Abstract: A defensive interceptor missile is provided for defending a target against a radar-homing attack missile. A Missile Anti-Ship Kill Enhancement System (MASKES) comprises a defensive missile with digital RF memory device for (a) receiving radar signals from an attack missile, (b) processing received attack missile signals, and (c) transmitting amplified, Doppler shifted signals toward the attack missile such that the attack missile would interpret signals as being reflected off ship and target the source of the reflective signal, the defensive interceptor missile.

Abstract: A method for guiding an intercept vehicle to intercept a ballistic target includes conceptual setup of a line-of-sight (LOS) extending between the vehicles. The interceptor is accelerated in a direction perpendicular to the LOS until its velocity in that direction equals that of the target. At this time, the thrust of the interceptor accelerates it along the line-of-sight, thereby guaranteeing an intercept.