Maritime Surface Search Phased Array for Combatant-Craft

In this Phase I effort, FIRST RF will develop and evaluate concepts for advanced Surface Search Phased Array radar systems that will be integrated on Naval Special Warfare Combatant-Craft. A phased array system allows for dynamic beam steering with graceful degradation and eliminates the need for mechanical pointing of the antenna aperture. The FIRST RF SSPA radar system will detect, locate, track, and display the speed and bearing of maritime objects of interest. In addition to providing a robust mechanical solution for exceptional reliability, the proposed SSPA radar system will bring cutting edge phased array capabilities to combatant-craft missions. FIRST RF proposes an innovative approach that leverages state-of-the-art phased array architecture to provide a highly functional SSPA radar system. Commercial applications of this technology have also been identified.