The EL/M-2248 MF-STAR is a multifunction

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naval radar system developed by

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for maritime installation on

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. It is capable of tracking both air and surface targets and providing fire control guidance. MF-STAR is an acronym of Multi-Function Surveillance, Track And Guidance Radar.

Design and description

The EL/M-2248 MF-STAR is a multifunction solid state

Active electronically scanned array An active electronically scanned array (AESA) is a type of phased array antenna, which is a computer-controlled array antenna in which the beam of radio waves can be electronically steered to point in different directions without moving the an ...

radar developed for a new generation of naval platforms. The radar system is made up of 4 active arrays operating in the

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, each of the 4 arrays is positioned in one direction. The radar employs multi-beam and pulse Doppler techniques as-well-as robust

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techniques to extract low radar cross-section targets from complex clutter and jamming environments. AESA radars provide a

low probability of intercept A low-probability-of-intercept radar (LPIR) is a radar employing measures to avoid detection by passive radar detection equipment (such as a radar warning receiver (RWR), or electronic support receiver) while it is searching for a target or engag ...

of emitted signals and help the ships remain stealthy. Weighing only seven tons the system can be installed on smaller vessels of

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size and above. The MF-STAR is capable of tracking both air and surface targets and can track hundreds of targets simultaneously with a very fast refresh rate. It is capable of providing guidance illumination and mid course updates to both active and semi active

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and

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, with multiple simultaneous engagement capability. It is also capable of automatic splash detection and correction for

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support. While targets are tracked at long range threats are automatically recognized at medium range and Automatic track initiation takes place. Sea skimming attacking missile are tracked at >25 km while High flying fighter aircraft are automatically tracked at >250 km.

Performance and Parameters

Operators

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Design and description

Performance and Parameters

Operators

See also

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