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PROTECTOR® USV
PROTECTOR® USV RAFAEL
ADVANCED DEFENSE SYSTEMS
Is an unmanned integrated system for Intelligence, Surveillance,
Target Acquisition and Reconnaissance (ISTAR). P.O.Box 2250 (19)
Haifa 3102102, Israel
The PROTECTOR® USV is fitted with a comprehensive sensor Tel: 972-4-8794714
suite and can accommodate a variety of mission modules. The Fax: 972-4-8794657
TOPLITE Electro-optical director and a radar system provide E-mail: intl-mkt@rafael.co.il
day/night detection, identification and tracking of targets. Web Site: www.rafael.co.il
TOPLITE subsystems include a third-generation Forward-
Looking Infra-Red (FLIR) sensor, color Charge-Coupled Device The Control Station receives, via communications links, all the
(CCD) camera an eye-safe laser rangefinder (LRF), and an system data, video imagery and audio required to effectively
advanced correlation tracker. build a situational awareness picture and operate the system.
The system can be easily incorporated in a wider defense array
The Anti Terror/Force Protection payload includes the TOPLITE via a standard interface to an external C4I system.
Electro-Optical Director (EOD), MINI-TYPHOON Stabilized
Weapon Station, a Water Cannon System and auxiliary Based on a highly maneuverable platform the USV has
sensors. The MINI-TYPHOON is a stabilized gun mount that is excellent maneuvering capabilities. The platform has water jet
highly accurate and includes fire control capabilities, yielding propulsion systems powered by diesel engines. The platform
excellent shooting accuracy. The Water Cannon system systems include control over propulsion, maneuvering, and
provides less-lethal engagement at close range as well as navigation.
firefighting capabilities.
The PROTECTOR's core element is an advanced control
PROTECTOR is operated from a Control Station. The Control system, which interfaces with all of the PROTECTOR's sub-
Station includes two control consoles, one for the USV systems and provides a remote operator with the ability to plan,
commander and one for the Payload Systems operator. prioritize and execute naval missions by day and night, under
adverse weather conditions, without exposure to risk.
The PROTECTOR's modular design enables the Customer to
select those sub-systems that will best meet his own particular
operational requirements.
When mounting effectors, the PROTECTOR can effectively
close the fire circle for an all-round "sensor-to-shooter" solution.
PROTECTOR® USV Operational Advantages • The Protector®USV has the ability to record video and audio
data of its surrounding for debriefing, legal purposes and
• Performs dangerous tasks without risking human lives. other considerations.
• Performs long and wearisome missions such as patrolling
• The Protector®USV can be deployed anywhere at sea, from
and ongoing security tasks. oil rigs, mother ships or shore installations, thus maximizing
• Provides Real-time data and video transmission from the field its range of action and versatility.
to the headquarters. • Onboard payload can be replaced to fit different designated
• Can operate at high seas without a crew that is affected from missions, thus providing the ability to conduct a wide range of
missions using a single platform.
the harsh conditions.
• The Protector® USV Command and Control system can be • Fully-tested, serially-produced and operationally deployed in
navies' world-wide.
integrated with external C4I systems, making it an integral
part of the defense array.
• The Protector® USV can be used to approach suspicious
vessels and verify their intentions, thus distinguishing friend
from foe without having risking crew safety.
• A highly effective sensor suite, capable of detecting and
identifying targets and threats from a great distance.
• Integrated combat suite that enables a rapid "sensor to
shooter" response.
• Equipped with a highly accurate combat proven stabilized
Weapon Station capable of eliminating threats from afar.
• Equipped with high pressure Water Cannon for non-lethal
deterrence, and crowd control tasks.
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