In the Tracking RADAR operation sequence, which phase comes after Acquisition?

In the Tracking RADAR operation sequence, which phase comes after Acquisition?

• A. Track
• B. Designation
• C. Engage
• D. Acquire

Answer: (A)

In a Tracking radar sequence, the next phase after acquiring the target is to establish and maintain a track. This means the radar keeps the target within the beam and continuously updates the target’s state—its position, velocity, and possibly acceleration—using successive measurements. The track phase tightens the estimate, reduces uncertainty, and provides a stable line-of-sight and a reliable fire-control solution. Only after a solid track is established would you move on to designation (selecting the target for guidance) and then to engaging. The option that repeats acquisition isn’t part of the sequence after you’ve already acquired the target, so it doesn’t fit as the next phase.

In a Tracking radar sequence, the next phase after acquiring the target is to establish and maintain a track. This means the radar keeps the target within the beam and continuously updates the target’s state—its position, velocity, and possibly acceleration—using successive measurements. The track phase tightens the estimate, reduces uncertainty, and provides a stable line-of-sight and a reliable fire-control solution. Only after a solid track is established would you move on to designation (selecting the target for guidance) and then to engaging. The option that repeats acquisition isn’t part of the sequence after you’ve already acquired the target, so it doesn’t fit as the next phase.