Missile-Warning Satellites

Missile-warnings satellites are specialized space-based systems designed to detect and monitor missile launches, particularly intercontinental ballistic missiles (ICBMs) and other offensive missile threats. These satellites use infrared sensors to detect the heat signature produced by a missile’s rocket during its launch phase. The primary function of missile-warning satellites is to provide early warning of missile attacks to enable timely defensive responses and to enhance national security. They are a crucial component of a country’s missile defense system, contributing to situational awareness and informing military and governmental decision-making in the event of potential threats.