The DUBV 43C towed array sonar of La Motte-Picquet (D 645). A towed array sonar is a system of hydrophones towed behind a submarine or a surface ship on a cable. [1]

Oct 14, 2024 · This new generation of digital towed sonar arrays was developed to provide high-resolution target detection at greater ranges and higher towing speeds. The 9080 thin-line towed array has an outside diameter of just one inch.

A towed array sonar is a vital sensor used by submarines and anti-submarine warfare surface defense. Due to the sounds produced by submarines as they move through water or noise from internal systems in operation, there is a need to detect other sounds from external sources.

Our leading-edge towed array solutions incorporate both passive and low-frequency active sonar technology, providing the greatest possible detection capability to protect ships from underwater threats.

The towing and handling system combines the active source and passive towed array to achieve a single “short scope” tow. This provides rapid response to ship maneuvers and is effective in the littoral, shallow water environment where other towed arrays are ineffective.

2 days ago · Thales Australia’s BlueSentry thin-line towed array is a next-generation sonar payload designed and manufactured to enhance ASW and maritime domain awareness. It employs world-class acoustic sensor technology for both active and passive applications, along with advanced signal processing, recording, and reporting capabilities.

Mar 24, 2025 · The synergy between the towed array and the Merlin’s reach is formidable and capable of prosecuting targets beyond the horizon. The frigate typically deploys its Sonar 2087 in a patrol pattern, streaming the arrays and listening for the acoustic footprint of the adversary boat.

1 day ago · MILAN — Thales Australia has partnered with Saildrone to integrate a towed array sonar system with the Surveyor unmanned surface vessel, promising navies the ability to pinpoint underwater ...

2 days ago · Thales Australia’s BlueSentry thin-line towed sonar array has been successfully integrated into Saildrone’s Surveyor-class Uncrewed Surface Vehicle (USV), demonstrating exceptional operational performance during a weeks-long mission conducted off the United States. Saildrone successfully and autonomously supported a towed array capable of waging long-range Intelligence, Surveillance, and ...

What is a Towed array sonar? A towed array sonar is a system of hydrophone s towed behind a submarine or a surface ship on a cable.