SEA BASED X-BAND RADAR (SBX)
Abstract
The Sea-Based X-Band Radar (SBX) is a major contributor for homeland defense. The largest X-Band radar in the world, it serves as the primary midcourse sensor in the BMDS layered network of radars. Self-propelled and semi-submersible, the SBX operates in various locations in the Pacific Ocean. It enables Combatant Commanders to engage ballistic missile threats in all three phases of flight (ascent, mid-course, and terminal). The SBX provides high resolution cued search, acquisition, tracking, target discrimination, and debris assessments. GMD relies on the SBX radar and other sensors where available, for fire control solutions. Operations and sustainment of satellite communications to the BMDS are provided by C2BMC, and enable sensor tasking/control by the Ground-Based Midcourse fire control (GFC). The major goals of this system element are to: - Operate and sustain the SBX and its subsystems to support BMDS flight testing and operations, as required - Deliver advanced X-Band Radar (XBR) algorithms to address evolving threats - Continue to enhance SBX capabilities and integration into the BMDS - Participate in BMDS ground and flight tests and Targets of Opportunity testing (funding for testing is carried under PE 0603884C (Test and Evaluation line)) - Achieve and maintain American Bureau of Shipping (ABS) certification - Support the transfer of SBX to the U.S. Navy - Enhance XBR data provided to GMD high fidelity digital simulation efforts - Execute ABS Certification of Inspection In-Port Maintenance period
Document Details
- Document Type
- R2 Budgetary Justification
- Publication Date
- Oct 01, 2012
- Source ID
- 0603907C_4_0400_PB_2012
- Change Summary Explanation
- The FY12 $26.954 million dollar increase in is the result of MDA programmatic changes.
- Service Agency Name
- Missile Defense Agency
Entities
Organizations
- Missile Defense Agency
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