This is the story of one of the most challenging programs of the Cold War era. Combining the knowledge and craftsmanship of engineering, naval architecture, ocean science, and operational expertise, the AN/SQS-26 program’s success was a key factor in the U.S. Navy’s quest for ASW superiority. As with any undertaking of this scale, there needed […]
This is the story of one of the most challenging programs of the Cold War era. Combining the knowledge and craftsmanship of engineering, naval architecture, ocean science, and operational expertise, the AN/SQS-26 program’s success was a key factor in the U.S. Navy’s quest for ASW superiority. As with any undertaking of this scale, there needed to be a “hero,” an individual within the organization who had the vision, in-depth knowledge, perseverance, and voice to steer the sonar program through the difficult design, development, testing, and operational employment stages. That hero was Thaddeus G. Bell at the Naval Underwater Systems Center, New London, CT.
Above was a quote from Rear Admiral (retired) Richard Pittenger , who was also a leader in the field of Navy sonar.
You can purchase the book from Peninsula Publishing.
Peninsula Publishing
26666 Birch Hill Way
Los Altos Hills, CA 94022
(650) 948-2511 phone
(680) 948-5004 fax
cwiseman@peninsulapublishing.com
Download parts of the book here
3 thoughts on “Probing the Ocean for Submarines. A History of the AN/SQS-26 Long-Range, Echo-Ranging Sonar.”
I have worked in sonar and underwater acoustics since 1970. I found the book entertaining to read and recognize many of the names of the people mentioned in the book. The book illustrates the types of technical problems encountered in building a complex system and the solutions that were found. I recommend buying and reading the book.
Just bought the book. I repaired this system while serving on the USS W.S.Sims from 1979 to 1981. The Navy screwed up when they put the preamplifiers in an un air conditioned space. The capacitors leaked and damaged the amplifier boards. Had to steal, beg, and borrow parts to repair most of the boards.
I also fixed the sonar switch gear with a rubber band once.
This is the story of one of the most challenging programs of the Cold War era. Combining the knowledge and craftsmanship of engineering, naval architecture, ocean science, and operational expertise, the AN/SQS-26 program’s success was a key factor in the U.S. Navy’s quest for ASW superiority. As with any undertaking of this scale, there needed to be a “hero,” an individual within the organization who had the vision, in-depth knowledge, perseverance, and voice to steer the sonar program through the difficult design, development, testing, and operational employment stages. That hero was Thaddeus G. Bell at the Naval Underwater Systems Center, New London, CT.
Above was a quote from Rear Admiral (retired) Richard Pittenger , who was also a leader in the field of Navy sonar.
You can purchase the book from Peninsula Publishing.
Peninsula Publishing
26666 Birch Hill Way
Los Altos Hills, CA 94022
(650) 948-2511 phone
(680) 948-5004 fax
cwiseman@peninsulapublishing.com
Download parts of the book here
I have worked in sonar and underwater acoustics since 1970. I found the book entertaining to read and recognize many of the names of the people mentioned in the book. The book illustrates the types of technical problems encountered in building a complex system and the solutions that were found. I recommend buying and reading the book.
Jim Jenkins
ATIcourses.com
Just bought the book. I repaired this system while serving on the USS W.S.Sims from 1979 to 1981. The Navy screwed up when they put the preamplifiers in an un air conditioned space. The capacitors leaked and damaged the amplifier boards. Had to steal, beg, and borrow parts to repair most of the boards.
I also fixed the sonar switch gear with a rubber band once.