CDC Vol 1, 011 - 014 Specific Radar Sensors Flashcards
- In what frequency range does the ARSR–4 operate?
1,215–1,400 MHz
- How does the ARSR–4 radar increase weather processing capabilities?
It incorporates a completely separate weather channel and processing path apart from target channels.
- Where have the ARSR–4 radars been installed?
Around the periphery of:
- CONUS
- Hawaii
- Guam
- Guantanamo Bay
- Cuba
What does the ARSR-4 program consists of?
44 operational systems deployed around the periphery of CONUS, Hawaii, Guam, Guantanamo Bay, and Cuba
The ARSR-4 increased the range of detection from the 200nm range of the old radar to what? (Hint: what is the max range of the ARSR-4)
From 200nm to 250nm
What is the frequency range of the ARSR-4 and what band is that?
- 1215-1400 MHz
- Delta Band
The ARSR-4 phased-feed-array assembly allows for the formation of ___ (Number) of ___ degree elevation receiver beams?
- 10
- 2 degree elevation beams
(This question needs work)
How many RPMs does the ARSR-4 spin?
5 RPMs
The ARSR-4 program is a joint program between what to agencies?
- DoD
- FAA
What radar system supports defense of our national airspace and provides initial coastal civil air traffic control?
the ARSR-4 program
What does the TPS-75 use to provide simultaneous range and height information on a target?
Slotted waveguide, stacked -beam antenna
What is the primary reason for using a planar-array antenna on the TPS-75 radar?
To substantially lower side lobes
On the TPS-75, how many slotted waveguide radiators are there?
48
On the TPS-75, how many slotted waveguide radiators are in the lower array assembly and how many are in the upper array assembly?
- Lower has 28
- Upper has 20
On the TPS-75, of the 28 radiators, how many radiators are used to produce the transmited beam?
22 radiators
On the TPS-75, how many of the waveguide radiators are used to receive radar returns?
All 48 radiators
What degrees in height and range does the TPS-75 provide?
- 20 degrees in height
- 240 nm in range
What part of the TPS-75 establishes the proper phase and amplitude of the transmited signal?
The manifold
What part of the TPS-75 contains the bull gear, the main bearing, the azimuth rotary joint, and certain other electrical/mechanical devices such as the cables and sensors?
The pedestal assembly
What is the bull gear driven by?
The antenna drive motor
Whow many times does the TPS-75 rotate a minute?
6.5 times (6.5 rpm)
What is the range of distance that can be used between the radar shelter and the antenna pallet?
7 to 21 feet
What is the frequency range of both the FPS-117 and the FPS-124 and what is their frequency band?
- 1200-1415 MHz
- Delta band
What is the distance and altitude range of the FPS-117?
- 200 nm
- 100,000 feet
How long does it take the FPS-117 to revolve 360 degrees?
12 seconds
How many preset frequencies can the FPS-117 frequency -hop?
18 preset frequencies
What radars provide a perimeter defense for Norther American from over the North Pole?
FPS-117
Where are the sites of the FPS-117 located?
- Alaska
- Canada
- Iceland
Where are the sites fo the FPS-124?
- Alask
- Canada
What does the FPS-124 provide?
Short range radar detection to cover the gaps from the FPS-117.
What is the name of the system that protects NORADs norther boarder?
North Warning System (NWS)
What radar is an unattended, two-dimensional, short range radar in the North Warning System?
FPS-124
NOTE: two-dimensional is range azmith and range, no height information.
How many tracks can the FPS-124 report per scan?
20 tracks
The FPS-124 can detect tracks out to ___ miles and ___ feet?
- 10 miles
- 15,000 feet
With the FPS-124, how many jammers can the strobe processing handle at one time?
10 jammers
