BCIS (Battlefield Combat Identification System) (part of BFIST)

BCIS (Battlefield Combat Identification System) (part of BFIST)

SYSTEM DESCRIPTION

SYSTEM PARAMETERS

The BCIS is composed of a transponder/interrogator assembly which is

Power: 60 W average

used to identify friendly forces during combat. This system utilizes a

directional narrow-beam slotted-waveguide array antenna and an

omnidirectional resonant dipole antenna. Both antennas are positioned

atop the vehicle turret.

SYSTEM HAZARDS

HAZARD CONTROLS (to reduce or eliminate risk)

Power Density Levels (PDL) ....

This system is not able to produce potentially hazardous PDLs in excess of the safety

standard.

Other................................

Consult the equipment Technical Manual for other operator and/or maintenance hazards.

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