Multiple Kill Vehicle

A Multiple Kill Vehicle (MKV) is a missile defense technology designed to protect against multiple incoming threats, such as enemy missiles. It consists of several small, fast-acting projectiles housed within a single interceptor. When a missile threat is detected, the MKV is launched and then releases its individual kill vehicles, each capable of independently targeting and destroying specific incoming missiles. This approach allows a single missile to tackle multiple targets simultaneously, increasing defense efficiency and reducing the need for multiple launches. MKVs are part of advanced layered defense systems aimed at safeguarding against complex aerial assaults.