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What type of ammunition required a time fuze?
What type of ammunition required a time fuze?
- Shells filled with high explosive (correct)
- Programmable time fuzes
- Proximity fuzes
- Solid cannonballs
What technological advancements led to the introduction of electronic fuzing systems post-World War 2?
What technological advancements led to the introduction of electronic fuzing systems post-World War 2?
- Proximity fuzes
- Solid cannonballs
- Microelectronics (correct)
- Inertial navigation systems
What features does the MOFA fuze for artillery offer?
What features does the MOFA fuze for artillery offer?
- Incorporating microelectronics and GPS
- Proximity and point-detonation settings (correct)
- Solid cannonballs or shot
- Simple mechanical devices
What do smart fuzes incorporating microelectronics, GPS, and inertial navigation systems offer?
What do smart fuzes incorporating microelectronics, GPS, and inertial navigation systems offer?
What is the purpose of the Multi-Option Fuze for Artillery (MOFA) in combat scenarios?
What is the purpose of the Multi-Option Fuze for Artillery (MOFA) in combat scenarios?