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Record 1 2003-10-30

English

Subject field(s)
  • Missiles and Rockets
DEF

A "pop up" technique that ejects ballistic missiles from silos or submarines using power plants that are separate from the delivery vehicles. Primary ignition is delayed until projectiles are safely clear of the launcher.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Missiles et roquettes
DEF

Technique de propulsion du missile hors de son silo par compression de gaz, autorisant la réutilisation du silo. La mise à feu des moteurs intervient lorsque la fusée a quitté le silo.

Spanish

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