What is the objective of the time portion of the precision registration?

The objective of the time portion of the precision registration is to improve the accuracy of artillery fire by confirming the elevation and adjustment of the weapon systems. Firing four rounds with the same data 20 meters above the registration point allows for a more thorough assessment of the effects of the fire and enables adjustments to be made based on the observed impacts.

By conducting this process with four rounds instead of fewer, it enhances the reliability of the data collected, ensuring that any variances can be accounted for, which provides a more accurate final adjustment for subsequent fire missions. The height of 20 meters above the registration point is typically sufficient to observe the effects without significantly overshooting the intended target area, critical for making timely adjustments in the field.

This systematic approach to collecting data leads to a higher confidence level in the fire mission’s outcome, reinforcing the importance of precision in artillery operations.