F-15 Infrared Search and Track (IRST) - FY15 New Start

Abstract

The Infrared Search and Track (IRST) system will detect and track objects by infrared radiation. IRST will provide the F-15Cs with the capability to counter Low Observerable technology outside the RF spectrum, and will provide capability in an RF jamming environment. The IRST complements other onboard sensors by scanning a large volume of air space, fills gaps left by other sensors, and is unaffected by electronic attack, target emissions, beam aspect, or target radar cross section (RCS). This capability complements the radar to enhance survivability and lethality against air-to-air threats, provides a passive infrared sensor system that searches for and detects infrared energy, and provides the aircraft mission computer track file data on infrared targets.

Document Details

Document Type
Accomplishment
Publication Date
Oct 01, 2015
Source ID
ee0d750a445771ef82a6895d82e0fc51

Tags

Fields of Study

  • Physics

Readers

  • Military Science and Technology Research and Modernization.
  • Sensor Fusion and Tracking Systems.

Technology Areas

  • Microelectronics
  • Microelectronics - Microelectromechanical Systems
  • Space
  • Space - Space Objects

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