Hensoldt recently unveiled a deployable set of its passive radar Twinvis, a revolutionary technology that promises to detect aircraft optimized for stealth. By focusing on silent and discreet systems, this innovation aims to transform air surveillance, for both military and civil applications. Passive devices, by using signals already present in the environment, ensure operations remain discreet, leaving pilots unaware that they are being tracked. This development marks a significant advancement in the fight against traditional detection technologies.
The German company Hensoldt has recently introduced a deployable version of its Twinvis passive radar system, specifically designed to detect aircraft optimized for stealth. This system, known as Twinvis Sheltered, uses signals from civil television and radio stations to monitor airspace without emitting signals, making it difficult to detect. Hensoldt has already received several orders for this device, notably from customers within NATO. Thanks to its capabilities, Twinvis is being considered not only for military missions but also for civil air traffic control, thus offering a new approach to air surveillance.
Hensoldt presents its passive radar Twinvis
The German company Hensoldt reveals a significant advancement with its Twinvis passive radar, aimed at enhancing airborne surveillance. This innovative system is specifically designed to detect stealth-optimized aircraft, thereby providing essential coverage capability for military missions. The radar operates discreetly, using electromagnetic waves from television and radio stations, without emitting its own signals, making detection extremely difficult for adversaries.
Capabilities of the Twinvis system
The Twinvis radar allows for long-range air surveillance in a silent manner. Thanks to its advanced capabilities, it can provide 360-degree coverage, with real-time updates every second. This technology allows not only for precise detection of various aircraft but also for integration into air traffic control systems. Demonstrations have shown that this radar can monitor civil and military airspaces, a major asset for armed forces.
Radar development and integration
The development of the Twinvis radar by Hensoldt fits into a broader perspective of passive detection, a field where innovation continues to grow. In the market, Hensoldt anticipates strong interest in this highly versatile system, integrating existing platforms while being usable as an autonomous entity. The radar has been successfully tested by the Luftwaffe, demonstrating its effectiveness and potential for integration into operational missions in Europe.
