Weapons Flashcards
(26 cards)
What does the term ‘Detect to engage’ refer to?
Events leading from detecting a target to destruction of a target
What is Command & Control Warfare (C2W)?
Establishes a chain of command used to direct troops (or ships) in a high threat environment
What does Naval Surface Fire Support (NSFS) provide?
Ground bombardment used to support ground troops
What is the purpose of the SSDS MK II?
Integrates 11 outside inputs into 1 central controlling station for ship self-defense
How many rounds per minute does the Mk 15 Phalanx CIWS fire in Air Mode?
4,500 rounds per minute
What is the maximum effective range of the Mk 15 Phalanx CIWS?
2,000 yards
What is the drum capacity of the Mk 15 Phalanx CIWS?
1,500 rounds
What is the purpose of fire control systems?
To deliver ordnance to the right place at the right time
What is the maximum effective range of the Mk 31 MOD 3 Rolling Airframe Missile System?
3 – 5 nautical miles
What alarm sounds prior to missile firing in the Mk 31 MOD 3 RAM?
Salvo alarm
What is the maximum range of the MK 38 Mod 2 25MM?
9,000 yards
What is the fire rate of the MK 38 Mod 2 25MM?
175 rounds per minute
What is the maximum effective range of the Mk 2 50 CAL Heavy Barrel?
2,000 yards
What is the fire rate of the Mk 2 50 CAL Heavy Barrel?
450-550 rounds per minute
What is the maximum effective point range of the M240B?
800 meters
What is the purpose of the AN/SLQ 25A (Nixie)?
Torpedo countermeasure
What type of homing does the Nixie fish use?
Acoustic homing
What are the three types of Mk 53 SRBOC chaff?
- Seduction
- Distraction
- Infrared
What is the purpose of torpedo countermeasure systems?
To combat the possibility of torpedo striking the ship
What safety precautions should be taken when entering a magazine?
No spark producing objects, announce yourself if HERO affected ordnance is suspected
What does ‘Hang-fire’ mean?
Delay in firing
What does ‘Misfire’ indicate?
Does NOT fire
What is the definition of ‘Hot gun’?
Cook off is possible
What is a ‘Train warning circle’?
Drawn on deck around mount to warn personnel of possible path of mount
