👉 Compound missiles are advanced projectiles that combine the characteristics of both guided and unguided munitions, typically featuring a warhead attached to a guidance system. This guidance system can be inertial navigation, using gyroscopes and accelerometers to maintain the missile's course, or it can be more sophisticated, relying on external signals such as GPS, radar, or laser guidance. The result is a missile that can autonomously navigate to its target with high precision, enhancing accuracy and effectiveness in military operations. These missiles are versatile, capable of engaging various types of targets from ground vehicles to aircraft and ships, making them a critical component in modern warfare.
