RTX’s Raytheon has rolled out a new variant of its combat-tested APG-82 radar, this time built with gallium nitride (GaN) for increased range and effectiveness.
Dubbed the APG-82(V)X, the latest version brings expanded air-to-air, air-to-ground, and electronic warfare (EW) capabilities.
GaN semiconductors boost range without demanding additional power, while an open architecture design ensures the system can fit current aircraft and evolve with future platforms.
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