Question

What type of fuze is energized after the projectile is fired and functions when the projectile nears the target

Answer 1

Proximity or variable time fuze

Step-by-step explanation:

A fuze are components that produces a projectile bursting charge, thereby causing a detonating or release when its activation conditions are met.

There are different types of fuzes classified based on their function. Types are:

1. Time fuzes: This is a type of fuze that start to work after a projectile has been fired
2. Proximity or variable time fuze: This type of fuze is energized after the projectile is fired and function when the projectile nears the target.
3. Percussion fuze: This type of fuze function when the projectile strike or penetrate a target.