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RAF - Stingray (302 words) |
 | The Sting Ray is a lightweight, air-launched, electrically-powered, homing torpedo carried by the Nimrod MR2 and MRA4 for use against either deep ocean or coastal water submarine targets. |
| The Sting Ray is an autonomous weapon which, having received pre-launch, search pattern information from the launch aircraft, uses its active sonar and tactical software to search for, localise and attack its submarine target. |
| The torpedo is able to determine the target’s speed, heading and depth, thus enabling the weapon to select the best attack-profile and optimum impact angle to ensure the torpedo’s shaped charge works to maximum effect when penetrating a submarine’s hull. |
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Stingray - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia (596 words) |
| Rays swim with a "flying" motion, propelled by motion of their large pectoral fins (commonly referred to as "wings"). |
| It is possible for ray stings to be fatal if they sever major arteries, are in the chest or pelvic region, or are improperly treated. |
| Rays may be caught on a fishing line, using small crabs as bait, and are often caught accidentally; they may also be speared from above. |
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