American company "Torch Technology" has produced a simulation model of the Chinese HQ-22 air defense missile system, with the purpose of "enhancing the realism of US military training and exercises."
The HQ-22 is a new air defense missile system independently developed by China, with a maximum range of about 170 kilometers. The characteristics of the HQ-22 include layered radar and missile interception capabilities. The US Air Force hopes to improve its ability to respond through the simulation model of the HQ-22. US Air Force officials have previously stated that realistic threat systems are crucial for pilots to identify advanced air defense systems they may encounter in high-threat operational environments.
This is not the first time that the US Air Force has produced simulation models of Chinese weapons for drills. In July this year, the US Air Force also demonstrated a highly realistic simulation model of the HQ-16 air defense missile system, which was also used for training US pilots.
"Torch Technology" company said that they are not only making exquisite simulation models, but also simulating radar and infrared signals, providing more challenging and realistic training targets for the US military.
Through the HQ-16, HQ-22, and other highly realistic Chinese weapon models that may appear in the future, the US Air Force is building a more diverse threat target library to train pilots and sensor operators on how to counter Chinese weapons.
Original: www.toutiao.com/article/1840081460964416/
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