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GAMAS is a family of acoustic systems developed to meet anti-submarine warfare requirements for maritime patrol aircraft. The system includes sonobuoy processing, acoustic processing for detection and classification of submarines, and data recording for analysis.

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GAMAS

GAMAS is a family of acoustic systems developed to meet anti-submarine warfare requirements for maritime patrol aircraft. The system includes sonobuoy processing, acoustic processing for detection and classification of submarines, and data recording for analysis.

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GAMAS

Avionics

AIRBORNE MODULAR ACOUSTIC SYSTEM


GAMAS is a family of Acoustic Systems developed KEY FEATURES
to meet the requirements of a wide range of Anti-
Submarine Warefare (ASW) missions for maritime ▪▪ Sonobuoy localisation capability
patrol fixed and rotary wing aircraft. The GAMAS ▪▪ Monitoring of both passive and active sonobuoys
family includes the Sonobuoy sub-system for the OTS- ▪▪ Search, detection, localisation and classification of
90 Sonic System which is operational on the NFH-90 submarines with both active and passive sonobuoy
helicopter. operation capabilities
▪▪ Target range, bearing and Doppler velocity
computation
▪▪ Automatic tracking of multiple targets
▪▪ Sound velocity profile and environment noise
measurement
▪▪ Acoustic performance estimation
▪▪ Classification library management.

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GAMAS

SYSTEM COMPOSITION Sonobuoy VHF Receiver


The VHF Receiver demodulates RF signals and sends
The standard system architecture comprises a base band signal to the Acoustic Processor.
powerful Sonobuoy Processor, a VHF receiver (with
optional SLS) and a Digital Recorder. Configurations at Main characteristics include:
16, 32 and 64 Channels are available in order to meet ▪▪ High sensitivity / wide dynamic range
the most demanding MPA requirements. ▪▪ Excellent out-of-band rejection
▪▪ Low inter modulation
Acoustic Processor ▪▪ Linear phase shift
The Acoustic Processor performs passive and active ▪▪ Low acoustic noise generation
processing, audio processing, tracking algorithms, ▪▪ Comprehensive Built-In-Test
localisation and classification of targets. ▪▪ Built in simulation / training capabilities

It features: Acoustic Data Recorder


▪▪ Open system architecture based on COTS boards The Acoustic Data Recorder provides long-term data/
▪▪ Video Processing and stereo audio for two acoustic signals storage for on-board and off-board analysis
operators with key features that include:
▪▪ Processing capability for the following sonobuoys: ▪▪ Ultra compact and light weight configuration
–– LOFAR ▪▪ Large storage capacity (28Gb cartridge available)
–– VLAD ▪▪ Simultaneous acquisition of time code
–– BT ▪▪ Easy data download/playback
–– VLA
–– BARRA
–– ANM
–– DIFAR
–– DICASS
▪▪ Command generator for DICASS active sonobuoy
through client/server model
▪▪ Interface to Mission Data Bus (MIL-STD 1553B)
▪▪ Interface with intercom system for active sonobuoy
command transmission and audio output
▪▪ Dedicated interface for the management of classified
data (classification library)

For more information please email [email protected]


Leonardo S.p.a.
Via delle Officine Galileo, 1 - 50013 Campi Bisenzio (Fl) - Italy - Tel: +39 055 89501 - Fax: +39 055 8950600
This publication is issued to provide outline information only and is supplied without liability for errors or omissions. No part of it may be reproduced or used unless
authorised in writing. We reserve the right to modify or revise all or part of this document without notice.
2017 © Leonardo S.p.a. leonardocompany.com ASS MM07899 1-17

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