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gptkbp:instance_of
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gptkb:missile
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gptkbp:can_contain
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gptkb:TNT
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gptkbp:ceiling
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15,000 m
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gptkbp:combat_role
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air superiority
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gptkbp:countermeasures
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flare resistant
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gptkbp:deployment
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naval and air force units
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gptkbp:design_purpose
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short-range engagement
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gptkbp:developed_by
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gptkb:Raytheon
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gptkbp:development
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1950s
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gptkbp:diameter
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0.127 m
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gptkbp:fighting_style
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gptkb:Vietnam_War
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gptkbp:guidance_system
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terminal guidance
active infrared
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gptkbp:historical_significance
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first successful infrared homing missile.
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https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label
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AIM-9 B Sidewinder
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gptkbp:impact
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significant in air combat history
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gptkbp:influence
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design of modern missiles
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gptkbp:inspiration
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AIM-9 Sidewinder family
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gptkbp:integration
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compatible with various aircraft systems
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gptkbp:introduced_in
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gptkb:1956
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gptkbp:is_targeted_at
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gptkb:aircraft
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gptkbp:is_tested_for
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extensive flight tests
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gptkbp:launch_platform
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gptkb:fighter_aircraft
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gptkbp:launch_window
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rail or pylon
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gptkbp:launched
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up to 90 degrees
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gptkbp:legacy
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foundation for future missiles
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gptkbp:length
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2.87 m
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gptkbp:manufacturer
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gptkb:Mc_Donnell_Douglas
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gptkbp:modifications
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various upgrades over time
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gptkbp:notable_users
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gptkb:NATO_countries
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gptkbp:operational_range
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up to 20 km
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gptkbp:operational_status
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retired from active service in many countries
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gptkbp:performance
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highly effective against fast-moving targets
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gptkbp:price
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approximately $10,000
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gptkbp:propulsion
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solid rocket motor
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gptkbp:provides_guidance_on
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infrared homing
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gptkbp:range
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18 km
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gptkbp:retirement
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replaced by newer models
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gptkbp:safety_features
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self-destruct mechanism
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gptkbp:service_history
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1956-present
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gptkbp:speed
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Mach 2.5
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gptkbp:stealth_features
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limited radar cross-section
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gptkbp:successor
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AIM-9 L Sidewinder
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gptkbp:targets
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passive infrared detection
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gptkbp:training
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used in training exercises
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gptkbp:used_by
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gptkb:United_States_Armed_Forces
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gptkbp:user_countries
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various countries worldwide
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gptkbp:variant
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multiple variants developed
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gptkbp:warhead_type
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high-explosive
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gptkbp:weight
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85 kg
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gptkbp:wingspan
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0.61 m
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gptkbp:bfsParent
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gptkb:The_Sidewinder_(original_version)
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gptkbp:bfsLayer
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7
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