This facility allows a high-speed release of various missiles. Its main components are: a nitrogen gas powered cannon equipped with a "poppet valve", a confining tube, and electro-mechanical set-up to precisely measure the speed of the released missile. A modular design of MIF makes possible testing employing different missiles.  

For impact studies of tornado-generated missiles, the cannon is furnished with a long confining tube.  This arrangement allows for precise release of a standard  "tornado missile" - a 2 inch by 4 inch, 12 feet long timber plank. The missile speed in excess of 110 mph is achievable using this arrangement. A tested specimen is attached to a supporting frame placed at a distance of 6 feet from the exit of the confining tube.