AIDSS, a distress SONAR for subamarines

Q.  Which of the following is a SONAR system for submarines?
- Published on 18 Nov 16

a. HUMSA
b. AIDSS
c. ABHAY
d. HUMSA UG

ANSWER: AIDSS
 
  • NPOL has also developed AIDSS, a distress SONAR that is an Emergency Sound Signaling Device which is used to indicate that a submarine is in distress and enable quick rescue and salvage.
  • It is a life-saving alarm system designed to transmit SONAR signals of a pre-designated frequency and pulse shape in an emergency situation from a submarine for long period, so as to attract the attention of Passive SONARS of Ships or Submarines in the vicinity and all types of standard rescue vessels in operation. It is also provided with a transponder capability.

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