THAAD Exoatmospheric Kill Vehicle (EKV)

The THAAD Exoatmospheric Kill Vehicle (EKV) is a high-tech interceptor designed to destroy incoming ballistic missile warheads outside the Earth's atmosphere. It’s launched from a missile launcher and uses advanced sensors and radar guidance to detect, track, and collide with the target in space, preventing it from reaching its intended destination. The EKV operates autonomously, relying on its onboard sensors and algorithms to make real-time decisions. It is part of the Terminal High Altitude Area Defense (THAAD) system, providing critical defense against missile threats by intercepting them before they reach populated areas.