Combat Systems Flashcards
How many components of a weapons system are there?
4
What rating is responsible for combat weapons systems?
FC. FIRE CONTROLMAN
What are the components of a weapons system?
Detection. Direction. Delivery. Destruction
What is the purpose of fire control?
To control weapon fire to ensure max kill probability.
What is a train warning circle?
Circle painted 18 inches from the furthest point of a weapon system for safety.
How many gyros on board
2
Where are the gyros located?
Fwd/AFT IC
What info do the gyros provide?
Pitch. Roll and heading.
What do the gyros do in relation to the weapons system?
Train system to track target and remain constant with the ships pitch and roll.
What does CIWS stand for?
Close in weapon system
Where are the CIWS located?
Fwd/stbd. And AFT/PORT
How many modes of operation does CIWS have?
Three
What are the modes of operation for CIWS?
Air ready. Anti-air warfare manual. Anti-air warfare auto.
What is the maximum drum capacity for CIWS?
1550 rounds
How many rounds do we load into the CIWS?
1500
What is the air rate of fire for CIWS?
4500 rounds per minute.
What is the surface rate of fire for CIWS?
3000 rounds per minute.
What is the engage range for CIWS?
1 nm
What is the track range for CIWS?
3 mom
What is the search range for CIWS?
5 nm
What does PTI on CIWS stand for?
Phalanx thermal imager.
What does RAM stand for?
Rolling airframe missile.
How many RAM launchers on board?
2
Where are the RAM launchers located?
FWD/PORT and AFT/STBD