Weather radar FARAD

approachland-based

FARAD is a prototype electromagnetic measurement radar system which is designed to perform dynamic RCS measurements of high-speed low observable flying targets, including those featuring stealth technology. The system is customizable and expandable and only requires a short time to acquire accurate measurements. It is able to measure a wide range of targets, from full size aircraft and helicopters to very small unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs). The embedded target tracking capability is optimized for short range RCS dynamic measurement of flying targets. When being measured, the target aircraft flies planned trajectories and is automatically tracked by FARAD. The radar, tracking equipment and the cabin for its operators, and control and monitoring equipment, are all part of a rugged integrated system designed for all-weather outdoor use. They are self-powered, highly transportable and fast and easy to set up without the need of any preparation at the test site. FARAD can be utilized for a wide range of applications and by several types of user including aircraft and unmanned aerial vehicle manufacturers, air forces and Electronic Counter Measure (ECM) manufacturers: For the Final Acceptance Test of a new target For extraordinary maintenance during the target’s life cycle management For ordinary maintenance during the target’s life cycle management For the design, development and testing of ECM devices (jammers, chaff etc.) for the target’s self-protection FARAD can be deployed along a runway at an air force airbase and operated immediately after a take-off or immediately before a landing,