SYSTEM DESCRIPTION

Australia's strategic policy places high priority on achieving continuous, effective, real-time surveillance of aircraft and ships in Australia's maritime approaches. An integrated all-weather detection and identification system to achieve this objective will rely on a range of sensors, platforms and capabilities. High frequency surface wave radar (HFSWR) offers a low risk, low cost solution for Exclusive Economic Zone Surveillance.

The Daronmont HF Radar, identified as Surface-wave Extended Coastal Area Radar (SECAR), is an indigenous capability for off-shore surveillance.

Engineering technologies such as surface wave radar (HFSWR) offer significant potential for new surveillance options. Proven in trials, surface wave radar provides an affordable solution to the detection and tracking of surface vessels and low flying aircraft. SECAR can be integrated as part of any radar or situational awareness network.