The "Roman Temple" System [Interesting]

Israel Defense Forces ^ | March 26, 2003 | IDF Spokesperson's Unit

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March 26, 2003

The "Roman Temple" System

The "Roman Temple," system developed by the Israeli defense establishment, is comprised of multiple camera and viewing positions located in populated regions. The system, which has been tested by the Homefront Command, is operational and capable of providing coverage of a wide area.

In the event of a missile attack, the cameras of the "Roman Temple" system will photograph fallen missiles or missile fragments. The images are then transmitted to a control center located in the Homefront Command, enabling the precise location of a fallen missile to be pinpointed within a short period of time.

The "Roman Temple" system will expedite the response time of rescue teams, and will reduce the time in which citizens outside of the area of impact have to remain in protective spaces, sealed rooms, or shelters.


The "Roman Temple" and the "Status of the Homefront" Systems

The "Roman Temple" system operates in conjunction with the "Status of the Homefront" system, which comprehensively manages events, via the integration of national information, including the status of roads, buildings, and emergency services.

Thus, in the event of a missile strike, the Homefront Command is provided with precise and updated data regarding the population and health infrastructure in the area of impact. The "Status of the Homefront Command" also enables the Homefront Command to view the movement of rescue personnel in real-time.


Operational Details of "The Status of the Homefront" System

The "Status of the Homefront System" operates as follows:

• When a missile launch is detected, warnings as to where it will land are provided.
  
• The "Status of the Homefront" system then presents the location of the nearest hospitals, emergency services, schools, public facilities, buildings (including their design, demographic information, as well as the number of residents), gas stations, and the main water and electric lines.
  

In the event of a non-conventional attack, the "Status of the Homefront" system aids in mapping the affected area by relaying meteorological data, such as temperature, wind speed, and direction.


Early Warning Systems

The Homefront Command, aided by information garnered from the "Arrow" system "Green Pine" radar and satellites, is able to provide real-time, early warning, to the population regarding a missile or air attack.

Following are additional components of the overall defensive posture, which provide the most effective protection for the citizens of the State of Israel:

• A sophisticated early warning system.
  
• Arrow and Patriot anti-missile batteries deployed throughout the country.
  
• Detection and purification teams and protective measures for the population.
  

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