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NSP‑3 Radar System

Compact, all-weather, multi-mode SAR/MTI radar for Group 2–3 UAVs

Easy Integration & Installation

IMSAR’s radar solutions are used in a variety of mission-critical operations:
  • Modular “ModSAR” design: radar electronics fit in a compact 2U payload bay, with antenna in a separate external pod—only requires power, Ethernet, and GPS.
  • Configurable mounting: externally pod-mounted, saddle-bag, or deeply integrated—custom options available.
  • Rapid integration record: successfully fitted to over 25 platforms including Aero­s­onde, ScanEagle, Perimeter‑8, and King Air.

The NSP‑3 is IMSAR’s next-generation NanoSAR™ radar—offering synthetic aperture radar (SAR), ground moving target indication (GMTI/MTI), coherent change detection (CCD), and maritime-moving target indication (MMTI) in a low‑SWaP (size, weight, power) format—ideal for Group 2–3 UAS.

Size, Weight & Power (SWaP)

  • Electronics pod: 16.8 × 10.9 × 7.7 cm
  • Antenna: 9.5 cm × 77.6 cm
  • Weight: ~3 kg (6.7 lb)
  • Power: 81 W @ 28 VDC


Performance & Operational Modes

  • Frequency: Ku-band (12–18 GHz)
  • Range Resolution: 0.1–10 m selectable
  • SAR Imaging Range: up to ~16 km @ 1 m resolution
  • MTI Vehicle Detection: ~6–7 km range; Maritime Tracking: up to ~41 nm (~75 km)
  • Maritime Detection/Geo‑location: ~104 nm (192 km)

Multi‑Mode Versatility

Supports flexible operational modes including:

  • Stripmap, Spotlight, and Wide‑Area SAR
  • Coherent Change Detection (CCD) and non‑coherent MCD
  • GMTI/MTI for vehicles & dismounts
  • MMTI with tracking & ISAR classification in maritime domains

Seamless Software & Command

  • Lisa 3D C2 & PED: intuitive pre‑mission planning, real-time data ingestion (EO/IR/AIS), on-the-fly mode switch, post‑mission analysis & export.
  • Radar Control API: integrates with third‑party systems—slew-to-AOI, trigger collection, pull real-time products.
  • Optional real‑time downlink via datalink or onboard storage.

 

Why Choose NSP‑3?

  • Unmatched portability: ultra-low SWaP makes it ideal for lightweight UAS applications.
  • Day/night, all-weather performance: reliable ISR in fog, smoke, darkness, and maritime conditions.
  • Rigorous integration history: proven across 25+ platforms including ScanEagle & Aerosonde
  • Enhanced intelligence collection: SAR, MTI, CCD, & ISAR in one compact system.
 

Key Applications

Ideal for:
  • Land surveillance & route reconnaissance
  • Maritime domain awareness & coastal monitoring
  • Counter-narcotics, smuggling interdiction
  • Search & rescue operations
  • Infrastructure & utility inspection
  • Wildfire mapping & environmental monitoring

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