5 Questions
Which defense system failed to track and intercept the Scud that hit the Army barracks in Dhahran, Saudi Arabia on February 25, 1991?
The Patriot defense system
What is the name of the electronic detection device in the Patriot defense system?
Range gate
How does the Patriot missile calculate its location to intercept the Scud?
Based on the velocity of the Scud and the last time the radar detected the Scud
What is the length of the fixed point register in the Patriot missile system?
24 bits
What is the exact value of the representation 0.0001100110011001100110011 of 1/10 in the 24-fixed point register?
209715/2097152
Test your knowledge on the Patriot defense system's failure to intercept an Iraqi Scud in 1991. Explore the cause behind this tragic incident and learn about the crucial role of the range gate in detecting targets.
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