TR Air Defence Programs

[Strong AI]

{#AirDefense}
The laser power of the #SteelDome ASELSAN GÖKBERK Mobile Laser Weapon System
Detects and tracks UAVs with radar and electro-optical sensors,
Carries out the physical and functional hit on threats.

https://twitter.com/i/web/status/1828835311494869242

 

[Strong AI]

SARP with 40 mm ATOM

With AI-powered algorithms and open system architecture, the SARP Remote Controlled Weapon Systems become indispensable in the field by enabling early detection and neutralization of drone threats.

 

[boredaf]

SARP with 40 mm ATOM

With AI-powered algorithms and open system architecture, the SARP Remote Controlled Weapon Systems become indispensable in the field by enabling early detection and neutralization of drone threats.

I wonder if Mete can be turned into a small guided missile against drones with proximity or timed fuse. It's pretty much a 40 mm grenade with a rocket behind it and a guidance system in front of it, it would have a greater range and might be more accurate.

 

[Strong AI]

I wonder if Mete can be turned into a small guided missile against drones with proximity or timed fuse. It's pretty much a 40 mm grenade with a rocket behind it and a guidance system in front of it, it would have a greater range and might be more accurate.

METE is designed to be used against stationary targets. So IMHO you would need to change a lot parts of METE.

 

[boredaf]

METE is designed to be used against stationary targets. So IMHO you would need to change a lot parts of METE.

So is a 40 mm grenade, only thing different in ATOM is its electronic fuse so it can explode while still in the air instead of wherever it might it. I can't see why they would need to change "a lot of parts" in Mete on top of a proximity fuse or timed fuse instead of its semi-active laser so that it could fly towards the target and, well, explode.

 

[Strong AI]

So is a 40 mm grenade, only thing different in ATOM is its electronic fuse so it can explode while still in the air instead of wherever it might it. I can't see why they would need to change "a lot of parts" in Mete on top of a proximity fuse or timed fuse instead of its semi-active laser so that it could fly towards the target and, well, explode.

• Target moves fast --> Range of METE decreases drastically in comparison to shooting it at a stationary target --> different engine / fuel?
• The fins?
• And different electronics because of the first two points?

No?

 

[UkroTurk]

At very short range mete with timefuse might be effective. İf the target changes position, how could you set timefuse?
Timefuse needs rapid ammunition

Carl Gustav recoiles gun with timefuse would be interesting

 

[Kaan Azman]

https://twitter.com/i/web/status/1829233298306150546

So finally, ASELSAN has delivered C-UAS capability to SARP RCWS (Yes, including 12.7 mm ones)

 

[FaTiHan]

Aselsan should operate the Sarp weapon system in integration with the AKKOR system.
The Sarp weapon tower should have a 7.62 minigun.

 

[zio]

https://twitter.com/i/web/status/1829233298306150546

So finally, ASELSAN has delivered C-UAS capability to SARP RCWS (Yes, including 12.7 mm ones)

It shoulde be 40mm atom ammunution

 

[Tornadoss]

It shoulde be 40mm atom ammunution

yes this video is little bit mixed up.

 

[Saithan]

Are we still taking into consideration small and compact RCWS solutions when we think of counter measures against drones and such ?

Or we just tossing idea around hoping it'll fit inside kids lunchbox at the same time ? I'd be onboard on that...

 

[Sanchez]

So finally, ASELSAN has delivered C-UAS capability to SARP RCWS (Yes, including 12.7 mm ones)

By my understanding, this is not just about adding Mk19 with Atom on a SARP but a software addition to Sarp consoles, maybe a separate C-UAS mode the operator can activate and use easily.

I would very like to see a Mk19 on Sarp in video though. I wonder how it is different than Şahin directly.

 

[boredaf]

Are we still taking into consideration small and compact RCWS solutions when we think of counter measures against drones and such ?

Or we just tossing idea around hoping it'll fit inside kids lunchbox at the same time ? I'd be onboard on that...

Well, Mete is 50 cm long so lunchbox might be a bit too small but we can definitely fit a launcher with 6 Mete in a school bag for you mate here's one the Chinese have already done:

Part of the reason why I see potential in Mete as a missile against drones. 4 cm diameter with 50 cm length, we can put a small launcher on a tank for it and it can be easily reloaded as necessary.

 

[boredaf]

I would very like to see a Mk19 on Sarp in video though. I wonder how it is different than Şahin directly.

Şahin still uses MK19 as far as I know, just with a shortened barrel and autoloader and its range (again iirc) is half of what MK19 itself is. Sarp system can use MK19 but as you said I can't remember seeing it on video either.

 

[Strong AI]

The Sarp weapon tower should have a 7.62 minigun.

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I would very like to see a Mk19 on Sarp in video though. I wonder how it is different than Şahin directly.

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[Sanchez]

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0:25 min

I know that it can operate it, there are photos of it, and even Pars SOV vehicles have them. I meant video of it using ATOM in C-UAS role. Aselsan have been working on this for years. Below images should be at least 5 years old.

One other thing remains. How efficient Sarp with Atom can be without Ihtar in place to detect, lead the gun and prime the timer fuse. If it is adequate, it would be a great addition, as we have maybe a thousand Sarps in use already. If it's succesful with already existing 50 cal gun without Ihtar, our armored columns may just be saved from kamikaze drone threat altogether without the need for additional vehicles with C-UAS role, carrying an Ihtar on top.

 

[Strong AI]

I know that it can operate it, there are photos of it, and even Pars SOV vehicles have them. I meant video of it using ATOM in C-UAS role. Aselsan have been working on this for years. Below images should be at least 5 years old.

One other thing remains. How efficient Sarp with Atom can be without Ihtar in place to detect, lead the gun and prime the timer fuse. If it is adequate, it would be a great addition, as we have maybe a thousand Sarps in use already. If it's succesful with already existing 50 cal gun without Ihtar, our armored columns may just be saved from kamikaze drone threat altogether without the need for additional vehicles with C-UAS role, carrying an Ihtar on top.

Are you saying that this is not SARP, but SAHIN?

You can see it in the video below. Or what do you mean?

SARP with 40 mm ATOM

With AI-powered algorithms and open system architecture, the SARP Remote Controlled Weapon Systems become indispensable in the field by enabling early detection and neutralization of drone threats.

 

[Sanchez]

Are you saying that this is not SARP, but SAHIN?

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You can see it in the video below. Or what do you mean?

Welp I missed that.

 

[Kaan Azman]

By my understanding, this is not just about adding Mk19 with Atom on a SARP but a software addition to Sarp consoles, maybe a separate C-UAS mode the operator can activate and use easily.

I would very like to see a Mk19 on Sarp in video though. I wonder how it is different than Şahin directly.

Well, ŞAHİN actually uses SARP RCWS, but it has some changes to fire control and most importantly Mk19 fitted with the programmers and stuff for ATOM munitions. You still need the latter to have Mk19 work in C-UAS role.

But yes, it is more like a software upgrade and easily dispensable throughout platforms using the RCWS. Our 4x4s can act as non-dedicated C-UAS systems now including with machine guns.

and yes Strong AI, I really want to see a 7.62 mm gatling SARP-L shredding some drones like a micro Phalanx CIWS.

Actually hell, our UGVs can join this train too as the majority uses SARP RCWS. Just think of an TUNGA UGV protecting our infantry with a 7.62 mm gatling/12.7 mm HMG/40 mm ATOM.

By the way, if anyone's confused, you can look at the picture in the tweet showing a SARP with 12.7 mm tracking a drone. The console screen reads "12.7 mm M33"