Germany orders Mini-DRFD sets
German naval special forces are to receive 28 additional lightweight remote ignition sets, under a new tender from defence procurement agency BAAINBw.
According to requirements, a supplementary procurement of MAS Zengrange Mini-DRFD M3.0 UHF digital radio-controlled initiation systems will include the POP M4.0 Mini DRFD float system, ignition hose coil systems, accessories and spare parts.
Mini-DRFD M3.0 is designed for the remote or timed initiation of munitions and explosives.
A standard Mini-DRFD system comprises one transmitter and five receivers; each receiver is designed to initiate one firing circuit with a resistance no greater than 25 ohms. Receivers can be configured to be either individually or collectively addressed.
The operating range of Mini-DRFD is 2-3km in urban terrain, 3-5km in open terrain and 10-25km line of sight.
More from Naval Warfare
-
India commissions three new vessels
The new vessels, Nilgiri, Surat and Vagsheer, will be deployed to protect vital trade routes in the Indian Ocean.
-
Fincantieri takes control of Leonardo’s underwater armaments business
The deal includes a 50% stake in the EuroTorp project which designed the MU90 torpedo.
-
BAE Systems to provide more Network Tactical Common Data Links to the US Navy
Network Tactical Common Data Link (NTCDL), a multi-platform modular and scalable solution for all US Navy (USN) Common Data Link (CDL) requirements, has been designed to increase link capacity and embrace waveform evolution.
-
L3Harris and Babcock sign contracts for Australian Hunter-class frigate technologies
The two firms are the latest to add expertise gained on the UK’s Type 26 programme to Australia’s future frigates.
-
Raytheon to build more SM-6 Block IA missiles for US Navy under $333 million contract
The Standard Missile 6 (SM-6) is a surface-to-air supersonic missile in service with the US Navy (USN), launched from cruisers and destroyers, capable of engaging crewed and uncrewed aircraft and land-attack or anti-ship cruise missiles in flight.
-
HII names LPD 30 the USS Harrisburg
The naming of the Harrisburg moves the first Flight II San Antonio-class vessel on towards active service.