The Type 054B frigate built at the Hudong Shipyard in China made its debut, and its ** attracted widespread attention on the Internet. The Type 054B's radar system has been significantly upgraded compared to the Type 054A frigate, with the most prominent change being the introduction of the S-band two-sided array phased array radar, a new system that replaces the "topplate" radar on the Type 054A. In addition, the Type 054B adds a double-sided shield fast reaction radar to the composite radome of the rear mast, and the iconic ** radar no longer appears on the top of the bridge.
* Taiwan radar, formerly known as mineral-me radar, is an over-the-horizon radar system introduced to China with the introduction of Russian modern-class destroyers. This radar is known for its over-the-horizon detection capabilities, capable of detecting areas that are inaccessible to ordinary radars limited by the curvature of the Earth. The LJQ-366 radar, that is, the localized "Mineral" radar, has been widely equipped on China's 051C, 052 series destroyers and 054 series frigates, and has become the standard configuration of China's navy ** boats.
The over-the-horizon detection capability of the LJQ-366 radar is critical for the air defense of ships, especially when fighting ultra-low-altitude penetration targets. This radar is capable of using the phenomenon of atmospheric waveguides to propagate electromagnetic waves through a special water vapor saturation layer to achieve long-range detection. For example, under ideal conditions, the "Mineral" radar is capable of detecting targets at a distance of 250 kilometers with an error of only about 50 meters.
The absence of the H LJQ-054 radar on the Type 366B frigate has sparked a discussion about whether its radar system has advanced or regressed. If the Type 054B does not integrate the capabilities of the H LJQ-366 radar into the new radar system, it will be a significant technological regression, since this will lead to blind spots in the ultra-low-altitude area. However, taking into account the continuous innovation of radar technology by the Chinese Navy, it is generally believed that the radar system of the Type 054B frigate has integrated the functions of atmospheric waveguide radar, thus maintaining over-the-horizon detection capabilities.
The upgrade of the radar system of the Type 054B frigate reflects the importance that the Chinese Navy attaches to informatization and precision strike capabilities in the conditions of modern warfare. Through these technological advancements, the Chinese Navy's ships will be able to more effectively respond to diverse threats and improve their maritime combat capabilities. In the future, with the application of more advanced technologies, the Chinese Navy's radar system will continue to evolve to adapt to the rapidly changing strategic environment.