👉 Configuration missiles, also known as guided multiple independently targetable reentry vehicles (GMCTRs), are a class of advanced ballistic missiles equipped with sophisticated guidance systems that allow them to autonomously navigate and strike multiple targets with high precision. These missiles typically feature a combination of inertial navigation, GPS, and radar or infrared sensors to determine their position and trajectory. The guidance system calculates the optimal path to intercept a target, compensating for factors such as wind and terrain. Once the missile is launched, it follows its programmed flight path until it reaches the target, then re-enters the Earth's atmosphere and explodes to deliver its payload. Configuration missiles are highly versatile, capable of being launched from various platforms including aircraft, ships, and land-based systems, making them a critical component of modern military arsenals for both strategic deterrence and precision strikes.
