MK 92 FIRE CONTROL SYSTEM
FLOYD N. RYAN, JACK BERLIN · Naval Engineers Journal · 1979
ABSTRACT The MK 92 Fire Control System (FCS) & a new, integrated, highly reliable and light‐weight U.S. Navy Fire Control System for missile and gun control. This system, which is in production for the FFG, PCG, PGG and PHM Ship Classes, provides the detection and automation required for modern naval warfare. Search radar data & presented at a very high rate at the operator's console, a highly integrated man‐machine interface. Utilization of monopulse and “track‐while‐scan” techniques result in multiple target tracking capability. The system console(s) offer a self‐contained command and control capability and, in addition, standard digital computer channels provide the versatile interface with the ship's command and control, integrating the complete engagement process. Error cancellation techniques are employed to obtain high performance accuracy even under severe environmental conditions. The low manning requirement for both operation and maintenance is a key system attribute for all applications. Comprehensive “at‐sea” evaluations, performed by the U.S. Navy, demonstrated successful system operation in all modes of surveillance, multi‐target tracking and simultaneous missile and gun engagements. The “at‐sea” performance record of the FCS MK 92 was cited by the Chief of Naval Operations to have established new standards for Naval Surface Weapons Systems.