TYPE TEST AN/APS - 19.

Abstract

The AN/APS-19 is a light-weight airborne radar capable of performing four different functions; namely, intercept for detection and location of aircraft; aim for firing of fixed guns by use of the indicator as a sight; search for detection and location of land, sea, air targets and navigation; and beacon for 'homing' purposes. This report covers only tests made at room temperature. A later report will include effects of temperature, humidity, etc., upon the equipment. (Author)

Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Oct 22, 1946
Accession Number
AD0492166

Entities

People

  • L. W. Fuller.
  • M. L. Burnett

Organizations

  • United States Naval Research Laboratory

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Air Platforms

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Airborne
  • Aircraft Equipment
  • Aircrafts
  • Detection
  • Flight Instruments
  • Ground Position Indicators
  • Humidity
  • Indicators
  • Instrumentation
  • Measuring Instruments
  • Navigation
  • Navigational Equipment
  • Vehicle Equipment
  • Vehicles
  • Wet Bulb Temperature

Readers

  • Electrochemical Surface Science
  • Materials Science
  • Sensor Fusion and Tracking Systems.