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Tue, Jan 15, 2013

JLENS-Mounted Sensor Observes Role-Players Planting Mock-IED During Demo

MTS-B Multi-Spectral Targeting System Integrated On JLENS Tracks Trucks, Other Targets During Demonstration

A recent demonstration proved that operators can observe surface moving targets -- including a terrorist role-player planting an improvised explosive device -- in real time using a Raytheon Company MTS-B Multi-Spectral Targeting System mounted on the JLENS.

During the Raytheon-funded demonstration, and despite heavy smoke from recent, naturally-occurring forest fires, an MTS-B electro-optical/infrared (EO/IR) sensor mounted on a JLENS surveillance aerostat tracked numerous targets with the IR sensor. Video from the MTS-B was passed through the aerostat's tether, enabling operators to watch live feed of trucks, trains and cars from dozens of miles away. While the MTS-B visually tracked targets, the JLENS simultaneously tracked surface targets with its integrated radar system, demonstrating the potential to integrate the JLENS radar and EO/IR payloads.

As part of the demonstration, operators also used the MTS-B's EO sensor to watch Raytheon employees simulate planting a roadside improvised explosive device.
 
"The JLENS integrated fire-control radar and 360-degree surveillance radar already gives the warfighter the capability to detect and engage surface and airborne threats like swarming boats and anti-ship cruise missiles," said Dave Gulla, vice president of Global Integrated Sensors for Raytheon's Integrated Defense Systems business. "Integrating the proven MTS-B on JLENS makes JLENS multi-mission capable and enables the warfighter to better defend the battlespace and protect critical infrastructure and waterways."

(Image provided by Raytheon)

FMI: www.raytheon.com

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