Interceptor projectile with net and tether

This invention describes a defensive missile designed to stop incoming projectiles like RPGs. It flies towards the threat, then deploys a net that wraps around the incoming projectile. The missile body, which has its propulsion at the back, remains attached to the net by an elastic nylon tether, using its combined momentum to knock the threat off course and disable it.

Why it matters: Since 2008, advancements in lightweight, high-strength materials for nets and tethers, coupled with more precise ballistic deployment mechanisms, could significantly improve the reliability and effectiveness of this interceptor. This makes the physical interaction and disabling of fast-moving projectiles more feasible.

Status: Not in forceListed as no longer active. The specific reason is not in the record we hold.
How hard to build: SpecializedBallistic projectile, propulsion, net deployment, testing.

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