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A '''fail-safe detonation system''' is a term that is used to explain the self destruct system of an incapacitated [[SPARTAN | A '''fail-safe detonation system''' is a term that is used to explain the self destruct system of an incapacitated [[SPARTAN programs|SPARTAN]]'s [[MJOLNIR Powered Assault Armor]]. Once a Spartan-II is killed or wounded fatally, the protocol will have to be enacted by either themselves or a nearby Spartan. This is done to avoid capture of the suit and/or the wearer for identification or technological study. It is likely the Mk. VI also has this capability, since the Mk. V is said to have one.<ref>'''[[Halo: First Strike]]''', ''page 315''</ref> | ||
==Effectiveness== | ==Effectiveness== |