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© 1987-2009 Mercer Engineering Research Center 135 Osigian Blvd. • Warner Robins, GA 31088 info@merc-mercer.org • www.merc-mercer.org • 478.953.6800•Electronic Systems Analysis and Design•Controls & AutomationAreas of Expertise

The C-17 / C-5 Radome Test Station (RTS) will test the nose and tail radomes for anomalies as a screening process before repair and serviceability after the radomes  have been repaired. The RTS is a complex system comprised in part by a seven axis radome positioner, an RF source, RF receiver, transmit antenna, reference antenna, test antenna, and RF data collection software. The RF source and transmit antenna are located approximately 500 feet down range from the remaining components of the RTS and are controlled by the PC Workstation data collection software via remote control. The main part of the system, the positioner, sweeps the radome through azimuth, elevation and roll to precisely  simulate a moving radar antenna. Simultaneously, the positioner counter-steers the receive antenna in the azimuth plane in order to remain aligned (on boresight) directly with the transmit antenna. This pattern is performed initially without the radome installed to create a base line measurement, then with the radome to obtain loss data. Any readings differing from the base line are considered to be caused by the radome.

Sample project below - select a project link to view additional informationC-5 Go-Around Attitude Subsystem Computer C-17/C5 Radome Test Station AARS / RMRS Upgrade StudyFeatured ProjectsThe Electronic Systems Division (ESD) offers a wide array of expertise and capability related to multiple areas, including electronic systems analysis and design, controls and automation, and identification of technology insertion solutions for our customers.

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