Basiert IDAS auf dem vor gut zwanzig Jahren eingestellten Lenkflugkörper "Polyphem"?
Test firings of the fibre-optic guided missile system Polyphem prove functional capabilities of latest technologies. (1. Juni 2001)
In conjunction with the German shipyard HDW and Kongsberg (Norway), EADS/LFK is proceeding with the development of the submarine launched variant of Polyphem, named Triton. This missile system is unique in the world as for the first time in history a missile will be available to submarines which allows self defence against both, sea targets and aerial targets (helicopters, MPAs). In addition Triton can engage any type of target ashore (coastal batteries, harbour facilities, etc.).
Many navies have expressed their interest in deploying Triton with their submarine fleets. Currently the Triton is undergoing a serial of trials. The results of the most recent tests confirm that Triton will fulfil the challenging objectives. The validation and demonstration phase will begin with firings from underwater platforms, followed by test launches from a diving submarine (Type HDW-206).
