The Phalanx CIWS (SEE-wiz) is an automated gun-based close-in weapon system to defend military watercraft automatically against incoming threats such as aircraft, missiles, and small boats. It was designed and manufactured by the General Dynamics Corporation, Pomona Division, [3] later a part of Raytheon.

A close-in weapon system (CIWS / ˈ s iː w ɪ z / SEE-wiz) [1] is a point-defense weapon system for detecting and destroying short-range incoming missiles and enemy aircraft which have penetrated the outer defenses, typically mounted on a naval ship.

Phalanx CIWS Close-In Weapon System is a computer-controlled, radar-guided gun that can destroy incoming anti-ship missiles and other land and sea-based threats. It counters anti-ship missiles and urgent threats that have breached other defenses.

Consisting of a radar-guided 20 mm (0.79 in) Gatling gun mounted on a swiveling base, the Phalanx has been used by Navies around the world. The CIWS is designed to be the last line of defense...

Aug 10, 2020 · The ubiquitous Phalanx close-in weapon system (CIWS) provides warships a last line of defence against missiles, aircraft and small boats. Upgraded over time, it has been in service for 38 years with the Royal Navy.

Jul 7, 2011 · The MK 15 Phalanx Close-In Weapons System (CIWS - pronounced "sea-whiz") is a fast-reaction, rapid-fire 20-millimeter gun system that provides US Navy ships with a terminal defense against...

The Phalanx CIWS is a rapid-fire, computer-controlled, radar-guided weapon system designed as the last line of defence for sea- going vessels against incoming threats. Become a Simple History...

The MK 15 Phalanx provides ships protection against incoming missiles and aircraft. [vi] It is composed of six 20mm gun barrels, and fires up to a rate of 4,500 rounds per minute. The Phalanx is also equipped with its own search radar and tracking radar, which allows for the system to work independently of other systems.

Feb 6, 2025 · 현대 CIWS는 화망을 만들어 적을 잡는 게 아니라 경로를 계산하여 최단시간 내에 저격해 격추시키는 물건에 가깝다. 2km가 넘는 거리에서 표적을 획득하고, 돈틀리스보다 훨씬 작고, 훨씬 빠른 미사일을 요격하는 팰렁스가 미사일과 비교하면 한없이 느려터진 ...

Nov 3, 2014 · CIWS was designed to provide a last ditch, close-in weapon to defend against anti-ship missiles. The gun has no deck penetration and is self-contained (other than ship’s utilities). It has its own radar that tracks both the target and its …