Patriot System Description
The Patriot operates as part of a battalion usually composed of six batteries. Each battery is made up of one ground-based radar unit for surveillance and target detection, tracking, and engagement; an Engagement Control Station for manual or automated command and control of the missile interceptors; eight missile launchers; and a Communications Relay Group for communications support. An Information Coordination Center controls the batteries and coordinates their operation with other battalions and higher level U.S. Command authorities.