all of the KVs without requiring updates to the mission plan post-separation. The autonomous capability and increased kinematic reach provides for a more efficient use of boosters and more effective engagement of the threat.
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