ATP-3-09-12 Field Artillery Counterfire and Weapons Locating Radar Operations Download
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Glossary 26 October 2021 ATP 3-09.12 Glossary-5 target acquisition (DOD) The detection, identification, and location of a target in sufficient detail to permit the effective employment of capabilities that create the required effects. Also called TA. See also target anlysis. (JP 3-60) target area of interest (DOD) The geographical area where high-value targets can be acquired and engaged by friendly forces. Also called TAI. (JP 2-01.3) targeting (DOD) The process of selecting and prioritizing targets and matching the appropriate response to them, considering operational requirements and capabilities. (JP 3-0) weapons locating radar (Army) A continuous target acquistion counterbattery system that detects in-flight projectiles, and communicates point of origin and point of impact locations. (FM 3-09)