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.

Electromagnetic radiation with wavelengths longer than visible light, used in missile guidance systems to detect and track targets based on heat signatures.

Launched from naval platforms, such as ships or submarines.

Relating to or using nuclear energy, typically fission, for propulsion or power generation in military vessels.

Enables real-time sharing of position, targeting, and sensor data among aircraft and platforms for coordinated combat operations.

A two-stage ATGM propulsion system where a booster stage initially accelerates the missile before a sustainer stage maintains flight velocity.