AN / SQS-56
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
- Frequency range : 6.7 / 7.5 / 8.4 kHz
- Bandwidth per channel: 400 Hz
- Pulse repetition frequency : 5 - 2,180 Hz
- Radiated power: 218 - 232 dB