Cold Launch Technology Lets Submarines Fire Ballistic Missiles Safely
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·1 viewsSubmarine-launched ballistic missiles (SLBMs) use a 'cold launch' method that has become the global standard for safe underwater missile deployment. This technique ejects missiles from the submarine using high-pressure gas, ensuring rocket engines ignite only after the missile has cleared the vessel. The approach eliminates the risk of an onboard engine ignition, protecting both the submarine and its crew. Developed during the Cold War, the technology significantly strengthened nuclear deterrence by enabling stealthy underwater launches. Modern SLBMs, including India's K-4 missile, incorporate this cold launch system as a core design feature.
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