Programmable Acoustic Target for ASW Training and Sonar Trials

The Programmable Acoustic Target (PAT) system provides a substitute for submarines when conducting coordinated ASW (CASEX) exercises. It can also be used to support tactical and technical sonar development and testing activities.

The PAT allows ASW operators to retain and improve their skills and new operators to be trained in a controlled environment.

The system is turn-key, compact and can be installed on small vessels and USVs complete with launch & recovery capability.

The PAT will transmit an echo return with the Target Strength (TS) and characteristics of the desired submarine. It will also emulate the broadband acoustic signature of the submarine resulting from self-noise. The operator will be able to conduct full narrowband analysis of up to 10 lines, including Doppler.

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