Tel Aviv: Israeli company Rafael was awarded a contract to supply latest generation of its Digital Shark Naval Electronic Countermeasure (ECM) Systems for the vessels of a NATO country. This advanced system will provide NATO country’s fleets with unparalleled capabilities to dominate the electromagnetic spectrum for both defensive and offensive operations.
According to the company, its Digital Shark system represents the forefront of naval Electronic Warfare (EW) technology, engineered to identify and neutralise complex radar threats autonomously.
With its digital receiver, the system is capable of detecting a wide range of radar threats, from missile seekers to designation radars. Once a threat is detected, Digital Shark can respond autonomously and instantaneously by directing high-power electromagnetic beams to disrupt the radar’s function, rendering it ineffective. The 3rd Generation Digital Shark employs an Active Electronically Scanned Array (AESA) that allows for rapid and precise beam steering and a high-power jammer for robust offensive countermeasures.
Additionally, it incorporates advanced Digital RF Memory (DRFM) technology, enhancing its ability to deceive and neutralise even the most sophisticated radar systems, according to Rafael.
The Digital Shark ECM system joins Rafael’s growing portfolio of naval EW countermeasure solutions, which includes the C-GEM active decoy, further solidifying Rafael’s position as a leading provider of next-generation naval defence solutions. Together, these capabilities offer comprehensive protection, equipping naval forces with the tools necessary to maintain a tactical edge in complex maritime environments.
According to Rafael’s VP Ran Tavor, Head of Naval Systems Division, the Digital Shark’s 3rd Generation capabilities not only elevate electronic defense but also bolster offensive responses, adapting to the diverse challenges presented by today’s advanced radar threats. “With the addition of Digital Shark, Rafael continues to demonstrate leadership in providing world-class naval defense solutions tailored to the evolving landscape of modern maritime warfare,” Tavor added.
-The writer is an Israel-based freelance journalist. The views expressed are of the writer and do not necessarily reflect the views of Raksha Anirveda
