L04 Flashcards
1
Q
What is the duty cycle of a radar?
A
The fraction of the total time that radio-frequency energy is radiated.
2
Q
What is the purpose of ARPA?
A
- Reduce the workload of observers by enabling them to automatically obtain information so that they can perform as well with multiple targets as they can by manually plotting.
- Provide continuous, accurate and rapid situational evaluation.
3
Q
What is the purpose of the X-Band radar?
A
Sarts
4
Q
What methods can be used to detect range on radar?
A
All of the above.
5
Q
What is rate aiding?
A
The movement for the target is recorded over a period of time, the processor gains confidence in the predicted movement of the target and reduces the size of the tracking gate applied to the target.
6
Q
What is true motion?
A
Your perception and f what is developing around your vessel (situational awareness)
