What does CIM Configurations consist of?

What does CIM Configurations consist of?

• A. MK-105 magnetic sled with MK-104 acoustic device attached to its outboard end
• B. MK-104 acoustic device attached to outboard end of a MK-105 magnetic sled.
• C. MK-106 attached to MK-104
• D. MK-2(G) attached to MK-106

Answer: (B)

CIM configurations are built by pairing a magnetic sled with an acoustic sensing device, arranged so the acoustic unit is on the outboard end of the magnetic sled. This setup leverages both magnetic influence for triggering ferrous mines and sonar capability to detect and identify contacts as the tow passes by. Placing the MK-104 acoustic device at the end of the MK-105 magnetic sled keeps the acoustic sensor behind the magnet, reducing interference and giving the sonar a clear path through the water. That particular arrangement—MK-104 attached to the outboard end of the MK-105 magnetic sled—matches the standard CIM configuration, which is why it’s the best choice. Other options describe different pairings or placements that aren’t the typical CIM setup.

CIM configurations are built by pairing a magnetic sled with an acoustic sensing device, arranged so the acoustic unit is on the outboard end of the magnetic sled. This setup leverages both magnetic influence for triggering ferrous mines and sonar capability to detect and identify contacts as the tow passes by. Placing the MK-104 acoustic device at the end of the MK-105 magnetic sled keeps the acoustic sensor behind the magnet, reducing interference and giving the sonar a clear path through the water.

That particular arrangement—MK-104 attached to the outboard end of the MK-105 magnetic sled—matches the standard CIM configuration, which is why it’s the best choice. Other options describe different pairings or placements that aren’t the typical CIM setup.