The initial propulsion phase where a high-thrust motor accelerates the missile to operational velocity.

Launched from a ground-based platform, such as a vehicle or tripod, rather than an aircraft or other airborne system.

A guidance system in ATGMs that uses infrared sensors to create a thermal image of the target for precise homing.

A lightweight, shoulder-fired anti-tank guided missile system designed for individual soldier transport and operation.

A proximity fuze is a detonation mechanism in ATGMs that triggers when the missile approaches within a set distance of a target, using sensors like radar or laser to detect proximity.

Semi-automatic command to line of sight: a missile guidance method where the operator keeps the target in the sight, and the system automatically adjusts the missile's flight path to maintain alignment.

A tandem warhead configuration in anti-tank missiles where a smaller precursor charge detonates reactive armor, followed by a larger main charge to penetrate the underlying armor.

A guidance mode for anti-tank missiles where the warhead detonates downward onto the thinner top armor of armored vehicles.