what will be changes in concept of naval operations with induction of Long Range Surface to Air missiles?

Question

especially pertaining to indian navy

Answer 1

There are several limitations to Surface-to-Air missiles (SAMs). Modern missiles are commonly semi-active homing. They need the firing unit to actively illuminate the target with a missile fire-control director throughout the flight. If a guiding director shuts down then the missiles still in flight will self-destruct. So the number of intercepts a unit can simultaneously prosecute are limited by the number of directors possessed, and clearly exposed the firing unit to counterattack.

Answer 2

The changes are already under way. Ships are getting smaller, as well as the crews that man them. Everything is becoming an automated missile platform.

And with longer range technology, the Navy will be able to strike even in the middle of the largest continents, without risking the lives of American troops. This gives us better options for fast attacks on time-sensitive targets, such as terrorist hideouts.

For example, if you keep ships stationed around the world's oceans, you can choose the closest platform for the quickest flight. This eliminates the need to launch a plane from the U.S., then fly to theater and launch its missiles.

It also eliminates the cost of expensive carrier operations. Who needs a bunch of strike aircraft when you can use satelite and high altitude spy planes for targeting? Once the target is spotted, just push the button and go.

Answer 3

I feel that there will be huge changes. Technology has increased the computer abilities in Missile capability beyond anything envisioned in the 80's or 90's. We now have AC that can be programed to fly missions without a pilot on board. Missiles will be programed to fly certain "standby" mode flights, awaiting a target to attack. These missiles will probably be a dual mode type, either SAM or Air to ground abilities. Naval fleets will have to deploy differently, etc.

Answer 4

well considering this is my field in the military today i'm surprised by the answers you've recieved thus far! the fact is with satelitte, active, semi-active and passive homing missiles (and don't forget our anti-ballistic missile methods) concepts will not change as anyone working with explosives or any type of security administration can tell you... physical preence is number one on the ladder of force... here's a basic example... knowing there's a ship somewhere that can hit where you are with a missile.... let's just say 'out of site, out of mind' whereas if there's a ship sitting next to your city you are reminded everyday... there it is...

Answer 5

Long range air-to-surface missles, like the AS-4, Harpoon
or Tomahawk (a cruise missle) combined with satellite
targeting systems.