Guided Missiles
Federal Supply Group (FSG): 14
NATO Supply Classification Group (NSG): 14
Note-This group includes missiles (with or without warheads or explosive components) incorporating mechanisms capable of altering normal flight paths. Radar and infrared assemblies and components designed specifically for use with guided missiles are classified in the appropriate classes of this group. This group also includes guided bombs that have been converted to guided missiles by addition of a means of propulsion. Excluded from this group are case sections, nose cones, flare sections, center sections, warheads, explosive components, rockets, and auxiliary components of missiles and reentry vehicles which are designed or constructed for exclusive use with or for housing of nuclear warheads and/or warhead sections. Also excluded are space vehicle nose cones and space capsules specifically designed to carry loads peculiar to space research and space travel.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) for Federal Supply Group 14
- What is Federal Supply Group 14?
- FSG 14 is the Federal Supply Group (formally known as NATO Supply Classification Group NSG 14) in the USA for supply items codified in the category of Guided Missiles.
- What is NATO Supply Classification Group 14?
- NSG 14 is the NATO Supply Classification Group (also known as Federal Supply Group FSG 14 in the USA) for supply items codified in the category of Guided Missiles.
- Which Federal Supply Classes are in FSG 14?
- FSG 14 contains the following Federal Supply Classes (FSC) (formally known as NATO Supply Classification Class [NSC]): 1440, 1410, 1425, 1445, 1450, 1427, 1430, 1420
- Which NATO Supply Classification Classes are in NSG 14?
- NSG 14 contains the following NATO Supply Classification Classes (NSC) (also known as Federal Supply Class [FSC] in the USA): 1440, 1410, 1425, 1445, 1450, 1427, 1430, 1420
Supply Items Included in Federal Supply Group 14
- What is an Electrical Special Purpose Cable Assembly? 737 Items
- AnElectrical Special Purpose Cable Assembly(CABLE ASSEMBLY,SPECIAL PURPOSE,ELECTRICAL) is a definite continuous length of CABLE, SPECIAL PURPOSE, ELECTRICAL, having one or more ends processed or terminated in fittings which provide for connection to other items. Excludes items having branches or forks. Excludes LEAD, TEST and CABLE AND CONDUIT ASSEMBLY, ELECTRICAL.
- What is a Linear Electro-Mechanical Actuator? 92 Items
- ALinear Electro-Mechanical Actuator(ACTUATOR,ELECTRO-MECHANICAL,LINEAR) is a self-contained power transmitting device designed to convert electrical energy into controlled mechanical force, in the form of linear (straight line) mechanical movement. Comprised of an electrical motor(s), gear box(es), screwjacks, limit switch(es), and such accessories as required for the specific moving and positioning of other components. Excludes hydraulic and pneumatic cylinders and screwjacks.
- What is a Rotary Electro-Mechanical Actuator? 31 Items
- ARotary Electro-Mechanical Actuator(ACTUATOR,ELECTRO-MECHANICAL,ROTARY) is a self-contained power transmitting device designed to convert electrical energy into controlled mechanical force, in the form of torque (rotational mechanical movement). Comprised of an electric motor(s), gear box(es), limit switch(es), and such accessories as required for the specific moving and positioning of other components. Excludes hydraulic and pneumatic cylinders and screwjacks.
- What is a Guided Missile Launching Control Group? 33 Items
- AGuided Missile Launching Control Group(LAUNCHING CONTROL GROUP,GUIDED MISSILE) is a collection of items, which provide facilities for monitoring and controlling two or more launching sections.
- What is a Guided Missile Tie Down Kit? 57 Items
- AGuided Missile Tie Down Kit(TIE DOWN KIT,GUIDED MISSILE) is a collection of items designed to secure or restrain movement of a guided missile while erected on a LAUNCHER, PLATFORM, GUIDED MISSILE prior to launching. It may incorporate a quick release device to permit instant removal from the missile. Excludes SUPPORT, GUIDED MISSILE.
- What is a Guided Missile Loading Rack? 37 Items
- AGuided Missile Loading Rack(RACK,LOADING,GUIDED MISSILE) is an item of open framework consisting of side and end trusses, specifically designed to form two parallel tracks on which a guided missile is stored prior to loading on a launcher.
- What is a Guided Missile Monorail Launcher? 25 Items
- AGuided Missile Monorail Launcher(LAUNCHER,MONORAIL,GUIDED MISSILE) is a single rail missile launcher designed to rotate 360 degrees (6.282 radians) left or right from any azimuth position and 90 degrees (1.5705 radians) in elevation.
- What is a Guided Missile Platform Launcher? 42 Items
- AGuided Missile Platform Launcher(LAUNCHER,PLATFORM,GUIDED MISSILE) is a platform launcher which is designed to rotate through 360 degrees (6.282 radians) in azimuth and to launch the missile at 90 degrees (1.5705 radians) in elevation. Excludes LAUNCHER, ZERO LENGTH, GUIDED MISSILE.
- What is a Guided Missile Zero Length Launcher? 19 Items
- AGuided Missile Zero Length Launcher(LAUNCHER,ZERO LENGTH,GUIDED MISSILE) is a launcher which breaks physical contact with a missile immediately upon firing. Excludes LAUNCHER, PLATFORM, GUIDED MISSILE.
- DRAWBAR,GUIDED MISSILE LAUNCHER 13 Items
- What is an Aircraft Guided Missile Launcher? 567 Items
- AnAircraft Guided Missile Launcher(LAUNCHER,GUIDED MISSILE,AIRCRAFT) is a guided missile launcher designed to be mounted on an aircraft for the purpose of holding, arming, releasing, or ejecting one or more guided missiles, with or without the use of detented straight slide rail(s). It may contain missile prelaunch power supplies, electronic monitoring devices and missile and/or launcher jettison devices.
- What is a Guided Missile Aircraft Launcher Fairing? 289 Items
- AGuided Missile Aircraft Launcher Fairing(FAIRING,LAUNCHER,GUIDED MISSILE AIRCRAFT) is an item specifically designed to be mounted on a LAUNCHER, GUIDED MISSILE, AIRCRAFT. Its primary function is to produce a smooth outline and to reduce drag or head resistance.
- What is a Guided Missile Launcher Mount? 128 Items
- AGuided Missile Launcher Mount(MOUNT,GUIDED MISSILE LAUNCHER) is an item designed to support a guided missile launcher. It may provide viscous and/or electrical damping of azimuth and elevation traversing mechanisms. May also provide facilities for separate sight or tracking unit where necessary. Excludes MOUNTING KIT (as modified; and TRAVERSING UNIT, GUIDED MISSILE LAUNCHER.
- What is a Computer Subassembly? 75 Items
- AComputer Subassemblyis two or more different types of items, having a common mounting or mounted on each other which together form a portion of a computer, but which in itself is not a complete functioning item and cannot be assigned a more definite item name.
- What is a Guided Missile Launcher Gripstock-Control Group? 34 Items
- AGuided Missile Launcher Gripstock-Control Group(GRIPSTOCK-CONTROL GROUP,GUIDED MISSILE LAUNCHER) is an item consisting of a gun butt with the necessary electronics for acquiring targets and launching missiles. The item is attached to a shoulder-fired guided missile launch tube and may include items or features such as facilities for batteries and/or coolant units, impulse generators and the like. Excludes LAUNCHING CONTROL GROUPS (as modified).
- What is a Cooler Reservoir Assembly? 32 Items
- ACooler Reservoir Assemblyis an item consisting of a bottle cooler, and may or may not have a pressure gauge, locking tab, check valve, protective valve, coupling, and the like. It is specifically fabricated to contain an amount of inert gas such as argon, nitrogen, and the like, to continually cool one or more guided missiles.
- What is a Pneumatic Lock Assembly? 14 Items
- APneumatic Lock Assembly(LOCK ASSEMBLY,PNEUMATIC) is a device designed to secure doors, drawers, or covers utilizing air pressure to prevent inadvertent operation. It may have means of manual release designed into it to allow for override.
- What is an Erector Launcher Cover? 17 Items
- AnErector Launcher Cover(COVER,ERECTOR LAUNCHER) is a fabricated reusable item designed to enclose a guided missile section while on the Erector-Launcher.
- What is a Guided Missile Launcher Rail? 98 Items
- AGuided Missile Launcher Rail(RAIL,LAUNCHER,GUIDED MISSILE) is a metal, detented straight slide item. A component of a LAUNCHER, GUIDED MISSILE, AIRCRAFT. It is not a launcher by itself and does not include power supplies, electronic monitoring devices or jettison devices. For complete rail launchers, see LAUNCHER, HELICAL RAIL GUIDED MISSILE or LAUNCHER (1), MONORAIL, GUIDED MISSILE.
- What is an Aircraft-Launcher Interface Computer? 72 Items
- AnAircraft-Launcher Interface Computer(COMPUTER,AIRCRAFT-LAUNCHER INTERFACE) is provides data processing between aircraft and guided missile launcher. May provide power, control and display interfaces. Usually a microprocessor based system which incorporates peculiar discrete circuitry and reprogrammability. Do not use if a more specific name applies.
- What is a Guided Missiles Modification Kit? 1645 Items
- AGuided Missiles Modification Kit(MODIFICATION KIT,GUIDED MISSILES) is an item or items employed individually or conjunctively to modify guided missiles.
- What is a Vehicle Mounted Guided Missile Launcher? 25 Items
- AVehicle Mounted Guided Missile Launcher(LAUNCHER,GUIDED MISSILE,VEHICLE MOUNTED) is a guided missile launcher system or subsystem designed to provide the structural support, power control, and coolant needed to support and launch GUIDED MISSLE, INTERCEPT-AERIAL or other guided missle rounds from a ground vehicle launch platform.
- What is a Missile Launcher Adapter Assembly? 115 Items
- AMissile Launcher Adapter Assembly(ADAPTER ASSEMBLY,MISSILE LAUNCHER) is a metallic prefabricated item used to provide mechanical means of attaching the guided missile launcher to the pylon or aircraft.
- What is a Guided Missile Launcher Subassembly? 224 Items
- AGuided Missile Launcher Subassembly(LAUNCHER SUBASSEMBLY,GUIDED MISSILE) is two or more different items having a common mounting or mounted on each other, which form a portion of a LAUNCHER, GUIDED MISSILE (as modified) or LAUNCHER, TUBULAR, GUIDED MISSILE and the like. Excluded from this AIN are electric/electronic component assemblies and their subassemblies which are to be stocklisted in their own FSCs.
- PARTS KIT,MOUNT,TRIPOD,GUIDED MISSILE LAUNCHER 54 Items
- What is a Guided Missile Launcher Parts Kit? 123 Items
- AGuided Missile Launcher Parts Kit(PARTS KIT,GUIDED MISSILE LAUNCHER) is excludes parts kit, mount, tripod, guided missile launcher.
- What is a Guided Missile Anti-Vibration Snubber? 23 Items
- AGuided Missile Anti-Vibration Snubber(SNUBBER,ANTI-VIBRATION,GUIDED MISSILE) is a missile launcher component designed to eliminate in-flight vibration resulting from looseness between a missile and the supporting launcher assembly. It may include a frame, cams, guides, rods, shafts, and other hardware. Extension and retraction of the stabilizing pads may be by mechanical or electro-mechanical means.
- What is a Guided Missile Launcher Housing? 66 Items
- AGuided Missile Launcher Housing(HOUSING,GUIDED MISSILE LAUNCHER) is a component designed to enclose and protect electronic or mechanical equipment. Mounting provisions may be included for internal components. See FAIRING, LAUNCHER, GUIDED MISSILE AIRCRAFT.
- What is a Guided Missile Launcher Detent Assembly? 55 Items
- AGuided Missile Launcher Detent Assembly(DETENT ASSEMBLY,GUIDED MISSILE LAUNCHER) is a mechanical device which serves as a major component of a missile launcher. Its function is to prevent forward, aft, or lateral movement of a stowed missile and may provide an electrical control circuit between the aircraft and missile. After missile rocket motor ignition, it releases the missile at a predetermined thrust force. It may include dampeners, electrical receptacles, shafts, solenoids, springs, and other hardware.
- What is a Guided Missile Launcher Tripod Mount Leg? 32 Items
- AGuided Missile Launcher Tripod Mount Leg(LEG,TRIPOD MOUNT,GUIDED MISSILE LAUNCHER) is an item which, in conjunction with two similar items, aids in the support of a guided missile launcher. It is a component of a MOUNT, TRIPOD, GUIDED MISSILE LAUNCHER. It may be single or sectional. Excludes LEG, TRIPOD MOUNT.
- What is a Guided Missile Launcher Structural Component? 78 Items
- AGuided Missile Launcher Structural Component(STRUCTURAL COMPONENT,GUIDED MISSILE LAUNCHER) is an item of unique shapes and cross-sectional configurations specifically designed with dimensional tolerances and finishes and must have provisions for mounting on or in a LAUNCHER,GUIDED MISSILE (as modified). The item may consist of more than one piece to form an assembly. Do not use this name if a more specific item name exists. Excludes FITTING,STRUCTURAL COMPONENT,BOMB RACK and SUPPORT,STRUCTURAL COMPONENT,GUIDED MISSILE and BRACKET (as modified).
- What is a Guided Missile Launcher Nose Assembly? 28 Items
- AGuided Missile Launcher Nose Assembly(NOSE ASSEMBLY,GUIDED MISSILE LAUNCHER) is a preformed item of various shapes that is to be attached to the forward structure of a guided missile launcher. It is used to enclose the leading edge of the launcher and is aerodynamic in shape to reduce drag during flight. It may be mounted by fasteners, bonding, or welding to the frame of the launcher. It may have a layered or honeycomb core. Excludes STRUCTURAL COMPONENT, GUIDED MISSILE LAUNCHER; SHIELD, GUIDED MISSILE LAUNCHER (as modified); and PANAL, STRUCTURAL, GUIDED MISSILE LAUNCHER
- What is a Guided Missile Launcher Structural Panel? 10 Items
- AGuided Missile Launcher Structural Panel(PANEL,STRUCTURAL,GUIDED MISSILE LAUNCHER) is a preformed item which may be any shape, having a sandwich or honeycomb core bonded to a metallic or non-metallic facing material. It is used to enclose any portion of the fuselage or to fabricate partitions or compartments of the guided missile launcher. It may be mounted by fasteners, bonding, or welding. Excludes HOUSING, GUIDED MISSILE LAUNCHER; SHIELD, GUIDED MISSILE LAUNCHER; STRUCTURAL COMPONENT, GUIDED MILLILE LAUNCHER.
- What is a Guided Missile Launcher Bulkhead? 14 Items
- AGuided Missile Launcher Bulkhead(BULKHEAD,GUIDED MISSILE LAUNCHER) is a major upright partition that divides, supports and gives shape to the fuselage of a guided missile launcher. It serves to add structural rigidity and provides a pressure tight aerodynamic shape for flight. The item may consist of more than one piece to form an assembly. Excludes SUPPORT, STRUCTURAL COMPONENT, GUIDED MISSILE and STRUCTURAL COMPONENT, GUIDED MISSILE LAUNCHER.
- What is an Electrical Cable Assembly-Switch? 33 Items
- AnElectrical Cable Assembly-Switch(CABLE ASSEMBLY-SWITCH,ELECTRICAL) is a definite length of electrical cable and/or electrical wire having one or more ends processed and/or terminated in fittings which provide for connection to other items. It must include one or more switch (as modified). The switch(es) may be incorporated in the cable or as termination(s)
- What is a Launcher Control Console? 19 Items
- ALauncher Control Console(CONSOLE,LAUNCHER CONTROL) is a console specifically designed for controlling and monitoring two or more guided missile launching sections. It provides facilities which indicate the status of each missile in a battery, prior to and including launching, and furnishes this data to a CONSOLE, GUIDED MISSILE BATTERY CON TROL. May include intercommunications facilities. See also SELECTOR, LAUNCHE R CONTROL.
- What is a Guided Missile Launching Section Control Box? 125 Items
- AGuided Missile Launching Section Control Box(CONTROL BOX,GUIDED MISSILE LAUNCHING SECTION) is an inclosure which includes, mounts, and protects electrical devices, such as switch(es), relay(s), circuit breaker(s), and the like. It is specifically designed to control the launching circuits between a guided missile launching section and a GUIDED MISSILE BATTERY CONTROL CENTRAL. May also contain intercommunication facilities. Excludes CONSOLE, GUIDED MISSILE BATTERY CONTROL.
- What is an Aircraft Guided Missile Launcher And Pylon? 20 Items
- AnAircraft Guided Missile Launcher And Pylon(LAUNCHER AND PYLON,GUIDED MISSILE,AIRCRAFT) is an assembled item consisting of a guided missile launcher and a PYLON, AIRCRAFT, specifically designed for attaching, arming, releasing, and/or ejecting one or more guided missiles.
- What is a Guided Missile Launching Shoe? 42 Items
- AGuided Missile Launching Shoe(LAUNCHING SHOE,GUIDED MISSILE) is an irregular shaped item specifically designed for mating with the rail(s) or support of a guided missile launcher to impart the rotary or straight motion required to maintain stability of a guided missile in flight. The item may be a component part of the launcher, or the guided missile. Excludes SUPPORT, GUIDED MISSILE.
- What is a Semitrailer Mounted Guided Missile Launching Station? 11 Items
- ASemitrailer Mounted Guided Missile Launching Station(LAUNCHING STATION,GUIDED MISSILE,SEMITRAILER MOUNTED) is a complete mobile item designed for launching one or more guided missiles. May include power, missile assemble, test, and/or communication facilities.
- What is a Guided Missile Launcher Shield? 143 Items
- AGuided Missile Launcher Shield(SHIELD,GUIDED MISSILE LAUNCHER) is an item specifically designed to protect launching equipment and/or its components from the heat and force of exhaust gases from missile propelling units.
- What is a Guided Missile Support? 236 Items
- AGuided Missile Support(SUPPORT,GUIDED MISSILE) is a specifically designed item used to support a guided missile in its launching position on a LAUNCHER, PLATFORM, GUIDED MISSILE.
- What is a Launcher Turntable? 16 Items
- ALauncher Turntable(TURNTABLE,LAUNCHER) is the rotating part of a launcher which provides facilities for precise positioning in azimuth of a guided missile or rocket prior to launching.
- What is a Guided Missile Tubular Launcher? 76 Items
- AGuided Missile Tubular Launcher(LAUNCHER,TUBULAR,GUIDED MISSILE) is a tubular shaped launcher with a smooth bore designed for launching a guided missile. It may include battery(ies) or magneto as a power source for missile warm-up and/or firing. When it is designed for training, it may include a WEIGHT SIMULATOR,GUIDED MISSILE. See also LAUNCHING CONTAINER,GUIDED MISS ILE, TRAINING.
- What is a Guided Missile Launcher Helicopter Armament Subsystem? 10 Items
- AGuided Missile Launcher Helicopter Armament Subsystem(ARMAMENT SUBSYSTEM,HELICOPTER,GUIDED MISSILE LAUNCHER) is an armament subsystem designed for attachment of two or more guided missile launchers to a HELICOPTER (as modified).
- What is a Guided Missile Erector-Launcher Leveling-Support Jack? 10 Items
- AGuided Missile Erector-Launcher Leveling-Support Jack(JACK,LEVELING-SUPPORT,GUIDED MISSILE ERECTOR-LAUNCHER) is a hydraulic or electro-mechanical device which is a complete part of an ERECTOR-LAUNCHER, GUIDED MILLILE, TRANSPORTABLE. It is specifically designed tosupport, and automatically level the erector-launcher throughtout missile erection and launching. It may also be manually extended or retracted by use of a hand crank in case of a malfunction in the automatic leveling system or power source. Excludes ACTUATOR, ELECTROMECHANICAL, LINEAR, JACK, LEVELING SUPPORT, and JACK, STABILIZING, GUIDED MISSILE PLATEFORM LAUNCHER.
- What is a Carrier Mounted Guided Missile Launcher? 26 Items
- ACarrier Mounted Guided Missile Launcher(LAUNCHER,GUIDED MISSILE,CARRIER MOUNTED) is a guided missile launcher mounted on a CARRIER, GUIDED MISSILE EQUIPMENT.
- What is a Guided Missile Firing Device? 11 Items
- AGuided Missile Firing Device(FIRING DEVICE,GUIDED MISSILE) is an item designed to permit remote firing of a guided missile. It consists of a cable assembly and a cable reel with a firing mechanism integral with the reel. Excludes FIRING BOX (1), GUIDED MISSILE.
- What is a Guided Missile Launcher Battery-Coolant Unit? 35 Items
- AGuided Missile Launcher Battery-Coolant Unit(BATTERY-COOLANT UNIT,GUIDED MISSILE LAUNCHER) is an item specifically designed to be attached to a guided missile launcher to furnish both electrical power and coolant fluid to a guided missile prior to launch.
- What is a Guided Missile Launcher Tripod Mount? 67 Items
- AGuided Missile Launcher Tripod Mount(MOUNT,TRIPOD,GUIDED MISSILE LAUNCHER) is a three-legged device having a central socket or head and the necessary attachments for supporting a guided missile launching tube, rail, remote control equipment, or the like, to form a complete guided missile launcher. It may be collapsible or noncollapsible and may include levels and/or leveling devices. Excludes MOUNT, GUN and MOUNT, RIFLE.
- What is a Guided Missile Launcher Tube? 125 Items
- AGuided Missile Launcher Tube(TUBE,GUIDED MISSILE LAUNCHER) is a tubular shaped item which is a component of a LAUNCHER,TUBULAR,GUIDED MISSLE. It does not include sighting devices, firing devices, mount, remote control equipment, and the like. It is designed to accommodate a guided missile for launching. When the item is designed for training, it may not accommodate a guided missile. Excludes BARREL (as modified); CANNON (as modified); and TUBE,CANNON.
- What is a Guided Missile Launcher Traversing Unit? 45 Items
- AGuided Missile Launcher Traversing Unit(TRAVERSING UNIT,GUIDED MISSILE LAUNCHER) is an item specifically designed to provide a guided missile launcher with electronically damped traversing capabilities to facilitate tracking of a moving target(s). Excludes TRACKER (as modified).
- What is a Guided Missile Launcher Open Sight? 11 Items
- AGuided Missile Launcher Open Sight(SIGHT,OPEN,GUIDED MISSILE LAUNCHER) is an item designed to mount on a guided missile launcher to provide aiming facilities. It does not incorporate optical lenses, and the like. See also SIGHT, OPTICAL, GUIDED MISSILE LAUNCHER.
- What is a Missile Launcher Ejection Shoe? 10 Items
- AMissile Launcher Ejection Shoe(SHOE,EJECTION,MISSILE LAUNCHER) is an item specifically designed for mating with the missile body which pushes the missile away from the LAUNCHER,GUIDED MISSILE,AIRCRAFT when it is fired. It may be connected directly to a supporting structure or mounted at the end of fixed or folding arm(s).
- What is a Missile Launcher Component Weight? 12 Items
- AMissile Launcher Component Weight(WEIGHT,MISSILE LAUNCHER COMPONENT) is an item which in weight and/or shape resembles a subassembly of a LAUNCHER, GUIDED MISSILE, AIRCRAFT and replaces it without changing the mechanical properties of the guided missile. It may include devices for mounting.
- What is a Guided Missile Launching Container Subassembly? 12 Items
- AGuided Missile Launching Container Subassembly(LAUNCHING CONTAINER SUBASSEMBLY,GUIDED MISSILE) is an item which is a part of a guided missle launching container.
- What is a Warshot Subsurface Attack Guided Missile? 13 Items
- AWarshot Subsurface Attack Guided Missile(GUIDED MISSILE,SUBSURFACE ATTACK,WARSHOT) is a guided missile, vertical launched specifically designed to destroy subsurface targets using torpedo mounted payload.
- What is an Exercise Subsurface Attack Guided Missile? 99 Items
- AnExercise Subsurface Attack Guided Missile(GUIDED MISSILE,SUBSURFACE ATTACK,EXERCISE) is a guided missile, vertical launched specifically designed to simulate the service item. Payload may contain some form of charge to indicate functioning.
- What is a Test Guided Missile? 24 Items
- ATest Guided Missileis an item usually inert, corresponding in shape and size to a guided missile, which is mainly designed for checking functionability of the electric, electronic and/or pneumatic weapon system components and combinations required for guided missile operation. It may be used for personnel training. Excludes GUIDED MISSILE,TRAINING; and DUMMY GUIDED MISSILE.
- What is a Surface Attack Dummy Guided Missile? 24 Items
- ASurface Attack Dummy Guided Missile(DUMMY GUIDED MISSILE,SURFACE ATTACK) is iNC 51307 REINSTATED ON 062911~
- GUIDED MISSILE,SURFACE ATTACK,PRACTICE 41 Items
- DUMMY GUIDED MISSILE,INTERCEPT-AERIAL 24 Items
- What is a Dummy Guided Missile? 136 Items
- ADummy Guided Missileis an item designed to be substituted for a missile. It conforms to the outside configuration of the legitimate missile, and is used for loading practice purposes and the like.
- What is a Target Guided Missile? 24 Items
- ATarget Guided Missile(GUIDED MISSILE,TARGET) is a guided missile specifically designed for use as a target during weapons system evaluation and operational readiness tests.
- What is an Intercept-Aerial Guided Missile? 1107 Items
- AnIntercept-Aerial Guided Missile(GUIDED MISSILE,INTERCEPT-AERIAL) is a supersonic guided missile specifically designed to intercept and destroy aerial targets such as aircraft, guided missiles, rockets, warheads, warhead sections, and the like. Excludes items whose trajectory cannot be altered in flight.
- What is a Surface Attack Guided Missile? 1318 Items
- ASurface Attack Guided Missile(GUIDED MISSILE,SURFACE ATTACK) is a guided missile specifically designed to destroy land and sea targets, such as ground emplacements, seacraft, tanks, vehicles, and the like. Excludes items whose trajectory cannot be altered in flight.
- What is a Practice Guided Missile? 982 Items
- APractice Guided Missile(GUIDED MISSILE,PRACTICE) is for items which do not include propulsive material(s), see DUMMY GUIDED MISSILE; and GUIDED MISSILE, TRAINING.
- What is a Telemetry Intercept-Aerial Guided Missile? 186 Items
- ATelemetry Intercept-Aerial Guided Missile(GUIDED MISSILE,INTERCEPT-AERIAL,TELEMETRY) is a guided missile specifically designed to furnish telemetric data, such as course, speed, relative target location, and the like, while in flight. It is used primarily as a research vehicle to determine system reliability, "kill" probability, and the like. It does not include a warhead.
- What is a Telemetry Surface Attack Guided Missile? 106 Items
- ATelemetry Surface Attack Guided Missile(GUIDED MISSILE,SURFACE ATTACK,TELEMETRY) is a guided missile specifically designed to furnish telemetric data, such as course, speed, and the like, while in flight. It is used primarily as a research vehicle to determine system reliability, "kill" probability, and the like. It does not include a warhead.
- What is an Intercept-Aerial Dummy Guided Missile System? 15 Items
- AnIntercept-Aerial Dummy Guided Missile System(DUMMY GUIDED MISSILE SYSTEM,INTERCEPT-AERIAL) is an item which in shape and size corresponds to a GUIDED MISSILE SYSTEM, INTERCEPT-AERIAL. It is designed for drill-like training in the skills necessary to handle the item and to perform activities such as packaging/unpackaging, system positioning and the like. The item does not contain any hazardous material. Excludes: GUIDED MISSILE SYSTEM, ENTERCEPT-AERIAL, TRAINING.
- What is an Intercept-Aerial Guided Missile System? 38 Items
- AnIntercept-Aerial Guided Missile System(GUIDED MISSILE SYSTEM,INTERCEPT-AERIAL) is a complete guided missile system designed for interception and destruction of aerial targets.
- What is a Surface Attack Guided Missile System? 10 Items
- ASurface Attack Guided Missile System(GUIDED MISSILE SYSTEM,SURFACE ATTACK) is a complete guided missile system designed for the destruction or neutralization of surface or subsurface targets.
- What is a Guided Missile Air Defense System? 22 Items
- AGuided Missile Air Defense System(AIR DEFENSE SYSTEM,GUIDED MISSILE) is a grouping of electronic equipments specifically designed for detecting the presence of airborne targets within an area defended by heterogenous intercept-aerial missile systems. Receives intelligence concerning the movement of airborne targets, processes, displays, and evaluates tactical data and assigns specific missile batteries to specific hostile targets. Excludes DEFENSE SYSTEM, ANTIAIRCRAFT; and OPERATIONS CENTRAL.
- What is a Guided Missile Launcher Sling? 23 Items
- AGuided Missile Launcher Sling(SLING,GUIDED MISSILE LAUNCHER) is a sling consisting of cable or chain, thimble, clamps, pins, and sockets specifically designed for handling a guided missile launcher.
- What is a Multiple Leg Sling? 35 Items
- AMultiple Leg Sling(SLING,MULTIPLE LEG) is a sling fabricated from chain, rope, or rod and consisting of two or more lengths or legs, each having one end secured to a common top attachment, and with or without attachments or built-in loops at the lower ends. It may include SPREADER, SLING, but does not include a BEAM, HOISTING. Do not use if a more specific name applies. Excludes chain assemblies and SLING, DRUM LIFTING. For items which include a BEAM, HOISTING, see SLING, BEAM TYPE.
- What is a Trailer Mounted Guided Missile Air Servicer? 11 Items
- ATrailer Mounted Guided Missile Air Servicer(AIR SERVICER,GUIDED MISSILE,TRAILER MOUNTED) is a trailer mounted air servicer unit consisting of high-pressure air tanks, valves, gages, manifolds, tubing, and other necessary equipment, specifically designed for supplying high-pressure air to guided missiles. Does not include integral air compressor.
- SLING,GUIDED MISSILE MAINTENANCE 81 Items
- What is a Guided Missile Trailer? 22 Items
- AGuided Missile Trailer(TRAILER,GUIDED MISSILE) is a wheeled trailer primarily designed to transport one or more guided missiles. It does not contain provisions for launching.
- What is a Guided Missile Body Section Truck? 71 Items
- AGuided Missile Body Section Truck(TRUCK,GUIDED MISSILE BODY SECTION) is a hand propelled wheeled vehicle designed to transport a guided missile body section. It may also transport one or more guided missile components.
- What is a Guided Missile Hoisting Beam? 244 Items
- AGuided Missile Hoisting Beam(BEAM,HOISTING,GUIDED MISSILE) is a lifting device specifically designed for handling complete guided missiles and/or guided missile sections, rocket motors, warheads, and seekers and the like. Designed to be used in conjunction with a guided missile hoisting unit, crane, winch, or other hoisting device.May include attachments, such as eye bolts, chain links, safety hooks, or the like.
- What is a Warhead Section Hoisting Beam? 10 Items
- AWarhead Section Hoisting Beam(BEAM,HOISTING,WARHEAD SECTION) is a lifting device specifically designed for handling warhead sections. It is used in conjunction with a crane, winch or other hoisting devices, and may include attachments such as eyebolts, safety hooks, or the like. Excludes BEAM, HOISTING, GUIDED MISSILE.
- What is a Guided Missile Portable Hoisting Unit? 30 Items
- AGuided Missile Portable Hoisting Unit(HOISTING UNIT,PORTABLE,GUIDED MISSILE) is an item consisting of a supporting frame with integral hoist and/or winch. It may include sling(s) and/or hoisting adapter(s). Designed for joining a missile section and handling missile equipment.
- What is a Guided Missile Handling Ring? 67 Items
- AGuided Missile Handling Ring(RING,HANDLING,GUIDED MISSILE) is a segmented or nonsegmented ring designed to completely surround a guided missile or section thereof. It is designed to facilitate certain handling functions, such as rotation on a servicing truck, erection of the missle, and the like. May also provide sling accommodations.
- What is a Guided Missile Launching-Handling Rail? 49 Items
- AGuided Missile Launching-Handling Rail(RAIL,LAUNCHING-HANDLING,GUIDED MISSILE) is an item of welded steel construction specifically designed to support and position a guided missile-rocket motor combination during propellant filling, warhead installation, and launching.
- What is a Trailer To Guided Missile Component Adjustable Adapter? 21 Items
- ATrailer To Guided Missile Component Adjustable Adapter(ADAPTER,ADJUSTABLE,TRAILER TO GUIDED MISSILE COMPONENT) is an adjustable item specifically designed to establish the necessary accommodations, and secure a guided missile, or guided missile rocket motor to a flat bed trailer. May include necessary adjusting tool(s).
- What is a Rail Type Skid? 15 Items
- ARail Type Skid(SKID,RAIL TYPE) is an item consisting of horizontal parallel rails or tracks supported by framework mounted on runners. Designed for supporting cradled engines, missiles, component sections and the like, in a fixed position for shipping and storage. The rails mate with the rails of rail type trailers, rail type maintenance stands, and the like for transferring the cradles from one to the other. Excludes SKID, SHIPPING AND STORAGE, ENGINE equipped with integral cradles for specific items.
- What is a Controlled Environment Conditioning Set? 12 Items
- AControlled Environment Conditioning Set(CONDITIONING SET,CONTROLLED ENVIRONMENT) is an item consisting of two or more CONDITIONING KIT, CONTROLLED ENVIRONMENT. It may also include one or more WINTERIZATION KIT (as modified).
- What is a Guided Missile System Vehicle Mounting Kit? 39 Items
- AGuided Missile System Vehicle Mounting Kit(MOUNTING KIT,VEHICLE,GUIDED MISSILE SYSTEM) is a collection of items, such as bracket(s), cradle(s), hold-down(s), pedestal(s), rack(s), and the like, specifically designed to mount a guided missile system on a vehicle. Excludes ADAPTER KIT (as modified); INSTALLATION KIT (as modified); MOBILITY KIT (as modified); MODIFICATION KIT (as modified); and MOUNTING KIT, GUIDED MISSILE EQUIPMENT.
- What is a Hoisting Adapter? 18 Items
- AHoisting Adapter(ADAPTER,HOISTING) is an item usually rigid in construction designed to be attached to another item to adapt it to an eye, ring, loop, or the like, for hoisting. For items designed to be used for hoisting and also provide accommodations for adapting a jack to an aircraft jacking point, see ADAPTER, AIRCRAFT JACKING POINT. Excludes BOLT, EYE; and SLING (as modified).
- What is a Guided Missile Equipment Transport Harness? 29 Items
- AGuided Missile Equipment Transport Harness(HARNESS,GUIDED MISSILE EQUIPMENT TRANSPORT) is an item consisting of an assemblage of adjustable straps specifically designed to secure guided missile equipment and/or components on a vehicle for transport.
- What is a Guided Missile Equipment Truck? 15 Items
- AGuided Missile Equipment Truck(TRUCK,GUIDED MISSILE EQUIPMENT) is a truck which is specifically designed to transport guided missile communications/data processing, fire control, power generating and/or launching equipment, and the like. See also CARRIER, GUIDED MISSILE EQUIPMENT. Excludes TRUCK, GUIDED MISSILE REPAIR PARTS.
- What is a Shipping And Storage Container Sling? 18 Items
- AShipping And Storage Container Sling(SLING,SHIPPING AND STORAGE CONTAINER) is a sling consisting of an I-beam, specially designed hooks, clamps, cables, and/or chains, and thimbles, specifically designed for handling a SHIPPING AND STORAGE CONTAINER (as modified), with or without contents.
- What is a Guided Missile Handling Unit? 45 Items
- AGuided Missile Handling Unit(HANDLING UNIT,GUIDED MISSILE) is a handling unit specifically designed for use in loading and unloading Guided Missiles from either shipping/storage containers or launch mechanisms. May include the necessary hardware and attachments for installation on motorized hoists and the like. May be mechanically, hydraulically, pneumatically or manually operated.
- What is a Guided Missile Coolant Recharging Unit? 75 Items
- AGuided Missile Coolant Recharging Unit(RECHARGING UNIT,COOLANT,GUIDED MISSILE) is an item designed to remove gas from a storage cylinder, filter the gas and refill the coolant tanks to a specified pressure. Capacity to test the pressure and purity of the coolant may be included. For housing only, see HOUSING ASSEMBLY, COOLANT CYLINDER(S), GUIDED MISSILE RECHARGING UNIT.
- What is a Guided Missile Recharging Unit Coolant Cylinder Housing Assembly? 13 Items
- AGuided Missile Recharging Unit Coolant Cylinder Housing Assembly(HOUSING ASSEMBLY,COOLANT CYLINDER,GUIDED MISSILE RECHARGING UNIT) is an item designed to inclose and support coolant cylinder(s), during recharging, to prevent exterior damage from possible explosion or rupture.
- What is a Guided Missile Ground Servicing Cover? 81 Items
- AGuided Missile Ground Servicing Cover(COVER,GUIDED MISSILE GROUND SERVICING) is a fabricated reusable textile, leather, plastic or metal item specifically designed to fully or partially cover a guided missile section or component(s) to protect during storage and/or shipping and/or maintenance operations. Normally includes ropes, straps, fasteners or other means for securing purposes. Excludes COVER, ACCESS, GUIED MISSILE and COVER, ACCESS, GUIDED MISSILE COMPONENTS.
- What is a Support Adjustable Stand? 16 Items
- ASupport Adjustable Stand(STAND,SUPPORT ADJUSTABLE) is an item consisting of a support on a adjustable base which provides means of supporting a Shipping and Storage Container, Guided Missile Components, once it has been removed from the transporting vehicle.
- What is a Maintenance Platform Section? 55 Items
- AMaintenance Platform Sectionis an individual unit of metallic or nonmetallic material used with other pieces/parts to make up the MAINTENANCE PLATFORM; MAINTENANCE PLATFORM, AIRCRAFT; or MAINTENANCE PLATFORM, GUIDED MISSILE.
- What is a Handling Ring Segment? 27 Items
- AHandling Ring Segment(SEGMENT,HANDLING RING) is a curved section of rigid material that, when interfaced with similar sections, forms a RING, HANDLING, GUIDED MISSILE.
- What is a Guided Missile Hardware Chest? 13 Items
- AGuided Missile Hardware Chest(CHEST,GUIDED MISSILE HARDWARE) is a chest specifically designed to accommodate and maintain guided missile hardware while it is being assembled or disassembled. Also used for protection and accountability.
- What is a Guided Missile Storage Rack? 32 Items
- AGuided Missile Storage Rack(RACK,STORAGE,GUIDED MISSILE) is a open frame structure, with shelving, designed to hold complete missile(s) or missile section(s) while in storage. May be stacked. Excludes PALLET, LOADING AND STORAGE.
- What is a Guided Missiles Modification Kit? 1645 Items
- AGuided Missiles Modification Kit(MODIFICATION KIT,GUIDED MISSILES) is an item or items employed individually or conjunctively to modify guided missiles.
- What is a Guided Missile Rail Extension? 16 Items
- AGuided Missile Rail Extension(EXTENSION,RAIL,GUIDED MISSILE) is an item of metal designed to act as a bridge between the TRANSPORTER-ERECTOR, GUIDED MISSILE and a guided missile section. Provides transfer capability from one rail set to another. May be bolted as required or permanently attached and pulled out/pushed by roller attachments.
- What is a Guided Missile Maintenance Platform? 56 Items
- AGuided Missile Maintenance Platform(MAINTENANCE PLATFORM,GUIDED MISSILE) is an item of equipment with small floored area(s) supported by scaffolding of metal or wood frame work, either portable or stationary. May have elevator type lifting mechanism. Used around the missile for repairing, cleaning, installing and inspection of property, machinery and above the general floor level.
- What is a Missile Handling Equipment Controller? 16 Items
- AMissile Handling Equipment Controller(CONTROLLER,MISSILE HANDLING EQUIPMENT) is an item designed to remotely control handling equipment for guided missile, missile sections and missile components. May contain switches, levers, buttons, dials, status indicators and the like.
- What is a Guided Missile Stationary Hoisting Unit? 13 Items
- AGuided Missile Stationary Hoisting Unit(HOISTING UNIT,STATIONARY,GUIDED MISSILE) is an item consisting of a supporting frame with integral hoist and/or winch designed to be permanently attached to a structure. It may include hoisting adapter(s) and/or slings(s). Ued to handle Guided Missile bodies, body sections, and components.
- What is a Guided Missile Cradle Support? 64 Items
- AGuided Missile Cradle Support(SUPPORT,GUIDED MISSILE CRADLE) is a structual device designed to be attached to a CRADLE, GUIDED MISSILE SECTION which will bear the weight and hold the cradle in place during, maintenance, storage or assembly of the missile.
- What is a Guided Missile Cable Retainer? 31 Items
- AGuided Missile Cable Retainer(RETAINER,CABLE,GUIDED MISSILE) is an item primarily designed to position and/or restrain the movement of cable postioned along the side of a missile or a cainister to prevent damage during installation. Also provides means of removal/rotating of the cable.
- What is a Launch Safety Railing? 20 Items
- ALaunch Safety Railing(SAFETY RAILING,LAUNCH) is an item which may be constructed of various materials to form a framework, used around the opening of the launch facility. It is designed to prevent personnel from falling into the opening during maintenance operations.
- What is a Guided Missile Handling Cradle? 73 Items
- AGuided Missile Handling Cradle(CRADLE,GUIDED MISSILE HANDLING) is a rigid structure designed for loading, transportation, or maintenance of one or more guided missiles. Contoured padded pockets are provided for missile support and to prevent movement. Tiedown hooks, straps, and other hardware may be included. Excludes PALLETS (as modified) and CRADLE,GUIDED MISSILE.
- What is a Guided Missile Horizontal Restraint? 30 Items
- AGuided Missile Horizontal Restraint(RESTRAINT,HORIZONTAL,GUIDED MISSILE) is a framework specifically designed to conform to the contour of a missile and to retain it a predetermined position while being transported.
- What is a Guided Missile Retaining Clamp? 34 Items
- AGuided Missile Retaining Clamp(CLAMP,RETAINING,GUIDED MISSILE) is a device or set of devices designed to hold a guided missile or guided missile components in place during maintenance, assembly, or shipping. Excludes CLAMP,HOSE, (as modified); CLAMP,BLOCK; CLAMP,BLOCK SECTION; LOOP CLAMP KIT; CLAMP,BRIDGE; and CLAMP ASSEMBLY,RETAINING.
- What is a Guided Missile Support Chock? 32 Items
- AGuided Missile Support Chock(CHOCK,SUPPORT,GUIDED MISSILE) is an item designed to be attached to the bed of a TRAILER,GUIDED MISSILE and, when used as a set, serves as a support upon which the missile rests to prevent movement and damage during transportation. Excludes SUPPORT,GUIDED MISSILE CRADLE; CRADLE,GUIDED MISSILE HANDLING; and CRADLE,GUIDED MISSILE.
- What is a Guided Missile Alignment Device? 32 Items
- AGuided Missile Alignment Device(ALIGNMENT DEVICE,GUIDED MISSILE) is an item specifically designed to align and/or position components of a guided missile during maintenance or assembly.
- What is a Guided Missile Equipment Carrier? 27 Items
- AGuided Missile Equipment Carrier(CARRIER,GUIDED MISSILE EQUIPMENT) is a carrier which is specifically designed to transport guided missile equipment such as nose cones, power packages, and the like. It may incorporate a GENERATOR (1) (as modified). It has mounting provisions to accommodate the installation of a fire direction hut; a communication hut and an erector-launcher.
- CLEVIS,HOISTING,GUIDED MISSILE 19 Items
- What is a Guided Missile Loader-Transporter? 27 Items
- AGuided Missile Loader-Transporter(LOADER-TRANSPORTER,GUIDED MISSILE) is a self-propelled vehicle specifically designed to transport and load one or more guided missiles on a launcher. Excludes items designed to transport and vertically erect missiles on launcher. See also ERECTOR, GUIDED MISSILE, SELF-PROPELLED.
- What is a Guided Missile Loading And Storage Pallet? 39 Items
- AGuided Missile Loading And Storage Pallet(PALLET,LOADING AND STORAGE,GUIDED MISSILE) is an item specifically designed for use in storage of guided missiles and to aid in fast, efficient launcher loading. Excludes CRADLE (as modified); and PALLET, MATERIAL HANDLING.
- What is a Guided Missile Shipping And Storage Skid? 18 Items
- AGuided Missile Shipping And Storage Skid(SKID,SHIPPING AND STORAGE,GUIDED MISSILE) is an item consisting of a supporting framework mounted on runners, specifically designed to cradle a guided missile in a fixed position for shipping and storage. May include attachments, straps, hooks, chain and the like.
- What is a Guided Missile Equipment Handling Unit? 88 Items
- AGuided Missile Equipment Handling Unit(HANDLING UNIT,GUIDED MISSILE EQUIPMENT) is a handling unit specifically designed for use in loading, unloading and/or assembling guided missile equipment and components. May include the necessary hardware and attachments for transporatable installation on a CARRIER, GUIDED MISSILE EQUIPMENT; TRUCK (as modified), or the like, Excludes HOISTING UNIT (as modified).
- What is a Guided Missile Equipment Mounting Kit? 30 Items
- AGuided Missile Equipment Mounting Kit(MOUNTING KIT,GUIDED MISSILE EQUIPMENT) is a collection of items specifically designed for mounting guided missile equipment such as a transportable programmer-test station, power station, and the like on a carrier, truck, and the like. Excludes ADAPTER KIT (as modified); CONVERSION KIT (as modified); INSTALLATION KIT (as modified); and MODIFICATION KIT.
- What is a Guided Missile Shipping And Storage Container Truck? 16 Items
- AGuided Missile Shipping And Storage Container Truck(TRUCK,GUIDED MISSILE SHIPPING AND STORAGE CONTAINER) is a hand propelled wheeled vehicle designed for transporting a guided missile shipping and storage container.
- What is a Guided Missile Section Cradle? 60 Items
- AGuided Missile Section Cradle(CRADLE,GUIDED MISSILE SECTION) is a specifically designed item with a padded load bearing surface shaped to conform to the contour of a guided missile section. It is used to provide temporary placement of a guided missile section while out of its shipping and storage container. Excludes PALLET (as modified); STAND (as modified); and SUPPORT (as modified).
- What is a Truck Mounted Guided Missile Equipment Handling Unit? 12 Items
- ATruck Mounted Guided Missile Equipment Handling Unit(HANDLING UNIT,GUIDED MISSILE EQUIPMENT,TRUCK MOUNTED) is a handling unit, guided missile equipment mounted on a truck or truck chassis. Excludes CRANE, TRUCK MOUNTED.
- What is a Guided Missile Sling Set? 13 Items
- AGuided Missile Sling Set(SLING SET,GUIDED MISSILE) is an item consisting of two or more specially designed slings for lifting a guided missile or guided missile body section(s).
- What is a Guided Missile Equipment Vehicle Accessory Kit? 28 Items
- AGuided Missile Equipment Vehicle Accessory Kit(ACCESSORY KIT,VEHICLE,GUIDED MISSILE EQUIPMENT) is an accessory kit containing items such as ramps, tail gates, davits, winches, generators, cradles, and the like, designed to expand vehicle capability to include guided missile maintenance and handling.
- What is a Guided Missile Main Assemblage Shipping And Storage Skid? 20 Items
- AGuided Missile Main Assemblage Shipping And Storage Skid(SKID,SHIPPING AND STORAGE,GUIDED MISSILE MAIN ASSEMBLAGE) is an item consisting of a supporting framework mounted on runners or skids, specifically designed to cradle a guided missile main assemblage in a fixed position for shipping and storage. It may include attachments, cover(s) straps, hooks, chain, and the like. Excludes CRADLE, GUIDED MISSILE SECTION.
- What is a Rocket Motor-Guided Missile Carriage? 23 Items
- ARocket Motor-Guided Missile Carriage(CARRIAGE,ROCKET MOTOR-GUIDED MISSILE) is a wheeled conveyance which operates on rails and is adjustable to insure alignment with other carriage mounted guided missile sections or rocket motors. It is specifically designed to transfer a rocket motor, guided missile section, or guided missile from one vehicle to another and to provide support and protection during transport, implacement, and displacement.
- What is a Guided Missile Vehicle Mounting Kit? 14 Items
- AGuided Missile Vehicle Mounting Kit(MOUNTING KIT,VEHICLE,GUIDED MISSILE) is a collection of items, such as bracket(s), cradle(s), hold-down(s), rack(s), and the like, specifically designed to be mounted to a vehicle, for the specific purpose of transporting a guided missile(s), See also MOUNTING KIT, VECHICLE, GUIDED MISSILE SYSTEM. Excludes ADAPTER KIT (as modified); INSTALLATION KIT (as modified); and MOUNTING KIT, GUIDED MISSILE EQUIPMENT.
- What is a Guided Missile Truck? 31 Items
- AGuided Missile Truck(TRUCK,GUIDED MISSILE) is a truck equipped with items such as bracket(s), cradle(s), hold-down(s), rack(s), and the like designed specifically for transporting one or more guided missiles.
- What is a Surface Attack Guided Missile And Launcher? 95 Items
- ASurface Attack Guided Missile And Launcher(GUIDED MISSILE AND LAUNCHER,SURFACE ATTACK) is a combination of items consisting of a surface attack guided missile and tubular launcher. The launcher is expendable after missile firing. For guided missiles specifically designed to be launched from a container, see GUIDED MISSILE (1), AND LAUNCHING ASSEMBLY (as modified).
- What is an Intercept-Aerial Guided Missile Subsystem? 82 Items
- AnIntercept-Aerial Guided Missile Subsystem(GUIDED MISSILE SUBSYSTEM,INTERCEPT-AERIAL) is a collection of two or more end items which do not comprise a complete guided missile system, incapable of intended operational ability without certain components supplied separately or already present at the point of usage. While it may include integral test equipment, the item does not include auxiliary diagnostic and repair equipment. See also GUIDED MISSILE AND LAUNCHER, INTERCEPT-AERIAL.
- What is a Surface Attack Guided Missile And Launching Assembly? 42 Items
- ASurface Attack Guided Missile And Launching Assembly(GUIDED MISSILE AND LAUNCHING ASSEMBLY,SURFACE ATTACK) is a guided missile in an enclosed and launch-ready assembly, consisting of a GUIDED MISSILE (1), SURFACE ATTACK; launch-ready assembly, and ancillary equipment. This guided missile is specifically designed to be launched from a container, which serves as a shipping and storage container also. See also GUIDED MISSILE AND LAUNCHER, SURFACE ATTACK.
- What is a Practice Guided Missile And Launcher? 35 Items
- APractice Guided Missile And Launcher(GUIDED MISSILE AND LAUNCHER,PRACTICE) is a combination of items consisting of a practice guided missile and a tubular launcher. It is specifically designed to be used in assault practice operations. For guided missiles specifically designed to be launched from a container, see GUIDED MISSILE (1), AND LAUNCHING ASSEMBLE (as modified).
- What is a Guided Missile Launcher Adapter? 22 Items
- AGuided Missile Launcher Adapter(ADAPTER,LAUNCHER,GUIDED MISSILE) is iNC 46373 REINSTATED ON 053117. This previously deleted INC ha s been reinstated for file maintenance purposes only.
- What is an Intercept-Aerial Guided Missile And Launcher? 53 Items
- AnIntercept-Aerial Guided Missile And Launcher(GUIDED MISSILE AND LAUNCHER,INTERCEPT-AERIAL) is a combination of items consisting of a intercept-aerial guided missile and a tubular launcher. The launcher is expendable after missile firing. For guided missiles specifically designed to be launched from a container, see GUIDED MISSILE (1), AND LAUNCHING ASSEMBLY (as modified).
- What is an Intercept-Aerial Guided Missile And Launching Assembly? 108 Items
- AnIntercept-Aerial Guided Missile And Launching Assembly(GUIDED MISSILE AND LAUNCHING ASSEMBLY,INTERCEPT-AERIAL) is a guided missile in an enclosed and launch-ready assembly, consisting of a GUIDED MISSILE (1), INTERCEPT-AERIAL, launch-ready assembly, and ancillary equipment. This guided missile is specifically designed to be launched from a container, which may or not serve as a shipping and storage container also. See also GUIDED MISSILE AND LAUNCHER,INTERCEPT-AERIAL.
- What is a Practice Guided Missile And Launching Assembly? 32 Items
- APractice Guided Missile And Launching Assembly(GUIDED MISSILE AND LAUNCHING ASSEMBLY,PRACTICE) is a guided missile in an enclosed and launch-ready assembly, consisting of a GUIDED MISSILE (1), PRACTICE, launch-ready assembly, and ancillary equipment. This practice guided missile is specifically designed to be launched from a container which serves as a shipping and storage container also. See also GUIDED MISSILE AND LAUNCHER, PRACTICE.
- What is a Guided Missile System Turret Subassembly? 23 Items
- AGuided Missile System Turret Subassembly(TURRET SUBASSEMBLY,GUIDED MISSILE SYSTEM) is a structured turret unit, to be mounted on a vehicle, shelter and the like, which supports (but does not include) armament and related accessories. It is designed to rotate about one or more axes permitting positioning for tracking/surveillance radar, for launcher(s), quided missiles and other related components. Excludes TURRET,COMBAT VEHICLE.
- What is a Dummy Guided Missile And Launching Assembly? 62 Items
- ADummy Guided Missile And Launching Assemblyis a inert version of a GUIDED MISSILE (1), AND LAUNCHING ASSEMBLY (as modified) which is used for handling purposes.
- What is an And Launching Assembly Guided Missile Canister Assembly? 57 Items
- AnAnd Launching Assembly Guided Missile Canister Assembly(CANISTER ASSEMBLY,GUIDED MISSILE,AND LAUNCHING ASSEMBLY) is one or more launch tubes, complete with guided missiles, capable of being mounted on a launching station. The canister and frame assembly provide mechanical interface to the launch platform, as well as an electrical interface between the missile and launcher electronics. The canister serves as a shipping and storage container and protects the missiles during tactical operations. Excludes GUIDED MISSILE, AND LAUNCHING ASSEMBLY, (as modified)
- What is a Guided Missile Guidance And Control Section? 175 Items
- AGuided Missile Guidance And Control Section(GUIDANCE AND CONTROL SECTION,GUIDED MISSILE) is an item which includes the components necessary to effect guidance and control of a guided missile in flight. It forms a portion of the outer case of the missile.
- What is a Signal Data Converter? 69 Items
- ASignal Data Converter(CONVERTER,SIGNAL DATA) is an electronic device which converts a data modulated signal of one form to a data modulated signal of another form.
- What is a Radar Set Group? 16 Items
- ARadar Set Groupis a collection of items having the same basic name, that propagate into space, and utilize the reflected portion of electromagnetic waves. A group that is a subdivision of a RADAR SET.
- What is an Electrical Special Purpose Cable Assembly? 737 Items
- AnElectrical Special Purpose Cable Assembly(CABLE ASSEMBLY,SPECIAL PURPOSE,ELECTRICAL) is a definite continuous length of CABLE, SPECIAL PURPOSE, ELECTRICAL, having one or more ends processed or terminated in fittings which provide for connection to other items. Excludes items having branches or forks. Excludes LEAD, TEST and CABLE AND CONDUIT ASSEMBLY, ELECTRICAL.
- What is an Electrical Synchronizer? 39 Items
- AnElectrical Synchronizer(SYNCHRONIZER,ELECTRICAL) is an item which aligns and/or connects two or more electrical signals with respect to time.
- What is an Electronic Command Signals Programmer Control? 13 Items
- AnElectronic Command Signals Programmer Control(CONTROL,ELECTRONIC COMMAND SIGNALS PROGRAMMER) is an item which determines the mode of operation of a PROGRAMMER, ELECTRONIC COMMAND SIGNALS.
- What is a Guided Missile Firing Station Control? 29 Items
- AGuided Missile Firing Station Control(CONTROL,GUIDED MISSILE FIRING STATION) is a control which determines the mode of operation of a FIRING STATION, GUIDED MISSILE.
- HOLDER,METER 11 Items
- What is an Indicator Panel? 65 Items
- AnIndicator Panel(PANEL,INDICATOR) is a panel designed for indicating purposes only. It does not distribute power nor control the equipment with which it is used. See also PANEL, POWER DISTRIBUTION; SWITCHBOARD, POWER and INDICATOR ASSEMBLY.
- What is a Radio Frequency Detector? 34 Items
- ARadio Frequency Detector(DETECTOR,RADIO FREQUENCY) is an electronic device which demodulates radio frequency energy and may also provide a direct current control potential.
- What is a Trailer Mounted Guided Missile Director Station? 14 Items
- ATrailer Mounted Guided Missile Director Station(DIRECTOR STATION,GUIDED MISSILE,TRAILER MOUNTED) is a collection of major electronic components and/or items specifically designed to provide a guided missile battery commander and other operating personnel of a RADAR COURSE DIRECTING CENTRAL with circuits, controls, computer and radar data displays, communication facilities, plotting boards, and the like, for directing by remote control azimuth, elevation and range of a guided missile in flight. May also contain facilities for furnishing burst command signals to a missile. See also DIRECTOR-COMPUTER GROUP, GUIDED MISSILE.
- What is a Guided Missile Firing Station? 104 Items
- AGuided Missile Firing Station(FIRING STATION,GUIDED MISSILE) is a self-contained electronic item which provides remote control of guided missile functions prior to and including firing. It may include an emergency propellant shutoff system.
- What is an Electronic Command Signals Programmer Switching Unit? 25 Items
- AnElectronic Command Signals Programmer Switching Unit(SWITCHING UNIT,ELECTRONIC COMMAND SIGNALS PROGRAMMER) is an item specifically designed to be used in conjunction with other electronic components to provide automatic switching facilities for a PROGRAMMER, ELECTRONIC COMMAND SIGNALS. For manually operated switching units, see SWITCH (as modified).
- What is a Control-Indicator Subassembly? 12 Items
- AControl-Indicator Subassemblyis two or more different types of items, having a common mounting or mounted on each other, which together form a portion of a control-indicator, but which in itself is not a complete functioning item and cannot be assigned a more definite item name.
- What is a Missile Guidance Set Subassembly? 36 Items
- AMissile Guidance Set Subassemblyis two or more different types of items having a common mounting or mounted on each other which together form a portion of a missile guidance set but which in itself is not a complete functioning item and cannot be assigned a more definite item name.
- What is a Collimation Antenna-Mast Group? 15 Items
- ACollimation Antenna-Mast Group(ANTENNA-MAST GROUP,COLLIMATION) is two or more components, not capable of operation as a set but when used with an electronic set, permits visual and electronic alignment of the tracking radars of a guided missile remote control system. May include tools and installation equipment. Excludes SIMULATOR, ANTENNA POSITION.
- What is a Missile Tracking Antenna-Receiver-Transmitter Group? 13 Items
- AMissile Tracking Antenna-Receiver-Transmitter Group(ANTENNA-RECEIVER-TRANSMITTER GROUP,MISSILE TRACKING) is a collection of items, two or more being major electronic components, which is not capable of performing a complete operational function by itself, but which when used in a guided missile remote control system will provide facilities for receiving and transmitting radar signals, including appropriate corrective guidance command signals to a missile in flight, and furnishing continuous missile position data to a computer and/or radar set. May include facilities for local control and/or monitoring, aligning, or leveling during installation.
- What is a Target Tracking Antenna-Receiver-Transmitter Group? 12 Items
- ATarget Tracking Antenna-Receiver-Transmitter Group(ANTENNA-RECEIVER-TRANSMITTER GROUP,TARGET TRACKING) is a collection of items, two or more being major electronic components, which is not capable of performing a complete operational function by itself, but which when used in a guided missile remote control system, will provide facilities for receiving and transmitting radar signals, and furnishing continuous target position data to a computer and/or other radar sets. May include facilities for local control and/or monitoring, aligning or leveling during installation.
- What is a Guided Missile Computer Group? 43 Items
- AGuided Missile Computer Group(COMPUTER GROUP,GUIDED MISSILE) is a collection of items, specifically designed to compute intelligence data received from a guided missile for azimuth, elevation, range correction and motor shutoff commands. Contains a test system and signal simulator for testing the computing units.
- What is a Countdown Group? 35 Items
- ACountdown Groupis a collection of items, that provide prelaunch programmed test, energizing, and initiating funciton or a missile guidance set.
- What is a Guided Missile Director-Computer Group? 13 Items
- AGuided Missile Director-Computer Group(DIRECTOR-COMPUTER GROUP,GUIDED MISSILE) is a collection of items, specifically designed to be used in a guided missile remote control system, which provides directing and computing facilities for a guided missile in flight. See also DIRECTOR STATION, GUIDED MISSILE, TRAILER MOUNTED.
- What is an Electronic Command Signals Generator? 14 Items
- AnElectronic Command Signals Generator(GENERATOR,ELECTRONIC COMMAND SIGNALS) is an electronic device which provides signals for the actuation of components of a guided missile during prelaunch or testing function. See also PROGRAMMER, ELECTRONIC COMMAND SIGNALS.
- What is an Azimuth-Elevation-Range Indicator? 25 Items
- AnAzimuth-Elevation-Range Indicator(INDICATOR,AZIMUTH-ELEVATION-RANGE) is an indicator that displays data for the determination of the terrestrial bearing, vertical spacing, and range, or spacing, between a target and a common reference point, as determined by interpolation.
- What is a Missile Guidance Console? 51 Items
- AMissile Guidance Console(CONSOLE,MISSILE GUIDANCE) is a console that is used with associated electronic sets and components for the command control of a guided missile.
- What is a Radar Set? 53 Items
- ARadar Setis a fixed number of components and/or items, not all having the same basic name, which are required for the performance of a complete specific operational function, that propagate into space and utilize reflected portions of electromagnetic waves for such purposes as detecting the presence and/or determining the location of distant objects, projectile velocity measurements, terrain clearance measurements, bomb directing measurement, and the like. See also RADAR SET, SEMITRAILER MOUNTED.
- What is a Data Display Group? 13 Items
- AData Display Groupis a collection of items, that provide facilities for the display of data.
- CONTROL,INDICATOR 59 Items
- What is a Guided Missile Firing Panel? 46 Items
- AGuided Missile Firing Panel(PANEL,FIRING,GUIDED MISSILE) is a panel upon which are mounted items such as meters, switches, lights, and other necessary instruments which indicate a missile's readiness to fire. Includes facilities for firing a guided missile.
- What is an Azimuth Indicator? 11 Items
- AnAzimuth Indicator(INDICATOR,AZIMUTH) is an indicator for the display of the terrestrial bearing of a target with respect to a fixed reference point.
- What is an Intratarget Data Indicator? 14 Items
- AnIntratarget Data Indicator(INDICATOR,INTRATARGET DATA) is an indicator for the display of data from which may be determined information concerning the individual elements of a target that has been detected and is under surveillance by equipment such as a RADAR SET.
- What is a Tuning Drive? 41 Items
- ATuning Drive(DRIVE,TUNING) is a device which, when mechanically and/or electrically actuated, sets or rotates a tuning part (capacitor, inductor, line, switch) of an item such as a receiver, transmitter, signal generator, and like items, to a desired frequency. Electrically actuated devices may include wire connected controls. Does not include a knob, calibrated dial, or flexible shafting. See also KNOB; DIAL, CONTROL and DIAL, SCALE.
- What is an Amplifier-Detector? 20 Items
- AnAmplifier-Detectoris an electronic assembly which has the dual function of amplification and detection (demodulation). It has one or more amplifier circuits and one or more detector circuits. The circuits may be independent of each other with separate input/output terminations or they may be cascaded (series aiding) to provide a single output signal resulting from a single input signal. The source of power is usually common to all circuits. See also AMPLIFIER (as modified); and DETECTOR (as modified).
- What is an Amplifier-Frequency Multiplier? 11 Items
- AnAmplifier-Frequency Multiplieris an item having the dual function of an amplifier, and of deriving an output signal which is some multiple frequency of an input signal. May utilize electron tubes, transistors, or similar devices.
- PARTS KIT,RADAR RECEIVER-TRANSMITTER 17 Items
- What is an Amplifier-Converter? 18 Items
- AnAmplifier-Converteris a single component that provides amplifying and frequency converting facilities.
- What is a Computer-Signal Data Generator? 22 Items
- AComputer-Signal Data Generatoris a single component that provides computer facilities, and generates data modulated signals for application to another item, such as a missile guidance set. SEE ALSO COMPUTER, AIR TRAFFIC CONTROL.
- What is an Acquisition Antenna-Receiver-Transmitter Group? 30 Items
- AnAcquisition Antenna-Receiver-Transmitter Group(ANTENNA-RECEIVER-TRANSMITTER GROUP,ACQUISITION) is a search type radar capable of providing continuous surveillance for a DIRECTOR STATION GROUP, GUIDED MISSILE with the prime function of detecting, interrogating and designating targets. Automatically provides range and azimuth data to the ANTENNA-RECEIVER-TRANSMITTER GROUP, TARGET TRACKING for rapid transfer of target acquisition.
- What is a Computer-Power Supply? 28 Items
- AComputer-Power Supplyis a single component with the dual function of a computer and a power supply. The computer and power supply are used with associated components, and may be used with each other.
- What is a Trailer Mounted Guided Missile Battery Control Central? 16 Items
- ATrailer Mounted Guided Missile Battery Control Central(GUIDED MISSILE BATTERY CONTROL CENTRAL,TRAILER MOUNTED) is a trailer mounted unit containing electronic components and/or items, such as circuits, controls, radar data displays communication facilities, plotting boards, and the like, specifically designed to provide a guided missile battery commander and/or other operating personnel a centralized facility for exercising tactical command and control functions of specific launching units. May include firing box(es) and/or firing panel(s). See also GUIDED MISSILE BATTERY CONTROL CENTRAL.
- What is a Semitrailer Mounted Radar Set? 24 Items
- ASemitrailer Mounted Radar Set(RADAR SET,SEMITRAILER MOUNTED) is a RADAR SET mounted on a semitrailer.
- What is a Truck Mounted Guided Missile Engagement Control Station? 39 Items
- ATruck Mounted Guided Missile Engagement Control Station(ENGAGEMENT CONTROL STATION,GUIDED MISSILE,TRUCK MOUNTED) is a truck mounted unit containing a collection of items designed to provide control of target engagements in a designated intercept area. Includes facilities for radar control and displays, missile status, launch commands, missile flight commands and the like. May include test and communication facilities. See also ENGAGEMENT CONTROL STATION, GUIDED MISSILE. Excludes GUIDED MISSILE BATTERY CONTROL CENTRAL; INFORMATION AND COORDINATION CENTRAL, GUIDED MISSILE SYSTEM; and LAUNCHING CONTROL GROUP, GUIDED MISSILE.
- What is a Computer Subassembly? 75 Items
- AComputer Subassemblyis two or more different types of items, having a common mounting or mounted on each other which together form a portion of a computer, but which in itself is not a complete functioning item and cannot be assigned a more definite item name.
- What is a Data Entry Keyboard? 50 Items
- AData Entry Keyboard(KEYBOARD,DATA ENTRY) is a device for data input by key depression which causes the generation of the selected character, numeral or the like.
- What is an Aircraft-Launcher Interface Computer? 72 Items
- AnAircraft-Launcher Interface Computer(COMPUTER,AIRCRAFT-LAUNCHER INTERFACE) is provides data processing between aircraft and guided missile launcher. May provide power, control and display interfaces. Usually a microprocessor based system which incorporates peculiar discrete circuitry and reprogrammability. Do not use if a more specific name applies.
- What is a Nuclear Radiation Insulation? 44 Items
- ANuclear Radiation Insulation(INSULATION,NUCLEAR RADIATION) is item composed of fiber, plastic, cork, rubber of synthetic material in various shapes and sizes. It is specifically designed to protect operationally critical components from electrostatic damage generated by nuclear explosion.
- What is a Missile-Bomb Guidance Computer? 212 Items
- AMissile-Bomb Guidance Computer(COMPUTER,MISSILE-BOMB GUIDANCE) is a computer utilizing electronic data received from on board detecting devices to calculate and alter the directional course of travel to establish a collision course with an airborne or surface target. Excludes COMPUTER, GUIDANCE and COMPUTER, TARGET INTERCEPT.
- What is an Electrical-Electronic Equipment Control Panel? 109 Items
- AnElectrical-Electronic Equipment Control Panel(PANEL,CONTROL,ELECTRICAL-ELECTRONIC EQUIPMENT) is a panel, upon which are mounted such items as indicator lights, meters, relays, switches and the like, which is specifically designed for the purpose of controlling the operation of electrical and electronic equipment. See also PANEL, TEST, ELECTRICAL.
- What is a Guided Missiles Modification Kit? 1645 Items
- AGuided Missiles Modification Kit(MODIFICATION KIT,GUIDED MISSILES) is an item or items employed individually or conjunctively to modify guided missiles.
- What is a Signal Control Drawer? 90 Items
- ASignal Control Drawer(DRAWER,SIGNAL CONTROL) is an item designed to slide in and out of a CABINET, ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT and functions as a processor or interface unit. The drawer provides timing and control logic circuitry to drive between the different launch control systems. It may include electrical/electronic components.
- What is a Guidance Set? 51 Items
- AGuidance Setis a fixed number of components and/or items, not all having the same basic name, which are required for the performance of a complete specific operational function. May exclude certain operating components supplied separately or already present at the time of usage. Designed to direct an object in flight.
- What is a Guidance Set Receiver-Transmitter? 41 Items
- AGuidance Set Receiver-Transmitter(RECEIVER-TRANSMITTER,GUIDANCE SET) is a single item, which is a major component of a GUIDANCE SET, having the dual function of generating electromagnetic energy or signals for transmission, and of receiving, demodulating, coding and decoding intelligence required to change the flight path or trajectory of a guided object. Excludes RECEIVER-TRANSMITTER, RADAR and RECEIVER-TRANSMITTER, RADIO. See also TRANSPONDER SET.
- What is a Guided Missile Systems Operations Station Installation Kit? 36 Items
- AGuided Missile Systems Operations Station Installation Kit(INSTALLATION KIT,OPERATIONS STATION,GUIDED MISSILE SYSTEMS) is a group of items such as guided missile parts accessories, hardware, electrical items or the like used to install an OPERATIONS STATION, GUIDED MISSILE SYSTEMS. See also PARTS KIT(as modified).
- What is a Missile Fire Control Subsystem? 33 Items
- AMissile Fire Control Subsystem(FIRE CONTROL SUBSYSTEM,MISSILE) is an item containing electronics to convert target acquisition data into target tracking commands, missile tracking, and guidance signals. It may also have the capability to perform built-in test on the internal tactical electronic and any embedded training circuit cards.
- What is a Guided Missile Assault Fire Command Console? 17 Items
- AGuided Missile Assault Fire Command Console(CONSOLE,ASSAULT FIRE COMMAND,GUIDED MISSILE) is a console specifically designed to be used in assault position(s) where close tactical guided missile support is required. It is used in lieu of a GUIDED MISSILE BATTERY CONTROL CENTRAL which is less adaptable to assault phase operations. Provides facilities for audio-visual target detection, tracking and fire control of two or more guided missile launchers. May include intercommunication facilities. Excludes CONSOLE (1), GUIDED MISSILE BATTERY CONTROL; and CONSOLE, TARGET TRACKING. See also CONSOLE (1), MISSILE GUIDANCE.
- What is a Target Tracking Console? 25 Items
- ATarget Tracking Console(CONSOLE,TARGET TRACKING) is a console specifically designed for tracking an airborne target to point of intercept with a guided missile. It is used with an ANTENNA-RECEIVER-TRANSMITTER GROUP, TARGET TRACKING. Excludes CONSOLE, MISSILE GUIDANCE and CONSOLE, GUIDED MISSILE BATTERY CONTROL.
- What is a Missile Guidance Set Control? 54 Items
- AMissile Guidance Set Control(CONTROL,MISSILE GUIDANCE SET) is a control that determines the mode of operation of a MISSILE GUIDANCE SET.
- What is a Core Memory Unit? 40 Items
- ACore Memory Unitis an electronic item which accepts and systematically retains digital or analog input data in such a manner as to facilitate rapid recovery of the stored information. The item consists of one or more memory array frames and wound magnetic cores. It may include core selector circuitry, signal drivers, and memory address register. See also MAGNETIC DRUM, DATA STORAGE.
- FIRING BOX,GUIDED MISSILE 20 Items
- What is a Guided Missile Battery Control Central? 25 Items
- AGuided Missile Battery Control Centralis a collection of major electronic components and/or items, such as circuits, controls, radar data displays, communication facilities, plotting boards, and the like, specifically designed to provide a guided missile battery commander and/or other operating personnel a centralized facility for exercising tactical command control functions of specific launching units. It may include firing box(es) and/or firing panel(s). Excludes DIRECTOR STATION,GUIDED MISSILE,TRAILER MOUNTED and OPERATIONS CENTRAL.
- What is a Computer Processor-Verifier? 11 Items
- AComputer Processor-Verifier(PROCESSOR-VERIFIER,COMPUTER) is a single component with the dual function of establishing input data signals into a desired format that are fed into a data recorder and the memory component of the computer, and of determining the completeness of the data when released simultaneously by the recorder and memory component.
- What is an Electronic Command Signals Programmer? 53 Items
- AnElectronic Command Signals Programmer(PROGRAMMER,ELECTRONIC COMMAND SIGNALS) is an item which processes electronic command signals in a manner and sequence suitable for the predetermined automatic control of another item such as a missile or electronic computer.
- What is a Guided Missile System Radar Signal Simulator Station? 12 Items
- AGuided Missile System Radar Signal Simulator Station(SIMULATOR STATION,RADAR SIGNAL,GUIDED MISSILE SYSTEM) is a station designed to be used in conjunction with a guided missile remote control system to produce artificial radar echoes identical to those received from a hostile target(s). Usually mounted in a van type trailer, semitrailer, or truck, and provides operating personnel space. Excludes SIMULATOR, RADAR SIGNAL; SIMULATOR, GUIDED MISSILE FLIGHT; and SIMULATOR, AIRCRAFT.
- What is a Guided Missile Angular Tracker? 11 Items
- AGuided Missile Angular Tracker(TRACKER,ANGULAR,GUIDED MISSILE) is an item specifically designed for continuously and automatically tracking a guided missile in flight, utilizing coded signals from a missile to determine its angular position in relationship to an established geographical point.
- What is a Guided Missile System Power Distribution Set? 16 Items
- AGuided Missile System Power Distribution Set(POWER DISTRIBUTION SET,GUIDED MISSILE SYSTEM) is a collection of items consisting of electrical cable sets, distribution boxes, high pressure air lines, air conditioning ducts, and the like, specifically designed to interconnect the ground support equipment to the missile and/or its components during test and checkout, preparation for firing, and firing. Excludes INTERCONNECTING GROUP.
- What is a Guided Missile System Simulator Station Console? 24 Items
- AGuided Missile System Simulator Station Console(CONSOLE,SIMULATOR STATION,GUIDED MISSILE SYSTEM) is a console specifically designed for use in a guided missile system simulator station to produce artificial signal data and other coordinated simulation data for transmittal to another guided missile system console. Excludes CONSOLE, RADAR SET and CONSOLE, SWITCHING CONTROL.
- What is a Guided Missile System Target Discrimination Computer? 11 Items
- AGuided Missile System Target Discrimination Computer(COMPUTER,TARGET DISCRIMINATION,GUIDED MISSILE SYSTEM) is a computer specifically designed to evaluate target data furnished from radar(s) to discriminate between high speed ballistic targets and aircraft. It automatically selects the ballistic targets and initiates launch order signals to interceptor guided missiles. Excludes COMPUTER, BALLISTICS; COMPUTER MISSILE GUIDANCE; and COMPUTER, TARGET INTERCEPT.
- What is a Guided Missile Infrared Tracker? 39 Items
- AGuided Missile Infrared Tracker(TRACKER,INFRARED,GUIDED MISSILE) is an item specifically designed for continuously tracking a modulated infrared signal, emitted by a guided missile in flight, for the purpose of providing intelligence to a missile guidance set and/or remote control equipment. Excludes infrared communication equipment and night vision equipment.
- What is a Guided Missile Target Tracking Rate Sensing Unit? 19 Items
- AGuided Missile Target Tracking Rate Sensing Unit(SENSING UNIT,RATE,GUIDED MISSILE TARGET TRACKING) is an item specifically designed to provide azimuth and elevation deviation rate information obtained by tracking a moving target. The electrical error voltages are used to provide corrective command signals to a guided missile in flight. Excludes ACCELEROMETER (as modified); GYROSCOPE, RATE; and MOVING TARGET INDICATOR GROUP.
- What is a Semitrailer Mounted Guided Missile Systems Data Processing Station? 15 Items
- ASemitrailer Mounted Guided Missile Systems Data Processing Station(DATA PROCESSING STATION,GUIDED MISSILE SYSTEMS,SEMITRAILER MOUNTED) is a collection of items mounted in a van type semitrailer specifically designed to provide radar track data processing and dissemination and data link facilities for a guided missile systems operations station. It enables the operations station to coordinate heterogenous guided missile systems firings in a given defense area. It does not include display and tactical control facilities. Excludes RADAR COURSE DIRECTING CENTRAL and RADAR DATA TRANSFER SYSTEM.
- What is a Missile Guidance Set Monitor-Programmer? 15 Items
- AMissile Guidance Set Monitor-Programmer(MONITOR-PROGRAMMER,MISSILE GUIDANCE SET) is an item which performs prelaunch monitoring, programs range information into a MISSILE GUIDANCE SET prior to launch, and controls safing, arming, and firing sequences. May include provisions for self test. Excludes ALIGNMENT SET, MISSILE GUIDANCE. See also MONITOR, MISSILE GUIDANCE SET; and PARAMETER INSERTION GROUP, MISSILE GUIDANCE SET.
- What is a Missile Programmer-Test Station Computer? 31 Items
- AMissile Programmer-Test Station Computer(COMPUTER,MISSILE PROGRAMMER-TEST STATION) is a computer specifically designed for the computation of missile flight parameters, sequencing missile countdown, and evaluating missile preflight test data. See also COMPUTER, MISSILE PROGRAMMER DATA, TRUCK MOUNTED.
- What is a Target Tracking Sight Control? 15 Items
- ATarget Tracking Sight Control(CONTROL,SIGHT,TARGET TRACKING) is a hand manipulated control specifically designed to operate a servo-powered gimballed sighting device used for tracking a moving target from a helicopter or other vehicle. Tracking movements of the sight generates error voltages for automatically correcting the flight path of the vehicle-launched guided missile. Excludes CONTROL, DESTINATION PRESET; CONTROL, GIMBAL POSITION; CONTROL, MISSILE GUIDANCE SET; and CONTROL, TARGET INTERCEPT.
- What is a Guided Missile Platoon Command Post? 31 Items
- AGuided Missile Platoon Command Post(PLATOON COMMAND POST,GUIDED MISSILE) is an item consisting of a guided missile assault fire command console and other necessary electronic equipment to detect, track, and destroy targets within the zone of effectiveness of a guided missile firing unit(s). It is specifically designed to be used in assault operations where close tactical guided missile support is required in lieu of a guided missile battery control central which is less adaptable to assault phase operation.
- What is a Guided Missile System Information And Coordination Central? 30 Items
- AGuided Missile System Information And Coordination Central(INFORMATION AND COORDINATION CENTRAL,GUIDED MISSILE SYSTEM) is a collection of major electronic equipments such as automatic data processor(s), data converter(s), communication and identification facilities, and the like, specifically designed to receive and process target and early warning data in a rapid manner. The identification friend or foe equipment identifies and designates hostile targets in priority sequence. Automatic processing of data received provides the Tactical Control Officer information required for rapid engagement of hostile aerial targets. Excludes COMMUNICATIONS CENTRAL and OPERATIONS CENTRAL.
- What is a Radar Target Data Processor? 15 Items
- ARadar Target Data Processor(PROCESSOR,RADAR TARGET DATA) is an item specifically designed to receive and process radar target data supplied by target tracking radar(s). Automatic processing of data received provides information required for rapid engagement of hostile aerial targets. Excludes PROCESSOR-VERIFIER, COMPUTER.
- What is a Guided Missile Systems Operations Station? 17 Items
- AGuided Missile Systems Operations Station(OPERATIONS STATION,GUIDED MISSILE SYSTEMS) is a collection of items specifically designed to provide operational control of heterogenous guided missile firing organizations. It is designed to monitor tactical situations and direct and coordinate firing operations of all intercept-aerial missile systems within a given defense area. It includes video display facilities, situation displays, data link and voice communications facilities, and the like. Excludes OPERATIONS CENTRAL.
- What is an Electrical Special Purpose Cable Assembly? 737 Items
- AnElectrical Special Purpose Cable Assembly(CABLE ASSEMBLY,SPECIAL PURPOSE,ELECTRICAL) is a definite continuous length of CABLE, SPECIAL PURPOSE, ELECTRICAL, having one or more ends processed or terminated in fittings which provide for connection to other items. Excludes items having branches or forks. Excludes LEAD, TEST and CABLE AND CONDUIT ASSEMBLY, ELECTRICAL.
- What is a Control-Power Supply? 22 Items
- AControl-Power Supplyis a component which performs the dual function of controlling the operation of and supplying power to one or more associated components.
- What is an Electronic Command Signals Programmer Control? 13 Items
- AnElectronic Command Signals Programmer Control(CONTROL,ELECTRONIC COMMAND SIGNALS PROGRAMMER) is an item which determines the mode of operation of a PROGRAMMER, ELECTRONIC COMMAND SIGNALS.
- What is a Guided Missile Tail Gyroscope Control? 31 Items
- AGuided Missile Tail Gyroscope Control(CONTROL,GYROSCOPE,GUIDED MISSILE TAIL) is an item designed to govern the control surfaces of the tail of a guided missile.
- What is a Transponder Set? 61 Items
- ATransponder Setis a fixed number of electronic components and/or items, not all having the same basic name which receive an interrogation signal, and which retransmit coded signals which can be interpreted by the interrogating station. May exclude certain operating components supplied separately or already present at the point of usage.
- What is a Linear Electro-Mechanical Actuator? 92 Items
- ALinear Electro-Mechanical Actuator(ACTUATOR,ELECTRO-MECHANICAL,LINEAR) is a self-contained power transmitting device designed to convert electrical energy into controlled mechanical force, in the form of linear (straight line) mechanical movement. Comprised of an electrical motor(s), gear box(es), screwjacks, limit switch(es), and such accessories as required for the specific moving and positioning of other components. Excludes hydraulic and pneumatic cylinders and screwjacks.
- What is a Rotary Electro-Mechanical Actuator? 31 Items
- ARotary Electro-Mechanical Actuator(ACTUATOR,ELECTRO-MECHANICAL,ROTARY) is a self-contained power transmitting device designed to convert electrical energy into controlled mechanical force, in the form of torque (rotational mechanical movement). Comprised of an electric motor(s), gear box(es), limit switch(es), and such accessories as required for the specific moving and positioning of other components. Excludes hydraulic and pneumatic cylinders and screwjacks.
- What is a Transmitter Group? 112 Items
- ATransmitter Groupis a collection of items, which provide facilities for transmitting.
- What is a Guided Missile Fuel Manifold? 15 Items
- AGuided Missile Fuel Manifold(MANIFOLD,FUEL,GUIDED MISSILE) is a specifically designed, cylindrically shaped, item for collecting and distributing guided missile propellant mixture to a missile propulsion unit.
- What is an Electronic Command Signals Generator? 14 Items
- AnElectronic Command Signals Generator(GENERATOR,ELECTRONIC COMMAND SIGNALS) is an electronic device which provides signals for the actuation of components of a guided missile during prelaunch or testing function. See also PROGRAMMER, ELECTRONIC COMMAND SIGNALS.
- What is a Rate Gyroscope? 12 Items
- ARate Gyroscope(GYROSCOPE,RATE) is a gyroscope which senses, measures, and transmits rate of angular displacement data. See also SENSOR,ANGULAR RATE.
- What is a Missile Guidance Set Flight Controller Cover? 13 Items
- AMissile Guidance Set Flight Controller Cover(COVER,MISSILE GUIDANCE SET FLIGHT CONTROLLER) is a cover specifically designed for mounting on a CONTROLLER, FLIGHT, MISSILE GUIDANCE SET to seal the components against dust and variation of air pressure. It may be removed for inspection, service and/or adjustment. Excludes COVER, ACCESS (as modified).
- What is a Course Data Transmitter? 24 Items
- ACourse Data Transmitter(TRANSMITTER,COURSE DATA) is a transmitter that electrically processes course information in a manner suitable for application to another component(s).
- What is a Guided Missile Access Cover? 245 Items
- AGuided Missile Access Cover(COVER,ACCESS,GUIDED MISSILE) is an item which is a portion of the body shell of a guided missile and which, through use of hinges, catches, or other fastening devices, permits easy access to the interior of a missile. Excludes COVER, ACCESS, GUIDED MISSILE COMPONENTS.
- What is a Guided Missile Components Access Cover? 349 Items
- AGuided Missile Components Access Cover(COVER,ACCESS,GUIDED MISSILE COMPONENTS) is a cover designed to provide access to a guided missile component for inspection, service, or adjustment. Do not use if a more specific name applies. Excludes COVER, ACCESS, GUIDED MISSILE.
- What is a Guided Missile Main Assemblage? 55 Items
- AGuided Missile Main Assemblageis an item usually consisting of one or more BODY SECTION, GUIDED MISSILE; a CONTROL SURFACES KIT, GUIDED MISSILE; ROCKET ENGINE and/or ROCKET MOTOR or the like. The assembled items, when attached to a guided missile nose section and WARHEAD (as modified), form a complete guided missile.
- What is a Guided Missile Tunnel Section? 108 Items
- AGuided Missile Tunnel Section(TUNNEL SECTION,GUIDED MISSILE) is a tunnel-shaped item with integral mounting brackets, designed to cover and protect electrical cable(s), air and/or fuel line(s) mounted on the external surface of a guided missile.
- What is a Guided Missile Control Surfaces Kit? 12 Items
- AGuided Missile Control Surfaces Kit(CONTROL SURFACES KIT,GUIDED MISSILE) is two or more CONTROL SURFACE ASSEMBLY, GUIDED MISSILE, designed to provide the stabilization and guidance control necessary to a guided missile. Electronic command circuits to guidance components may be completed through plug-in connections. May include mounting hardware, receiving, and/or transmitting antennas.
- What is a Servocylinder? 36 Items
- AServocylinderis a hydraulically or pneumatically powered actuating cylinder with provisions for directional control (positioning) in direct relation with a primary control of comparatively low level force. The primary control input to the servocylinder may be mechanical and/or electrical.
- What is a Practice Guided Missile Body Section? 50 Items
- APractice Guided Missile Body Section(BODY SECTION,GUIDED MISSILE,PRACTICE) is an item which comprises a portion of a practice guided missile, and when used in conjunction with other practice sections forms a complete practice missile.
- What is a Guided Missile Laser Seeker Section? 15 Items
- AGuided Missile Laser Seeker Section(SEEKER SECTION,LASER,GUIDED MISSILE) is a portion of a guided missile specifically designed for seeking out a target by detection of reflected laser energy. Location of the target is then translated into homing command signals by related equipment.Excludes SEEKER SECTION, ELECTRO-OPTICAL, GUIDED MISSILE; SEEKER SECTION, INFRARED, GUIDED MISSILE; and SEEKER SECTION, RADAR, GUIDED MISSILE.
- What is a Guided Missile Explosive Actuated Battery? 67 Items
- AGuided Missile Explosive Actuated Battery(BATTERY,EXPLOSIVE ACTUATED,GUIDED MISSILE) is an item consisting of a BATTERY (1), WET, PRIMARY and explosive components such as SQUIB, ELECTRIC, and gas generator. Designed for one time use, the squib is fired at launch to ignite the gas generator whichforces the electrolyte into charged cells, providing on-board electrical power for a guided missile in flight.
- What is a Mounting Bracket? 15 Items
- AMounting Bracket(BRACKET,MOUNTING) is a bracket of various shapes (other than angle), designed to be attached to a supporting surface for the specific purpose of positioning, aligning and/or supporting another item. Excludes BRACE (as modified); BRACKET, ANGLE; and BRACKET, DOUBLE ANGLE. See also BRACKET (1), ELECTRICAL CONNECTOR; BRACKET, FIRE EXTINGUISHER; BRACKET, SOLENOID; BRACKET, TRACK, SLIDING DOOR; and RETAINER (as modified).
- What is a Riser Fairing? 61 Items
- ARiser Fairing(FAIRING,RISER) is a streamlined item designed to produce a smooth outline and to reduce drag or air resistance. It is shaped to rise vertically along the body of a guided missile or rocket. Do not use if a more specific name applies. Excludes FAIRING, ROCKET MOTOR; FAIRING, ROCKET ENGINE, GUIDED MISSILE; and FAIRING, GUIDED MISSILE TUNNEL SECTION. See also COVER, ACCESS, GUIDED MISSILE.
- What is a Nuclear Radiation Insulation? 44 Items
- ANuclear Radiation Insulation(INSULATION,NUCLEAR RADIATION) is item composed of fiber, plastic, cork, rubber of synthetic material in various shapes and sizes. It is specifically designed to protect operationally critical components from electrostatic damage generated by nuclear explosion.
- What is a Guided Missile Structural Component Support? 216 Items
- AGuided Missile Structural Component Support(SUPPORT,STRUCTURAL COMPONENT,GUIDED MISSILE) is a device of various shapes to be attached to the structure of a guided missile. It is designed to mount and/or support a structural member, or a group of structural members in a proper position and to bear the stress imposed by the members being supported. It may have mounting provisions, such as slots, holes and/or attachments to facilitate installation. Excludes items which are primarily designed tfor dampening shock and/or vibration. Excludes BRACKET (as modified).
- What is a Missile-Bomb Guidance Computer? 212 Items
- AMissile-Bomb Guidance Computer(COMPUTER,MISSILE-BOMB GUIDANCE) is a computer utilizing electronic data received from on board detecting devices to calculate and alter the directional course of travel to establish a collision course with an airborne or surface target. Excludes COMPUTER, GUIDANCE and COMPUTER, TARGET INTERCEPT.
- What is a Guided Missile Target Detector? 38 Items
- AGuided Missile Target Detector(DETECTOR,TARGET,GUIDED MISSILE) is an active optical-electronic target-sensing device used with fuzing components of a guided missile. Provides active proximity fuzing capability. For electronic target detectors that are an integral component of a warhead see TARGET DETECTING DEVICE, FUZE.
- What is a Gyro Stabilized Platform? 25 Items
- AGyro Stabilized Platform(PLATFORM,GYRO STABILIZED) is provides gimbaling, environment and mounting facilities for the inertial instruments in missile guidance sets.
- What is a Guided Missiles Modification Kit? 1645 Items
- AGuided Missiles Modification Kit(MODIFICATION KIT,GUIDED MISSILES) is an item or items employed individually or conjunctively to modify guided missiles.
- What is a Mounting Plate? 66 Items
- AMounting Plate(PLATE,MOUNTING) is a metallic or nonmetallic item which is rigid, flat and generally smooth. Its thickness is small in comparison to its length and width. It is designed for mounting another item and may have drilled or threaded holes or other facilities for mounting to a supporting object or surface. See SUPPORT, as modified. Do not use if a more specific name applies.
- What is an Airframe Structural Panel? 209 Items
- AnAirframe Structural Panel(PANEL,STRUCTURAL,AIRFRAME) is a preformed item which may be any shape, having a sandwich or honeycomb core bonded to a metallic or nonmetallic facing material. It is used to enclose any portion of the fuselage or to fabricate partitions or compartments within a wing, empennage, fuselage or nacelle. It may have holes drilled or cut to accommodate items, but will have no items mounted on it, except bracket(s) or other facilities for its own mounting or support. It may be mounted by fasteners, bonding, or welding. Excludes COVER, ACCESS; FLOOR (1), AIRCRAFT; CORE MATERIAL, CELLULAR, STRUCTURAL; COVER, ACCESS, GUIDED MISSILE; PANEL, STRUCTURAL, AIRCRAFT.
- What is a Guided Missile Component Heat Shield? 67 Items
- AGuided Missile Component Heat Shield(SHIELD,HEAT,GUIDED MISSILE COMPONENT) is a fireproof item specially designed to conform to the external contours of a guided missile for protection from heat. See INSULATION (as modified).
- What is a Guidance Set? 51 Items
- AGuidance Setis a fixed number of components and/or items, not all having the same basic name, which are required for the performance of a complete specific operational function. May exclude certain operating components supplied separately or already present at the time of usage. Designed to direct an object in flight.
- What is a Guidance Set Receiver-Transmitter? 41 Items
- AGuidance Set Receiver-Transmitter(RECEIVER-TRANSMITTER,GUIDANCE SET) is a single item, which is a major component of a GUIDANCE SET, having the dual function of generating electromagnetic energy or signals for transmission, and of receiving, demodulating, coding and decoding intelligence required to change the flight path or trajectory of a guided object. Excludes RECEIVER-TRANSMITTER, RADAR and RECEIVER-TRANSMITTER, RADIO. See also TRANSPONDER SET.
- What is an Aircraft Ordnance Suspension Lug? 30 Items
- AnAircraft Ordnance Suspension Lug(LUG,SUSPENSION,AIRCRAFT ORDNANCE) is an item consisting of a steel forging with one or more mounting holes or a threaded base for attachment to a bomb, bomb cluster adapter, armament pod, munition dispensers, and the like, to provide connecting means for suspension in internal and external aircraft stations.
- What is a Guided Missile Fin Actuator? 16 Items
- AGuided Missile Fin Actuator(ACTUATOR,FIN,GUIDED MISSILE) is an item used to position the flight control surfaces for in flight course adjustment.
- What is a Guided Missile Tailcone? 19 Items
- AGuided Missile Tailcone(TAILCONE,GUIDED MISSILE) is a conically-shaped or cylindrical-shaped item attached to a guided missile tail structure with appropriate skinning to form a TAIL, GUIDED MISSILE.
- What is a Dummy Guided Missile Dummy Nose Section? 10 Items
- ADummy Guided Missile Dummy Nose Section(DUMMY NOSE SECTION,DUMMY GUIDED MISSILE) is an inert item corresponding in shape and size to a NOSE SECTION, GUIDED MISSILE, which is exclusively or predominantly designed to develop skill in the techniques of assembling it with other sections of a DUMMY GUIDED MISSILE. The item does not contain internal functional components and contains ballast. For inert nose components which exclusively or predominantly form a component part of a GUIDED MISSILE (1), TRAINING see NOSE SECTION, GUIDED MISSILE, TRAINING.
- What is a Calendered Wrap? 12 Items
- ACalendered Wrap(WRAP,CALENDERED) is a protective sheet material applied to the exterior of a missile to improve performance in a hostile environment.
- What is a Guided Missile Component Kit? 37 Items
- AGuided Missile Component Kit(COMPONENT KIT,GUIDED MISSILE) is a component kit which may contain: shipping and storage container, receiver transmitter, fins, wings, mounting devices, and the like. This kit excludes PROPULSION SECTION, GUIDED MISSILE and WARHEAD SECTION, as modified.
- What is a Guided Missile Payload Section Assembly? 28 Items
- AGuided Missile Payload Section Assembly(PAYLOAD SECTION ASSEMBLY,GUIDED MISSILE) is a unit that contains the equipment used to deliver and disperse the submunitions. It is attached to the forward section of a guided missile and may or may not contain submunitions. See also WARHEAD SECTION, SUBMUNITION and WARHEAD, GUIDED MISSILE, HIGH EXPLOSIVE.
- What is a Guided Missile Electro-Optical Seeker Section? 13 Items
- AGuided Missile Electro-Optical Seeker Section(SEEKER SECTION,ELECTRO-OPTICAL,GUIDED MISSILE) is a portion of a guided missile specifically designed for seeking out a target by use of electro-optical television targeting. Location of the target is then translated into homing command signals by related equipment. Excludes SEEKER SECTION, LASER, GUIDED MISSILE; SEEKER SECTION, INFRARED, GUIDED MISSILE; and SEEKER SECTION, RADAR, GUIDED MISSILE.
- What is a Guided Missile Inertial Measurement Device? 11 Items
- AGuided Missile Inertial Measurement Device(INERTIAL MEASUREMENT DEVICE,GUIDED MISSILE) is an electromechanical and/or electronic, self-contained, automatically controlling device. It is designed to be mounted on the body or contained within the guidance section of an air launched missile. Its funtion is to measure linear acceleration, angular rate, delta-velocity and delta-altitude. It contains sensors, accelerometers, gyroscopes and the like. Excludes INERTIAL NAVICATION SYSTEM.
- What is a Guided Missile Section Interface Adapter? 28 Items
- AGuided Missile Section Interface Adapter(ADAPTER,INTERFACE,GUIDED MISSILE SECTION) is an adapter that provides mechanical mounting provisions for connecting a missile guidance section, altimeter, umbilical assembly, propulsion module, antennas, propulsion interface assembly, strake assemblies, adapter harness assembly, flight test configuration hardware, and conduit assembly to a warhead or airfoil section. It also can provide access for the guidance module tracker select switch, boresight adjustments and mating of electrical connectors.
- What is a Guided Missile Body Section? 385 Items
- AGuided Missile Body Section(BODY SECTION,GUIDED MISSILE) is an item which comprises a portion of a guided missile, and when used in conjunction with a Warhead Section(s) and other guided missile body sections forms a complete guided missile. Excludes WARHEAD SECTION (as modified).
- What is a Missile Guidance Set Control? 54 Items
- AMissile Guidance Set Control(CONTROL,MISSILE GUIDANCE SET) is a control that determines the mode of operation of a MISSILE GUIDANCE SET.
- What is a Guided Missile Control Surface Assembly? 41 Items
- AGuided Missile Control Surface Assembly(CONTROL SURFACE ASSEMBLY,GUIDED MISSILE) is an assembled item usually consisting of a fin, initial control rudder, stabilizer, and a servomechanism. May also include mounting hardware, receiving, and/or transmitting antennas. For items consisting of two or more control surface assemblies, see CONTROL SURFACES KIT, GUIDED MISSILE. See also FIN, GUIDED MISSILE; RUDDER, INITIAL CONTROL, GUIDED MISSILE and STABILIZER (as modified).
- What is a Missile Guidance Set Flight Controller? 17 Items
- AMissile Guidance Set Flight Controller(CONTROLLER,FLIGHT,MISSILE GUIDANCE SET) is a specifically designed, manually preset item for controlling a guided missile in pitch, yaw, and roll, through a missile guidance set, prior to acquisition by remote command guidance. For items which control only altitude and dive angle, see CONTROL, ALTITUDE, GUIDED MISSILE. Excludes CONTROLLER, FLIGHT, AUTOMATIC PILOT.
- What is a Core Memory Unit? 40 Items
- ACore Memory Unitis an electronic item which accepts and systematically retains digital or analog input data in such a manner as to facilitate rapid recovery of the stored information. The item consists of one or more memory array frames and wound magnetic cores. It may include core selector circuitry, signal drivers, and memory address register. See also MAGNETIC DRUM, DATA STORAGE.
- What is a Decoder-Receiver? 19 Items
- ADecoder-Receiveris a component which performs the dual functions of receiving and/or intercepting impulses transmitted in accordance with a predetermined combination and converting them into an electronic command signal.
- What is a Guided Missile Tunnel Section Fairing? 60 Items
- AGuided Missile Tunnel Section Fairing(FAIRING,GUIDED MISSILE TUNNEL SECTION) is a tunnel-shaped, tapered item with supporting and/or connecting link(s), designed to close the end(s) of a TUNNEL SECTION, GUIDED MISSILE forming a streamlined surface for reducing air resistance.
- What is a Guided Missile Rocket Engine Fairing? 14 Items
- AGuided Missile Rocket Engine Fairing(FAIRING,ROCKET ENGINE,GUIDED MISSILE) is a cylindrical shaped item specifically designed to partially or fully inclose a rocket engine airframe section of a guided missile to reduce air resistance.
- What is a Rocket Motor Fairing? 36 Items
- ARocket Motor Fairing(FAIRING,ROCKET MOTOR) is an item specifically designed to provide aerodynamic streamlining between a ROCKET MOTOR and other section(s) of a guided missile or rocket. Excludes FAIRING, NOZZLE, ROCKET.
- What is a Guided Missile Fin? 286 Items
- AGuided Missile Fin(FIN,GUIDED MISSILE) is a movable airfoil, forming a part and/or all of the main directional control surfaces of a missile. It is usually perpendicular or approximately perpendicular to the longitudinal axis of the missile. Its function is to maintain uniformity of direction and to aid in the control of yaw, pitch, and roll of a guided missile in flight.
- What is a Guided Missile Launching Shoe? 42 Items
- AGuided Missile Launching Shoe(LAUNCHING SHOE,GUIDED MISSILE) is an irregular shaped item specifically designed for mating with the rail(s) or support of a guided missile launcher to impart the rotary or straight motion required to maintain stability of a guided missile in flight. The item may be a component part of the launcher, or the guided missile. Excludes SUPPORT, GUIDED MISSILE.
- What is a Guided Missile Nose Section? 104 Items
- AGuided Missile Nose Section(NOSE SECTION,GUIDED MISSILE) is the extreme forward portion of a guided missile, designed to contain instrumentation, spotting charges and/or fuzing or arming devices, may/may not include(s) guidance subassemblies, but does not contain the payload. It is usually tapered to rounded for ease of atmosphere penetration. Excludes BODY SECTION, GUIDED MISSILE; and WARHEAD SECTION (as modified) . See also RADOME; ANTENNA; and ANTENNA ASSEMBLY.
- What is a Horizontal Stabilizer? 20 Items
- AHorizontal Stabilizer(STABILIZER,HORIZONTAL) is a fixed horizontal airfoil, forming a part of the main directional control surfaces, parallel or approximately parallel to the lateral axis of an aircraft, guided missile or rocket. The functional purpose of the horizontal stabilizer is to maintain uniformity of motion in relation to the lateral axis in flight.
- What is a Vertical Stabilizer? 14 Items
- AVertical Stabilizer(STABILIZER,VERTICAL) is a fixed vertical airfoil, forming a part of the main directional control surfaces, perpendicular or approximately perpendicular to the longitudinal axis of an aircraft, guided missile, or rocket. The functional purpose of the vertical stabilizer is to maintain uniformity of motion in relation to the longitudinal axis in flight.
- What is a Guided Missile Wing Assembly? 204 Items
- AGuided Missile Wing Assembly(WING ASSEMBLY,GUIDED MISSILE) is an aeronautical structure designed to maintain a guided missile in stable flight. It consists of all panels, sections, fastening devices, chords,and spars, necessary for a complete wing assembly. It may or may not have plumbing accessories and/or electrical components. May include control surfaces and/or rolleron assembly, Excludes WING PANEL (as modified) and WING SECTION (as modified).
- What is a Guided Missile Guidance Section? 534 Items
- AGuided Missile Guidance Section(GUIDANCE SECTION,GUIDED MISSILE) is an item which includes all or a major portion of the necessary mechanical (except for the fins) and/or electrical and/or electronic components on items used to effect guidance of the missile in flight. Excludes BODY SECTION, GUIDED MISSILE and NOSE SECTION, GUIDED MISSILE. See also WARHEAD SECTION, GUIDED MISSILE, (as modified).
- What is a Guided Missile Guidance Section Group? 71 Items
- AGuided Missile Guidance Section Group(GUIDANCE SECTION GROUP,GUIDED MISSILE) is a group which is a portion of a GUIDANCE SECTION, GUIDED MISSILE. Excludes NOSE SECTION, GUIDED MISSILE.
- What is a Guided Missile Infrared Seeker Section? 55 Items
- AGuided Missile Infrared Seeker Section(SEEKER SECTION,INFRARED,GUIDED MISSILE) is a portion of a guided missile specifically designed for seeking out a target by use of infrared emmissions. Location of the target is then translated into homing command signals by related equipment. Excludes SEEKER SECTION, ELECTRO-OPTICAL, GUIDED MISSILE; SEEKER SECTION, RADAR, GUIDED MISSILE; and SEEKER SECTION, LASER, GUIDED MISSILE.
- What is a Special Purpose Thermal Insulation? 303 Items
- ASpecial Purpose Thermal Insulation(INSULATION,THERMAL,SPECIAL PURPOSE) is an item composed of natural or synthetic material in various shapes and sizes. It is specifically designed to provide insulation for the outer skin and/or internal components of missiles, bombs, and the like, against the affect of aerodynamic heating and/or operating heat. See also INSULATION, THERMAL, AIRCRAFT.
- What is a Guided Missile Components Protective Cover? 245 Items
- AGuided Missile Components Protective Cover(COVER,PROTECTIVE,GUIDED MISSILE COMPONENTS) is a fabricated reusable, plastic or metallic cover of various shapes specifically designed to fully or partially inclose missile components for protection from dust and moisture. It is designed to cover such items as engines, engine accessories, turbines, pumps, and the like. Excludes covers for guided missiles and for guided missile sections and COVER, ACCESS, GUIDED MISSILE COMPONENTS.
- What is a Guided Missile Control Surface? 37 Items
- AGuided Missile Control Surface(CONTROL SURFACE,GUIDED MISSILE) is an airfoil designed to maintain a guided missile in a nose-first flight attitude when installed in a fixed position. It is not capable of movement(s) to alter flight path. It may be canted to impart spin stabilization. For movable items, see FIN, GUIDED MISSLE. For fixed items having a movable portion attached, see CONTROL SURFACE ASSEMBLY, GUIDED MISSILE. Excludes FIN, ROCKET MOTOR; STABILIZER, HORIZONTAL; STABILIZER, VERTICAL; and RUDDER, INITIAL CONTROL, GUIDED MISSILE.
- What is a Guided Missile Control Section? 103 Items
- AGuided Missile Control Section(CONTROL SECTION,GUIDED MISSILE) is an item which includes the components necessary to effect control of a guided missile in flight. It forms a portion of the outer case of the missile.
- What is a Guided Missile Radar Seeker Section? 14 Items
- AGuided Missile Radar Seeker Section(SEEKER SECTION,RADAR,GUIDED MISSILE) is a portion of a guided missile specifically designed for seeking out a target by active radar detection. Location of the target is then translated into homing command signals by related equipment. Excludes SEEKER SECTION, ELECTRO-OPTICAL, GUIDED MISSILE; SEEKER SECTION, LASER, GUIDED MISSILE; and SEEKER SECTION, INFRARED, GUIDED MISSILE.