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This radar can detect targets within a volume of 140 degrees azimuth and an elevation scan of approximately 93 degrees. | This radar can detect targets within a volume of 140 degrees azimuth and an elevation scan of approximately 93 degrees. | ||
[[File:PAR Bldg 318 Radar Console.jpg|thumb|left|250px|FPQ-16 Radar Console. Note the two classified line printers in back of the console.]] | |||
[[File:PAR Bldg RM 301, TX Area No 2.jpg|thumb|right|250px|FPQ-16 Transmitter Area #2.]] | |||
PARCS and the FPQ-16 were built in the early 1970s, and its signal processing has received only superficial fixes since the site went online in 1975. PARCS uses 1960s-era technology, which is not widely used. Few sources are available for depot-level repair on failed components. | PARCS and the FPQ-16 were built in the early 1970s, and its signal processing has received only superficial fixes since the site went online in 1975. PARCS uses 1960s-era technology, which is not widely used. Few sources are available for depot-level repair on failed components. | ||
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[[File:PAR Bldg Phase Shifter Svc Platform.jpg|thumb|left|250px|FPQ-16 Radar Phase Shifter Service Platform.]] | |||
[[File:PAR Bldg Rm 318 Data Storage.jpg|thumb|right|250px|FPQ-16 Radar Data Storage Area..]] | |||
The PARCS signal processing group (SPG) consists of 10 cabinets of equipment with hundreds of unique parts. The SPG generates frequency-modulated pulses for transmission, spectrum inversion, and pulse compression; performs sidelobe reduction; as well as compares and processes track signals, multiplexing, and signal conversion. Extensive alignment and maintenance are necessary to maintain proper signal reception and analog-digital conversion. | The PARCS signal processing group (SPG) consists of 10 cabinets of equipment with hundreds of unique parts. The SPG generates frequency-modulated pulses for transmission, spectrum inversion, and pulse compression; performs sidelobe reduction; as well as compares and processes track signals, multiplexing, and signal conversion. Extensive alignment and maintenance are necessary to maintain proper signal reception and analog-digital conversion. | ||
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== FPQ-16 Phased Array Radar == | == FPQ-16 Phased Array Radar == | ||
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[[File:PAR Bldg Profile.jpg|thumb|left|350px|FPQ-16 Building Profile]] | |||
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* [http://www.militaryaerospace.com/articles/2012/02/air-force-to-upgrade-pave-paws-and-bmews-and-parc-radar-systems.html Military Aerospace - Air Force eyes upgrades to PAVE PAWS, BMEWS, and PARCS ballistic missile warning radar 1 Feb 2012] | * [http://www.militaryaerospace.com/articles/2012/02/air-force-to-upgrade-pave-paws-and-bmews-and-parc-radar-systems.html Military Aerospace - Air Force eyes upgrades to PAVE PAWS, BMEWS, and PARCS ballistic missile warning radar 1 Feb 2012] | ||
* [https://www.fbo.gov/index?s=opportunity&mode=form&id=2f3973d6a7d33a330f489cad72702494&tab=core&_cview=0 FedBizOpps - PAVE PAWS, BMEWS, and PARCS Radar Systems] | * [https://www.fbo.gov/index?s=opportunity&mode=form&id=2f3973d6a7d33a330f489cad72702494&tab=core&_cview=0 FedBizOpps - PAVE PAWS, BMEWS, and PARCS Radar Systems] | ||
* [ | * [[Bad Links]] /museum/equip.php Radar Equipment] | ||
* [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/AN/FPQ-16_PARCS Wikipedia - AN/FPQ-16 PARCS] | * [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/AN/FPQ-16_PARCS Wikipedia - AN/FPQ-16 PARCS] | ||
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FPQ-16 Long Range Phased Array Radar Set - A one-of-a-kind very long range Phased Array Radar set built by General Electric. Also known as Perimeter Acquisition Radar Attack Characterization System (PARCS). The primary mission of PARCS is to provide warning assessment data on all SLBMs and ICBMs in its coverage area. It also provides space vehicle surveillance, tracking and identification to the North American Aerospace Defense Command (NORAD) at Peterson Air Force Base, Colorado, as well as to USSTRATCOM and regional combatant commanders.
TechnologyThis radar can detect targets within a volume of 140 degrees azimuth and an elevation scan of approximately 93 degrees.   PARCS and the FPQ-16 were built in the early 1970s, and its signal processing has received only superficial fixes since the site went online in 1975. PARCS uses 1960s-era technology, which is not widely used. Few sources are available for depot-level repair on failed components.
  The PARCS signal processing group (SPG) consists of 10 cabinets of equipment with hundreds of unique parts. The SPG generates frequency-modulated pulses for transmission, spectrum inversion, and pulse compression; performs sidelobe reduction; as well as compares and processes track signals, multiplexing, and signal conversion. Extensive alignment and maintenance are necessary to maintain proper signal reception and analog-digital conversion.
FPQ-16 Phased Array Radar
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