launch capsule
{{Short description|Naval weapon device}}
A launch capsule is a device used to propel a submarine-launched missile or drone to the ocean surface.{{cite news |title=DSEI 2023: SpearUAV rolls out drone launcher system for submarines |url=https://www.shephardmedia.com/news/uv-online/dsei-2023-spearuav-unveils-drone-launch-system-for-submarines/ |access-date=8 November 2024 |work=Shepherd Media |date=19 September 2024 |language=en}} Upon reaching the ocean surface, the launch capsule is jettisoned, and the missile continues its journey, propelled by its booster motor.{{cite news |title=SSBN Triomphant Class |url=https://www.naval-technology.com/projects/triomphant/?cf-view |access-date=8 November 2024 |work=Naval Technology |date=3 May 2001}}