From: Geoff Cashman
==
Charismatic Autonomous Terminator (CAT)
The Mark I Charismatic Autonomous Terminator (CAT) system is a family of
intelligent, stealthy, terminal-homing mouse-seeking missiles featuring
multi-sensor targeting with dual night-vision devices, and neural-net
architecture.
The CAT's self-righting inertial platform allows launch from any attitude.
Integrated multi-aspect attack profile with indefinite-loiter mode insure a
wide lethality envelope. Upon target engagement, the CAT deploys four
clusters of retractable submunitions in addition to the primary warhead,
providing an enhanced radius of destruction.
The CAT uses regular or exotic solid or liquid fuel and is equipped with a
low-signature exhaust-obscuration system. Firmware and connectors compatible
with any unit of the Mark I series guarantee unlimited expansion capability,
making the CAT system a cost-effective countermeasure to the projected
spectrum of rodent-threat scenarios well into the next century.
The CAT is now available* from Acme Anti-Roadrunner Systems Division of
McDonald Dynamics. See us at the Paris Air Show, Tom Clancy's next movie, or
contact Frank Reid for immediate free delivery.
* Cannot be shipped to Iran or North Korea.
=====
The Mark I Charismatic Autonomous Terminator (CAT)
from Moggycat
==
British Purrospace Product Description Document
The Mark I Charismatic Autonomous Terminator (CAT) system is part of a
family of intelligent, stealthy, terminal-homing mouse-seeking missiles
featuring multi-sensor targeting with twin uncooled day/night-vision
devices, multi-frequency mobile sound-sensitive antennas, vibration
detectors, full-range olfactory capability and a fully integrated neural-net
architecture allowing intelligent strategy selection during multi-mode
operation. Unlike the Lethal Independently Operational Neutraliser (LION),
the CAT is compact, controllable, user-friendly and comes in a variety of
external finishes and colours to ensure full camouflage during in-the-field
operation.
The CAT is built around a self-righting inertial platform mounted on four
legs, each with full suspension, terminated in clawed and padded feet for
excellent traction on all types of terrain. Its novel bio-gyroscope allows
launch from any attitude and forms part of the self-righting mechanism in
the unlikely event that the unit should tip or fall. A 12 inch tapered
cylindrical rudder mounted above the exhaust port provides additional
stability and counterbalances the unit during high-speed manoeuvring. Full
speed can be attained immediately upon launch.
The highly flexible multi-jointed frame, bio-gyroscopes and rudder permit
incredible manoeuvring when in pursuit mode. The legs provide adjustable
height allowing the Mark I CAT to pass beneath obstructions during
ground-hugging manoeuvres.
In addition to multiple sensors and a powerful Actual Intelligence
processor, the Mark I CAT features an impressive array of advanced weaponry,
making it possibly the most versatile item in our wide range of Predator
Class Products. Integrated multi-aspect attack profile with
indefinite-loiter mode, full stealth technology and lock-on-target-tracking
ensure a wide lethality envelope. Upon target engagement, the CAT deploys
four clusters of retractable submunitions in addition to the primary
warhead, providing an enhanced radius of destruction. Weapons deployment can
be delayed indefinitely while in ambush mode.
The Mark I CAT uses regular or exotic solid or liquid fuel and is equipped
with a low-signature exhaust-obscuration system. Premium grade fuel is
recommended for optimum operation with minimal wastage, but the unit gives
adequate performance on economy grade fuels (with increased emissions)
making it suitable for use in sub-optimum conditions. A low-frequency
localised vibration signal indicates that the unit is fully operational.
Movement of the terminal rudder while the unit is at rest indicates
readiness for deployment.
Firmware and connectors compatible with any unit of the Mark I series
guarantee unlimited expansion capability, making the CAT system a
cost-effective countermeasure to the projected spectrum of rodent-threat
scenarios well into the next century. Advanced systems are capable of
vertical take-off and limited flight, making them effective against
low-flying avian threats. Although the overall unit is not water-resistant,
the paired front legs with their retractable grapples (5 per leg, terminal
mount only) are fully waterproof and may occasionally be deployed from the
shoreline against piscines.
The Enhanced Mark II CAT features a limited range of Anti-Canine features at
no additional cost! This comprises high-speed emission of air, with or
without addition of an aqueous repellent, from the forward-facing fuel
intake port. In this mode the antennas are fully folded into the stow
position and the twin visual inputs will be partially stowed to reduce
damageable surface area. The retractable grapples on the forward pair of
legs may be additionally deployed while the overall surface texture may
change from smooth to bristled to indicate full engagement of this mode.
The CAT can be seen behind the main pavilion at the Farnborough Air Show and
is available from British Purrospace, please contact Pete in the spares
warehouse for immediate free delivery of extensively tested, battle-ready
Mark I CATs (various colours/sizes) with excellent track records against
both rodent and avian targets. Hurry - future supplies will be strictly
limited following the arrival of a crack squad of trap-neuter-return
operatives!