Anti-aircraft missile system Red Sky 2
The Red Sky 2 SHORAD anti-aircraft missile system from Israel Military Industries is a modular system that integrates external sensors and man-portable air defense [left] [/ left] complexes (MANPADS). The system provides passive round-the-clock observation, automatic notification of target detection and strikes against designated targets, optimizing decision-making during shooting. Red Sky expands the capabilities of existing MANPADS systems, which are currently limited by the capabilities of a human operator. For example, Strela MANPADS (SA-7) and Eagle (SA-16 / 18) are capable of hitting targets for 5 km, but as a rule they are used only at a distance of 1.5-2 km, when the operator can confidently determine the target and has time to perform the pre-launch preparation. Red Sky provides detection and identification of targets at the effective range of the missile. The system is designed to integrate with various types of missile systems, including American (Stinger) and Russian (Strela, Igla, SA-7, 14, 16, 18, etc.) and their copies produced in many countries (Poland, China etc.). The system allows the use of these missiles and under adverse weather conditions, as well as in conditions of limited visibility, for example, in mountainous areas or urban development conditions.
Using an infrared scanner (Infra-Red Scanner, IRS), Red Sky can automatically detect and track multiple targets, while a separate on-board infrared forward viewing system (FLIR) located on the launcher and tracking module captures the selected targets. The command module as well as the control and communication modules are located in a lightweight mobile system. This compact system is designed to be used by just one operator, deployed with two more people. The system can be transported by helicopters and light ground vehicles.
The infrared scanner was developed by Controp, an Israeli company, equipped with a new Fox front-view infrared system. This system uses two fields of view - a wide field of view (WFOV) camera that provides continuous, passive day / night wide coverage, allowing you to detect targets at a distance of 15 km. The infrared front view system provides the operator with a real-time panoramic view of the protected hemisphere. Separate images generated by a panoramic view are processed in real time, ensuring target detection and tracking. This information is displayed to the operator as an initial situational picture. The command, control and communications unit is based on a robust PC that processes and displays incoming video signals to automatically detect and hit air targets. After selecting a target, the launcher automatically rotates in its direction, where the on-board infrared front-view system captures the target in a wide field of view. The operator can use a narrow viewing angle to identify the target and accurately measure the distance to the target using a laser rangefinder. These systems allow the operator to effectively capture a target at a maximum missile range.
IMI developed the Red Sky system in response to specific customer requirements, integrating battle-proven systems, such as Stinger or Strela missiles, PC-protected systems and infrared front vision systems and tripods developed by Controp Precision Technology.
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