The German sensor manufacturer Hensoldt presented a newly developed radar system for surveillance and target acquisition at sea today at the international defense and security exhibition DSEI in London. According to Hensoldt, the radar with the name "Quadome" is equipped with the latest technology. It offers fast responsiveness and high precision at an excellent price-performance ratio.
The C-band radar uses the latest gallium nitride Active Electronically Steered Antenna (AESA) technology and is software defined. According to the manufacturer, Quadome is targeting the global market for tactical naval radar systems, primarily aimed at offshore patrol vessels (OPVs), corvettes, light frigates and support vessels.
Quadome offers "robust capabilities" for detecting and tracking small surface targets, as well as precise 3D tracking of small, low-flying and fast-moving airborne targets, according to the manufacturer. According to reports, the radar was developed by Hensoldt in South Africa and is also to be produced there. As a result, the technology is not subject to either US or German export controls. According to the company, there is currently no launch customer. Discussions were held with several interested parties.
According to Hensoldt, the Quadome's compactness, relatively low mass, and value for money provides 3D air surveillance and air defense capabilities for ships that would otherwise only be equipped with 2D target acquisition capabilities.
The radar has two main modes of operation: Surveillance mode is for general ground and air surveillance, while Self-Defense mode is for high threat and target engagement situations.
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