Ballistic Trajectory & Radar Horizon Lab
Simulate projectile launches, compare lofted tests with Minimum-Energy Trajectories (MET), evaluate radar line-of-sight over Earth's curvature, and export full flight telemetry.
Flight Profile Diagnosis
The trajectory exhibits standard SRBM characteristics consistent with theater tactical systems tested into adjacent maritime EEZ coordinates.
| Trajectory Type | Standard Ballistic |
|---|---|
| Energy Efficiency | 98.1% of Optimum |
| Terminal Re-entry Speed | Mach 4.9 (1.68 km/s) |
| Apogee to Range Ratio | 0.14 (Typical 0.20-0.25) |
Early Warning Radar Coverage
Earth curvature shields the initial boost phase. Acquisition occurs as the warhead penetrates the radar horizon envelope.
| Radar Station Model | EL/M-2080 / AN-TPY-2 |
|---|---|
| First Radar Contact | T+46s (Alt: 28 km) |
| LOS Horizon Cutoff | T+338s (Alt: 16 km) |
| Tracking Duration | 292 seconds |
Methodology: Keplerian Ballistic Mechanics & Lofted Tests
Why Countries Conduct Lofted Launches
When testing intercontinental or intermediate-range ballistic missiles without sovereign airspace clearance or ocean impact corridors, militaries launch at extreme angles (>75°). This sends the projectile thousands of kilometers into space while splashing down only a few hundred kilometers away into domestic maritime areas.
Minimum-Energy Trajectory (MET) Equivalence
By measuring burnout velocity and apogee from a lofted launch, defense analysts apply Keplerian orbital mechanics to derive the theoretical maximum range on a standard 35°–45° trajectory ($S_{max} \approx 4 R_E \arcsin\frac{v_{bo}}{\sqrt{2\mu/R_E}}$). This reveals true strike capability.
Radar Horizon & Earth Curvature
Microwave early warning radar operates via line-of-sight. The geometric horizon ($d \approx \sqrt{2 R_E h_r} + \sqrt{2 R_E h_t}$) conceals low-altitude flight. Depressed trajectories exploit this blind zone, while lofted missiles illuminate radar stations within seconds of stage separation.