Tag Archive for Mobile Radar

| June 18, 2015
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Israel’s newest radar system detects incoming from thousands of kilometers away

This more extensive model allows rapid & accurate identification of ballistic missiles launched from thousands of kilometers away, as well as enemy satellites.

By Yoav Zitun

 

Development of Israel’s largest radar system (and one of the world’s largest) was recently completed by Israel Aerospace Industries, and details of its design and capabilities have been released.

ULTRA C-22 Radar - IAI

ULTRA C-22 Radar – IAI

The radar system, called ULTRA-C1, is not expected to enter the IDF arsenal anytime soon – but like other radar systems developed by IAI, will possibly be used by Israel in the coming years.

The ULTRA-C1 system, which permits high-frequency scanning operations, including in surroundings with high electromagnetic density, comes in three configurations – regular, large, and very large, to meet every mission requirement. Continue Reading »

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| April 21, 2014
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Five Mind-Blowing Technological Wonders of the IDF

 

The Israel Defense Force is one of the most technologically advanced armies on the planet. Check out the IDF’s 5 most innovative weapons, (…at least the ones that we can tell you about) which help Israel’s soldiers on the battlefield every day.

Photos: IDF Spokesperson’s Office

 

1. The IDF Unmanned Ground Vehicle

The border with Gaza is one of Israel’s most tense regions. Hamas snipers, anti-tank missiles and explosives threaten IDF soldiers whose job it is to patrol the security fence on the border.

To counter these threats, the IDF has introduced the Guardium Unmanned Ground Vehicle (UGV), which patrols the Gaza fence around the clock. Continue Reading »

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