Sensors 5

Question 1

VARIABLE Limiting Factors (target detection factors)?

Answer 1

1. Range (LOS only)
2. Size
3. Shape (More critical) Metal, concrete, rock, wood, earth, water,ice
4. Reflecting characteristics

Question 2

Give in order from strong @ weak return

Answer 2

Metal, concrete, rock, wood, earth, water,ice

Question 3

What are the CONSTANT Limiting Factors

Answer 3

1. RADAR power + PRF
2. Range Resolution (Narrow pulse = better)
3. Azimuth Resolution (Beam width)
4. Display resolution (Spot size)
5. Combined errors

Question 4

How do we do range determination in the TMT?

Answer 4

Use range rings and range selection. Bottom left of the DID.

Question 5

What is the cardinal effect?

Answer 5

Towns+Road are lined up N-S/E-O

Question 6

In LOS, bearing is True or Relative?

Answer 6

Relative

Question 7

When is bearing TRUE?

Answer 7

Mode is set to overlay or TDS only
RADAR mode set to TRUE
INS is on and serviceable
Only in the GTS and simulated ATS

Question 8

What are some factors affecting the detection range of a surface vessel on the ocean?

Answer 8

Size and shape of the vessel
Material composition
Sea state