Israel Aerospace Industries Unveils Diamond Naval Defense Concept
Israel Aerospace Industries announced a new naval defense system called Diamond on May 20. The concept uses containerized modules on existing ships and smaller vessels to add missiles, sensors, and loitering munitions.
jpost.comIsrael Aerospace Industries announced a new naval defense concept called Diamond on May 20. The system places networked, containerized modules on existing frigates and smaller vessels to add missile interceptors, loitering munitions, and sensors. The modules fit standard shipping container dimensions. They can be installed, swapped, or reconfigured within hours according to mission needs.
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IAI described Diamond as a distributed warfare solution that expands the power of modern frigates. The design connects a command-and-control mother ship with satellite vessels carrying additional systems. This approach allows forces to configure capabilities quickly without permanent ship modifications.
The company stated the setup provides greater firepower, operational flexibility, and rapid response.
An IAI video showed missile interceptors on pallets and loitering munitions striking simulated targets. One sequence depicted systems similar to the company's Harop loitering munition engaging mobile launchers near a waterway. The announcement noted that the modular systems support continuous modernization in response to emerging threats.
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Navies could add missile and sensor capabilities to existing ships without major refits.
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