Results for tag: "Cluster Munition"

Cluster Munitions are a type of missile technology that disperse multiple submunitions, or bomblets, over a wide area. These bomblets are designed to explode on impact, causing significant damage to personnel and infrastructure. Cluster Munitions are typically used in anti-personnel and anti-armor operations, and are often employed in urban areas. The Cluster Munition market is a subset of the larger Missiles and Missiles Technology market. It is a highly specialized field, with a limited number of companies producing these weapons. Cluster Munitions are often used in conflict zones, and are subject to international regulations. Companies in the Cluster Munition market include Raytheon, Lockheed Martin, Northrop Grumman, and Boeing. These companies produce a variety of Cluster Munitions, ranging from small, hand-held weapons to large, air-launched missiles. Show Less Read more