👉 Binding missiles, also known as tethering or binding weapons, are a type of missile technology designed to physically connect two targets during a missile's flight, effectively tying them together. This is typically achieved using a long tether or cable that can be deployed from the missile's guidance system, allowing it to maintain a stable and controlled connection between the two targets. Binding missiles are often used in scenarios where precision is crucial, such as in military operations requiring the destruction of a secondary target that is close to or near a primary target, like a high-value military asset. The tether can be designed to cut or sever upon deployment, ensuring the secondary target is incapacitated or destroyed. This technology enhances tactical flexibility and can minimize collateral damage by precisely targeting secondary objectives without direct engagement, although it does introduce additional complexity and risk due to the tether's potential to break or fail mid-flight.
