A defensive flare provides an infrared source intended to draw a heat-seeking threat away from the aircraft. Infrared radiation lies beyond the visible part of the spectrum, so a photograph of bright flare trails shows only part of the countermeasure’s effect.
The BBU-36/B serves the deployment function. The flare payload produces the infrared output. Keeping those roles clear explains why a dispenser cartridge and the countermeasure it releases are separate parts of the aircraft’s protective equipment.
Valor manufactures the BBU-36/B as part of its impulse-cartridge range. The product designation identifies the cartridge, while the associated equipment defines its required configuration and application.
