A directional sonobuoy system for submarine detection

This article outlines the methods of detecting and locating submarines. Special attention is paid to the airborne system utilizing directional sonobuoys. The article discusses operating principles of such systems, a method of detecting and estimating the approach direction of the acoustic wave emitted by the vessel, and practical visualization methods. The article is related to the successful development of a Polish prototype of a directional sonobuoy acoustic system processor.