Phased Array Radar

Raptor allows users to model complex relationships that go far beyond the traditional series or parallel configurations in a left-to-right oriented bias, such as that of a phased array. In this example, Raptor was used to develop a reliability model for a phased array radar system.

Large-scale phased array radar systems, generally located in geographically remote areas, are used by the military as early warning devices. Scattered around the world, they watch the skies for hostile missiles threatening the United States or its allies. Each face of the phased array usually contains thousands of elements in a complex dependency configuration. The failure of some components can prevent others from functioning, even though the dependent components have not failed themselves.

To simulate a portion of this phased array radar face reliability model using Raptor 7.0, contact (raptortech@arinc.com) and request the PhaseArray.rbd file.