Raytheon’s New AQS-20 Mine Detection Sonar

 

 

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Raytheon’s New AQS-20 Mine Detection Sonar

vía Defense Industry Daily de Joe Katzman el 7/09/09

MH-60S w. AQS-20
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In 2005, "Lockheed Receives $76.6M for MH-60S' New Airborne Anti-Mine Systems" covered several recent advances in US mine detection technologies, including a new AQS-20A mine detecting sonar array, and airborne laser systems mounted to MH-60S helicopters. All of this is in the service of the USA's new naval emphasis on littoral warfare and accompanying doctrinal changes. So, what's the AN/AQS-20? And how is it also related to a new US ship class, not to mention a new undersea robot?

The latest news involves its official delivery to the US Navy, in conjunction with its companion AMNS mine neutralizing system…

• The AN/AQS-20, AMCM, and Future Fleet Capabilities
• AQS-20 Contracts & Key Events [updated] (more…)

 

 

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