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To demonstrate a capability of intergrating multiple sensor suites on its aerostat platforms (Tether balloons)
TCOM,LP would like to demonstrate a capability of intergrating multiple sensor suites on its aerostat platforms (Tether balloons). One sensor under consideration is the Selex Galileo Sea Spray 7500E Maritime Surveillance radar. This is commercially produced radar with development sponsored by commercial and military (Royal Navy) programs. The published quanity of these radars is 500 units produced and sold. End users include the United States Coast Guard for use on their HC-130H aircraft. TCOM proposes to integrate this radar with other sensors (Electro Optical/Infrared Camera system, for example) on one of its aerostat platforms in Elizabeth City, North Carolina and demonstate multiple sensor capabilities to potential customers, offices, and agencies of the United States government. All testing and demonstrations would be conducted at the TCOM, LP Manufacturing and Flight Test Facility (MFTF) at Elizabeth City, NC. Demonstrations would consist of various test scenarios designed to use the radar to detect a target and provide a cue signal to the EO/IR camera system for visual identification. Also, radar detection data and camera video will be made available at a local ground control station as well as other remote locations (Data only). Cease Buzzer Information: Mr. Charles Knauss, TCOM, LP MFTF, telephone (252)-330-3159 |