VOLUME I Multinational Maritime Tactical Instructions and Procedures

MTP 1(D), Vol. I
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d. Recognition. The determination of certain characteristics of a contact.
e. Identification. The assignment of one of the six standard identities, based upon available data
and the determined identification criteria.
f. Recognized Picture. The result of the picture compilation process laid down in a common
plot, which is compiled using available information from all units/levels concerned, and which covers a
predetermined area in which all detected contacts have been evaluated and assigned an indisputed identity.
g. Identification Criteria. Criteria laid down by the OTC or delegated authority to determine
which standard identity can be assigned to a detected contact based on the available localization and
recognition data.
h. Release Criteria. Criteria laid down by OTC or delegated authority to be satisfied before
weapon employment is authorized.
i. Recognition Level. The level to which a contact must be recognized as to platform type, class,
or individuality.
j. Recognition Confidence Level. The degree of probability with which the recognition level
is established.
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