Advanced Infrared (IR) Expendable Decoy (Air Force)
Abstract
Evaluate a small kinematic infrared (IR) decoy that protects Air Force and Navy aircraft (C-130H, KC-130J, A-10, and F-16) against current generation IR-guided missiles that reject conventional non-kinematic flares. The primary outputs are the protection of medium-signature aircraft against heat-seeking missiles that employ kinematic techniques. This flare is much more compact than existing designs, enabling more decoys to be carried per mission.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Accomplishment
- Publication Date
- Oct 01, 2012
- Source ID
- 7f9817f7a41dd6958d8be3b8db2c57db