AN / SQS-56

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The AN / SQS-56 is an active / passive sonar system for use on surface vessels. It is used by the US -Konzerne Raytheon manufactured.

description

The SQS-56 (export designation: DE1160 ) was designed for use on frigates and can locate and track sea ​​mines , torpedoes and submarines . It has an MTI mode as well as active defense measures against torpedoes. Much of the system is based on COTS - hardware , could be reduced so that the cost of acquisition. The sonar itself can provide up to 36 independent transmit and receive channels, and the computer systems are designed in such a way that an additional tow sonar can be integrated with little effort.

Platforms

Oliver Hazard Perry class , MEKO series of ships , Cheng Kung class , Maestrale class

Technical specifications