Kinetic bombardment "Rods from God" Kinetic bombardment, often referred to as "rods from God," is a military concept that involves using solid metal rods or projectiles to strike a target from space. These projectiles, typically made of dense materials like tungsten, are launched from orbit and rely on gravitational acceleration to achieve high velocities upon re-entry. The impact creates significant kinetic energy, resulting in explosive-like effects without the need for explosives. This method