26.12.2024, 22:03
Zitat:Lock After Launch Used on UAV-122 Missile for the First Time
26 Dec 2024, 21:03 2 mins
Weapon / Missile
Lock After Launch Used on UAV-122 Missile for the First Time TurDef
In a recent firing test of ROKETSAN's UAV-122 aeroballistic missile with a TV seeker, a lock-after-launch (LOAL) feature was utilised for the first time.
After firing from the AKINCI UCAV, UAV-122 navigated towards the sea target and scored a hit inside the circle using its TV seeker.
ROKETSAN stated that the test used LOAL capability for the first time on the missile.
ROKETSAN's optically guided missiles, like UMTAS and OMTAS, feature LOAL capability, which allows for target selection or hitting points. The existing hardware/software was likely used to provide this capability to the TV Seeker configuration of UAV-122.
Writing is seen on the tested missile before the launch, "TCG ANADOLU'ya Selamlar" (Greetings to TCG ANADOLU), referring to the TCG ANADOLU LHD. This hints at UAV-122 being considered for Bayraktar TB3 naval UCAV, which performed its takeoff and landing tests from the ship. Bayraktar TB3 can carry two UAV-122 missiles for strikes beyond the reach of short and medium-range air defence systems.
UAV-122 is a development of the TRG-122, a 122 mm guided artillery rocket with modified fins and guidance software. The missile, which has a range of 55+ km, can be fitted with a laser or TV seeker in addition to GNSS/INS guidance to enhance precision, especially against moving targets. The TV seeker provides a video feed to the operator for MITL control.
https://turdef.com/article/lock-after-la...first-time
Ein Video vom Test:
https://x.com/Selcuk/status/1872240970689081716