Sensis Adds X-Band Radar Detection to A-SMGCS

Sensis Corporation is adding high-performance radar to its A-SMGCS (advanced-surface movement guidance and control system) to better detect and track aircraft and vehicles in all weather conditions.

The new X-band radar system, called SMRi, can be integrated into any airport surveillance system, according to Sensis.  It uses frequency diversity to enhance its detection ability in all operating environments, along with advanced signal processing techniques to dynamically adapt to changing weather conditions.  Even in very high rainfall rates, it provides up to 40% more detection range than other surface movement radars, Sensis says.

The FAA has already ordered 12 of the systems which will be deployed as part of the agency's ASDE-X (airport surface detection equipment, model X) program.  Connecticut's Bradley International Airport has already received the first SMRi following site acceptance testing there.  02-22-2006.

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