 They consist of (from front to rear) the radome, guidance section, warhead section, propulsion section, and control actuator section.The radome is made of slip-cast fused silica approximately thick, with nickel alloy tip, and a composite base attachment ring bonded to the slip cast fused silica and protected by a molded silicone rubber ring.The radome provides an aerodynamic shape for the missile and microwave window and thermal protection for the RF seeker and electronic components.