AN/SSQ-53 (sonobuoy)

The AN/SSQ-53 is a type of sonar device called a sonobuoy, used by military aircraft and ships to detect underwater activity. It is deployed into the water and transmits sound signals to listen for submarines or other underwater objects. The device can send back detailed audio data to its operators, helping them identify and track underwater threats or marine life. Its advanced sensors and communication systems make it a vital tool for naval safety and surveillance, offering real-time underwater awareness while remaining safely distant from the target.