ELI5: Explain Like I'm 5

M712 Copperhead

Okay kiddo, have you heard of a special type of ammunition called the M712 Copperhead? It's kind of like a magic bullet that can steer itself to hit a target. Let me explain it to you like you're 5 years old.

Imagine you're playing a game of catch with your friend, but this ball is really special because it can change direction mid-air to hit the target you want. This is kind of like the M712 Copperhead. It's a bullet that can change its course to hit a specific target.

Now, you might be wondering how the bullet knows where to go. Well, the bullet actually has a little computer inside of it that tells it where to go. This is called a guidance system. It uses sensors to detect where the target is and how far away it is. Then, it adjusts its course to hit that target.

But wait, there's more! The M712 Copperhead also has fins on the back that help it steer. Just like how a bird uses its wings to change direction in flight, the fins on the bullet help it turn and move through the air.

So, why is this special bullet useful? Well, sometimes soldiers need to hit a specific target that's hard to reach or hidden behind something. The M712 Copperhead can fly around obstacles or hit targets that other bullets might miss.

But don't worry, little one, you don't need to worry about bullets like this in your everyday life. They're only used in very specific situations by trained professionals.