The US created the sophisticated surface-to-air missile system known as the MIM-104 Patriot. Another term for it is the Patriot system. The initials "MIM" stand for "Mobile Interceptor Missile," and the number "104" represents the fact that it is the 104th missile in the arsenal of the United States Army.

The Patriot system has the ability to identify, track, and intercept a variety of threats, including aircraft, ballistic missiles, and cruise missiles. It has a phased-array radar system with 360-degree coverage that can watch multiple targets at once. The radar, which detects potential threats, directs the Patriot missiles toward their chosen targets.

Interceptor missiles are used by the Patriot system to engage and neutralize advancing threats. The PAC-2 and PAC-3 missiles are designed to precisely intercept and destroy flying targets. The PAC-3 variant is particularly effective against ballistic missiles thanks to its increased capabilities.
The United States and its allies have widely used the MIM-104 Patriot system throughout the world. It has shown to be useful at providing air defense during a number of conflicts. Over time, the system has undergone a number of changes to increase its functionality and stay up with new threats.

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