Testing begins on BAE Systems Artisan radar

Posted on 10 Sep 2013 by The Manufacturer

A new 3D radar capable of cutting through interference equal to 10,000 mobile phone signals, has commenced integration trials at a secret electromagnetic radar testing facility on the Isle of Wight.

The testing of the Artisan 3D radar, built by BAE Systems, is in advance of installation on the new Queen Elizabeth Class Aircraft Carriers (QEC), assembled in Rosyth, Scotland. The Artisan trials will test a series of integrated systems which include the provision of 3D air surveillance, target identification and air traffic management services for…

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