Joint Publication 1-02 DoD Dictionary of Military ... - AcqNotes.com

As Amended Through 15 August 2011
nuclear weapon — A complete assembly (i.e., implosion type, gun type, or thermonuclear
type), in its intended ultimate configuration which, upon completion of the prescribed
arming, fusing, and firing sequence, is capable of producing the intended nuclear
reaction and release of energy. (JP 3-11)
nuclear weapon(s) accident — An unexpected event involving nuclear weapons or
radiological nuclear weapon components that results in any of the following; a.
accidental or unauthorized launching, firing, or use by United States forces or United
States supported allied forces of a nuclear-capable weapon system that could create the
risk of an outbreak of war; b. nuclear detonation; c. nonnuclear detonation or burning
of a nuclear weapon or radiological nuclear weapon component; d. radioactive
contamination; e. seizure, theft, loss, or destruction of a nuclear weapon or radiological
nuclear weapon component, including jettisoning; and f. public hazard, actual or
implied.
nuclear weapons surety — Materiel, personnel, and procedures that contribute to the
security, safety, and reliability of nuclear weapons and to the assurance that there will
be no nuclear weapon accidents, incidents, unauthorized weapon detonations, or
degradation in performance at the target.
nuisance minefield — A minefield laid to delay and disorganize the enemy and to hinder
the use of an area or route. See also minefield. (JP 3-15)
numbered beach — In amphibious operations, a subdivision of a colored beach, designated
for the assault landing of a battalion landing team or similarly sized unit, when landed
as part of a larger force. (JP 3-02)
numbered fleet — A major tactical unit of the Navy immediately subordinate to a major
fleet command and comprising various task forces, elements, groups, and units for the
purpose of prosecuting specific naval operations. See also fleet.
numbered wave — See wave.
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