A newly upgraded radar is joining US hypersonic missile defense
Briefly

Raytheon has delivered a new, advanced AN/TPY-2 missile defense radar to the US Missile Defense Agency, designed specifically to address the challenges posed by hypersonic weapons. These weapons, characterized by their high speeds and unpredictable flight paths, present significant difficulties for existing missile defense systems. The upgraded radar features Gallium Nitride technology, improving sensitivity and range while expanding its surveillance capabilities. Additionally, the introduction of the CX6 high-performance computing software aids in precise target discrimination and protection against electronic attacks, illustrating Raytheon's commitment to enhancing the United States' air defense capabilities.
Raytheon's new AN/TPY-2 radar is an advanced missile defense system designed to tackle the rising threat posed by hypersonic weapons, enhancing detection and response capabilities.
The radar's upgrade includes a GaN-filtered array and CX6 high-performance computing, resulting in better sensitivity, range, and precise target discrimination.
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