|
The Controlled Aerial Delivery System is a precision guided parachute system used for delivery of cargo from air to a pre-determined position on the ground. Loads can be released as far as 25km from drop zone, allowing the despatching aircraft to remain at safe altitude and distance thus not compromising the mission in hand.
The system uses a ram air parachute connected to an Airborne Guided Unit which receives coded radio commands and converts them into steering actions. The payload is suspended beneath the guidance unit. Control is accomplished in one of three ways; manual or automatic from a ground transmitter or in-flight by a following parachutist.
Control security and safety is assured by coded radio signals. If the Airborne Guidance unit does not receive the correct coded signal then it automatically goes into failsafe mode until the correct signal is received.
The system functions in both High Altitude High Opening (HAHO) and High Altitude Low Opening modes from altitudes in excess of 25,000 feet.
Ease of maintenance has been considered from the outset; the system being of simple modulated construction allowing easy logistic support. System ruggedness means that CADS is completely reusable offering the user real value for money.
CADS currently serves several armed forces around the world and continues to demonstrate its flexibility in a variety of situations.
|
