dumb bombs
Unpowered free-fall ordnance
Dumb bombs are unguided munitions that fall by gravity alone, lacking the electronic guidance systems of "smart" bombs.
They follow a ballistic trajectory once released, making accuracy dependent on altitude, speed, and release timing.
The military used dumb bombs before precision-guided munitions became standard.
Still used when targets are large or collateral damage is less of a concern.
- ordnanceMilitary weapons collectively
- weaponsTools for fighting
- conventional weaponsNon-WMD military equipment
- free-fallsFalls under gravity alone
- munitionsMilitary weapons and ammunition
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