Date: Wednesday, 11 November 2011

Introduction to AN/TPQ-36/37 Radar Upgrade

q Introductionq Enhancementsq Existing/New Configuration (AN/TPQ-36)q Man Machine Interface (MMI)q Operational Test and Evaluation (OT&E)q Comparison Tableq AN/TPQ-37

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IntroductionIntersoft Electronics offers many field-proven Radar Upgrade solutions and the AN/TPQ-36 is no exception.

Whilst some companies offer solutions to obsolescence, Intersoft Electronics offers true system enhancements in addition to addressing obsolescence issues.

As such, our AN/TPQ-36 upgrade solution provides the following benefits:1. Service Life Extension and maintenance tools2. Elimination of the existing Shelter Truck (reduction of spare parts)3. Enhanced Performance of the radar (better accuracy)4. Improved Safety for operations5. Improved Control, Monitoring and Display User features6. Real-life Operational Test and Evaluation

Enhancementsq The OCG Shelter is replaced entirely with:

● a new Radar Upgrade Processor (RUP) located inside Trailer ● a ruggedised Man Machine Interface (MMI) or remote large

screen workstation

q Improved Auto Terrain Following capabilities

q Improved ballistics calculations with incorporation of meteorological data

q Extractor/CAM solution on LAN

q Additional tools for antenna maintenance incorporated

Enhancements

q Weapon network integrations

q Possibility to ‘learn’ new weapons based on RAW recordings

q Frequency Sharing to enable multi-radar mode

q Real-life Operational, Test and Evaluation (OT&E) capability through use of Radar Target Generator (RTG698) and Tower Track

Existing Configuration

No Longer Required

New Configuration

Man Machine Interface (MMI)

Radar Upgrade Processor (RUP)

RUP (TPA909/TPR992)

TPA909 - Analyser

TPR992 - Receiver

Radar Upgrade Processor (RUP) consists of:

RUP Architecture

I/Q ReceiverIF Signals

I/O Interface Digital Board

Digital Signals

Analog Signals

I/Q Video

EmbeddedComputer

USB

SerialWatchdog

TPR992

RUP

TPA909

TCP/IP Network

RUP (TPA909/TPR992)

IF/COHO Signals

Data Signals

MMI Interface

MMI Featuresq Input from GeoTIFF, DTED and MetCMq Radar Configuration Data

■ Radar Name – ID (Important for multi-radar mode)■ Start/Stop Range and Azimuth■ Alignment settings■ Frequency, IPP, etc

q Operator controllable Search Fenceq Threat Zones, Markersq Action/Status Logging, RAW and Stream recordingq Multi-radar Mode

Zones and Markers

Radar Location

Fence Zone (Black area) Threat Zone (Red area)

Zones

Markers

Key Data

Threat Zone utilises an ‘intelligent’ PRF and scan time to improve accuracy and Probability of Detection

Radar ConfigurationKey Radar Alignment and Search Window Parameters

All can be preset before deployment

System Readiness

System Power On

Point Crosshairs to PTL

Press Align

2 Men, 15 Minutes to go Operational

Priority Sectors

All can be preset before deployment

Optional: Priority sectors within the main search fence if the fence is >90 degrees

Radar ControlsRadar Controls

Target Information

Trailer Status

Radar Configuration

Background Manager

Video Window

Automatic Terrain Follower

System Power On

Transmitter Reset

High Voltage On

Radiate

Operational ViewExample Track showing POO and POI

POI Zoom

Replay ModeExample Trajectory Display in Google Earth in Replay Mode

Record and Playback allows for Training and Post-Operational analysis

OT&E Equipment

Tower Track

Radar Target Generator (RTG)

OT&E Configuration

TIXRTG

Up-Down conversion Digital Delay Line

PC with controlling SW

Tower Track

Motor controllerRadar Under Test

PC , remote LAN control

Comparison TableDESCRIPTION CURRENT IE UPGRADE BENEFITS

Shelter Shelter contains Computer, Weapons Location Unit (WLU), Radar Buffer, Synchroniser, B-Scope, Signal Processor, Magnetic Tape Unit and Clock Distribution

Shelter removed. New Signal Processor mounted in 600x200x120mm housing within Trailer and Display is a Ruggedised laptop.

● Reduced maintenance with elimination of the Shelter

● Improved reliability through replacement of obsolete components

● Less Transport vehicles and associated costs

Operator Location Collocated with 40/50m cables

LAN to any location ● Safety for Personnel● Improved remote

operations visibilityPreventative and Corrective maintenance

Subject to local requirements and system integrity

Reduced through elimination of Trailer

● Improved reliability● Improved availability● Reduced man power

requirements for maintenance

Logistics costs Reduced Transportation, Reduced SparesReduced Repairs

● Significant cost savings

Comparison TableDESCRIPTION CURRENT IE UPGRADE BENEFITS

Set Up and Alignment 5 men, 20 minutes ½ man power, system ready timeframe reduced to 15 minutes

● Reduced man-power requirements

● Faster deployment readiness

Display Drums, B-scope Imported GeoTiff, DTED and MetCM data, 3D trajectory with Origin and Impact zones, programmable Friend and Hostile zones, programmable marker and track preferences.

● Greater operational usability

● Introduction of modern tools

Radar Configuration Lat/Long/Alt for Radar and PTL, Elevation mask, Target Mask ID

● Improved operational control and visibility

ATF Fixed Elevation across search fence

Programmable elevations across search fence

Comparison TableDESCRIPTION CURRENT IE UPGRADE BENEFITS

Detection range 24Km Increased 50% ● Greater operational visibility

Impact prediction accuracy 0.4% at 10Km Increased ● Improved operational outcomes

Recording Not available Continuous Raw and Data recordings for playback

● Improved training capability through playback of recorded data

Multi-radar mode Not available Incorporated to allow networking of multiple systems

● Provides expansion on current operational capabilities

Weapon ID Fixed Programmable profiles for new weapon types

● Greater operational usability

Training Tools Incorporation of Radar Target Generator and Tower Track

● Real RF trajectory input to provide ideal operator training in the operational environment

● Can provide all threat type profiles

AN/TPQ-37q Shelter hardware is compatible to the AN/TPQ-36q Preliminary design in discussion for differences in

Trailerq Further access for measurement and

documentation required to further development to realise the product

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