Mk 15 Phalanx CIWS

GPTKB entity

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Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:weapon
gptkbp:bfsLayer 5
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:USS_Rafael_Peralta
gptkbp:allows limited range compared to other systems
gptkbp:caliber 20 mm
gptkbp:combat_role point defense
gptkbp:controls multiple variants available
automatic fire control system
gun system
gptkbp:cooling_system air-cooled system
gptkbp:countermeasures close-in defense against threats
gptkbp:deployment gptkb:USS_Coral_Sea
gptkb:starship
deployed on various classes of ships
gptkbp:design modular design
gptkbp:exported_to various allied nations
gptkbp:features radar-guided targeting system
gptkbp:feedback positive feedback from operators
gptkbp:fighting_style effective against fast-moving threats
used in combat simulations for training
gptkbp:game_components gun mount and radar system
gptkbp:guidance_system electronic guidance system
gptkbp:has_documentation detailed operational manuals available
gptkbp:height approximately 10 feet
gptkbp:historical_event developed in the 1970s
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Mk 15 Phalanx CIWS
gptkbp:integrates_with integrated with ship's combat system
gptkbp:is_aimed_at track while scan
gptkbp:is_compatible_with technical support available from manufacturer
gptkbp:is_designed_for defense against anti-ship missiles
gptkbp:is_integrated_with integrated with other defense systems
gptkbp:is_tested_for extensively tested before deployment
gptkbp:is_used_by gptkb:battle
gptkbp:length gptkb:M61_Vulcan_ammunition
gptkbp:location naval bases
gptkbp:maintenance regular maintenance required
gptkbp:manufacturer gptkb:Raytheon
gptkbp:notable_battle used in various conflicts
gptkbp:operational_area naval combat
gptkbp:operational_status gptkb:1976
currently in service
gptkbp:performance high rate of fire
gptkbp:powers electrical power supply
gptkbp:price costly to install and maintain
gptkbp:radar gptkb:AN/_SPY-1
gptkbp:range 2000 meters
gptkbp:rate_of_fire 4500 rounds per minute
gptkbp:reliability high reliability in combat situations
gptkbp:safety_features safety interlocks
gptkbp:sensor infrared and radar sensors
gptkbp:successor gptkb:Phalanx_Block_1_B
gptkbp:targets aircraft and missiles
gptkbp:training military training facilities
operator training required
extensive operator training required
gptkbp:type autonomous
gptkbp:upgrades planned upgrades for enhanced capabilities
Block 1 B upgrade
gptkbp:weight approximately 13,000 pounds
gptkbp:width approximately 8 feet