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Major radar changes require 'illuminators' to support Evolved Sea Sparrow Missiles in protecting carriers. The USS John F. Kennedy, a future Ford-class carrier, is bringing back a key feature from the Nimitz-class. This change aims to enhance the missile's effectiveness.
The integration of 'illuminators' with Evolved Sea Sparrow Missiles is crucial for the defense of carriers, highlighting the importance of adaptive radar technologies in naval warfare.
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