Why It's So Difficult to Build a Ballistic Missile

The video discusses the complexities of intercontinental ballistic missiles (ICBMs), focusing on North Korea's missile tests and the engineering challenges involved in creating these weapons. It explains the principles of nuclear reactions, including fission and fusion, and the difficulties of missile reentry and trajectory modeling. The video concludes with a discussion on the potential future threats posed by ICBMs and the importance of understanding these technologies.

What are ICBMs and why are they considered dangerous?

Discuss the implications of North Korea's missile testing.

Explain the engineering challenges involved in building ICBMs.

How do engineers balance weight and distance in missile design?

What is the significance of miniaturization in nuclear warheads?

Describe the process of fission and fusion in nuclear weapons.

What are the methods used to protect ICBMs during reentry?