👉 Cancellation missiles, also known as "smart bombs" or "precision strike missiles," are advanced weapon systems designed to eliminate high-value targets with extreme accuracy. They typically use a combination of GPS, inertial navigation, and advanced sensors to guide missiles to their targets autonomously or with minimal human intervention. These missiles are often designed to be "smart," meaning they can adjust their flight path in real-time based on environmental conditions or enemy countermeasures. However, the term "cancellation" refers to a controversial aspect where some of these systems were deemed too dangerous or destabilizing, leading to their cancellation or significant modifications in various countries. This was particularly evident with the U.S. military's decision to cancel the MIM-104 Patriot and AIM-120 AMRAAM missiles in the 1990s due to concerns over their potential use in cyber warfare and the risk of accidental escalation.
