C2/Comms

Stryker power problem uncovered in test of US Army network gear

“We’re going to see if it’s ITN equipment on there that’s giving them some issues,” the product manager said, “or if it’s the type of Stryker they have.”

6 weeks ago

US Air Force mints program to hone command and control

“In order to fight as joint and coalition forces,” Lt. Col. Steve Wyatt said, “we need to understand each other’s capabilities and limitations, and how each entity operates and communicates.”

8 weeks ago

IT/Networks

Five questions for Army’s Robert Collins as he moves to Pentagon acquisitions office

"I’ve been doing this for 30 years," the general said, "and any time the coach puts you back in for a couple more plays on the playing field, I'll tell you, that gives you a lot of energy."

Ukraine to get thousands of secure radios in latest US package

The radios will be sourced using Ukraine Security Assistance Initiative funds and will not be siphoned from existing U.S. stockpiles.

2 months ago

House cyber panel seeks review of delayed Air Force Link 16 upgrade

“I’m concerned that the can’s been kicked down the road a lot,” Rep. Jim Langevin, D-R.I., said at a budget hearing in April.

2 months ago

Fewer devices, more automation and a better interface would help fight ‘alert fatigue’

Too many inputs can be disastrous, experts warn.

2 months ago

Ukraine war shows danger of unencrypted communications, says US Army secretary

“When soldiers use unencrypted comms, that makes them targetable,” the Army secretary said. “And I think we are going to have to think about that.”

3 months ago

War in Ukraine reinforces need for US Army network upgrades, generals say

“Also, when you have a living and breathing threat,” Army Maj. Gen. Robert Collins said, “you need to think about the things such as a contested and congested environment.”

3 months ago

Raytheon upgrades nuclear comms with first installation for Air Force

"Global ASNT is a transformational new system that replaces Cold War-era communications equipment with the intent of enhancing the warfighters capability as we transition to the command post of the future."

4 months ago

Data transport will decide the next conflict, not hypersonics

As the U.S. and allied defense community evaluate where to focus development and problem-solving resources, it’s important to ask what will deliver the strategic advantage needed in modern warfare.The battlespace has changed, and future conflicts will be fought — and won — differently in the next 30 years than they were in the past.

6 months ago

US Army’s delayed battle command system begins operational testing

After some software deficiencies were identified and fixed, the Army's system that will link sensors and shooters on the battlefield is finally in the initial operational test and evaluation phase ahead of a full-rate production decision expected at the end of the year.

6 months ago

Air Force eyes contract for AWACS replacement in 2023

The Air Force wants to know how a potential contractor would provide at least two prototype replacements for the AWACS by 2028.

6 months ago

At Project Convergence, Army’s new battle command system demonstrated expanded capability

Here's how the Army's Integrated Battle Command System performed at Project Convergence 2021.

7 months ago

Britain to upgrade communications on Cyprus military base

The U.K. will build a new communications facility on one of two bases it maintains on the Eastern Mediterranean island nation of Cyprus, a British Defence Ministry spokesman said.

7 months ago

US military tech leads: Achieving all-domain decision advantage through JADC2

Adversaries of the United States are beginning to pull ahead, and they won’t wait for us to catch up. It remains up to us to synchronize our efforts and achieve success where others have previously failed.

8 months ago

US Army moves to full-rate production on tactical radios essential for multidomain operations

The radios provide critical capabilities allowing forces multiple paths of communication.

11 months ago

Air Force software tool helped coordinate Afghanistan evacuation of civilians

A tool developed by Kessel Run, an Air Force software factory, provided planning and situational awareness during the Afghanistan evacuation.

11 months ago

Elbit Systems artificial intelligence system for assault rifles

New AI system fills rifle sights with extensive, easy-to-digest info

Assault rifles with the Elbit System’s new artificial intelligence data platform transform soldiers' view to resemble a first-person shooter video game.

11 months ago

Better combat robot connectivity among improvements at major US Army network exercise

Other advances at the annual experiment could translate to future battlefield capabilities.

11 months ago

General: Key components missing to bring JADC2 to contested battlefields

The Defense Department needs industry to build resilient tools that can survive in contested environments.

12 months ago

New US Air Force secretary to shake up Advanced Battle Management Program

“I want to focus it more on specific operational return on investment,” Air Force Secretary Frank Kendall told Defense News.

12 months ago

US and Canada want to collaborate on NORAD modernization

In a joint statement, the nations pledged to upgrade NORAD's sensors and modernize the data infrastructure needed to detect more threats faster.

12 months ago

US Army’s critical missile defense system will play role at Project Convergence

The service is laser-focused on bringing the Integrated Battle Command System through an initial operational test set to begin next month.

12 months ago

Path for DARPA tech to become part of military’s JADC2 enterprise still unclear

"What we're really talking about ... is buying bodies," the head of DARPA's Strategic Technology Office said.

13 months ago

In a couple years, soldiers in Strykers can learn enemy locations before exiting the vehicles

Future tactical network tools for Stryker brigades will connect soldiers inside vehicles to their dismounted teammates across the battlefield.

13 months ago

How the US Space Force plans to improve Arctic communication

Timing is critical as the mineral-rich Arctic becomes a new frontier in national security and economic pursuits.

13 months ago

British warship to get a boost in firepower with new missile

The investment in Type 45 lethality improvements comes to $692 million), the government says.

13 months ago

A 430th Expeditionary Electronic Combat Squadron E-11A aircraft outfitted with a Battlefield Airborne Communications Node sits on the runway at Kandahar Airfield, Afghanistan, April 4, 2019. (Capt. Anna-Marie Wyant/Air Force)

Robins looks to bring home the BACN under new Air Force proposal

If Congress signs off on the proposal, Robins would get a squadron of nine E-11A Battlefield Airborne Communications Node aircraft.

14 months ago

Command, control, communications: It's what powers action on the battlefield. Click here to get the latest in C2 and comms.

“We’re going to see if it’s ITN equipment on there that’s giving them some issues,” the product manager said, “or if it’s the type of Stryker they have.”

“In order to fight as joint and coalition forces,” Lt. Col. Steve Wyatt said, “we need to understand each other’s capabilities and limitations, and how each entity operates and communicates.”

"I’ve been doing this for 30 years," the general said, "and any time the coach puts you back in for a couple more plays on the playing field, I'll tell you, that gives you a lot of energy."

The radios will be sourced using Ukraine Security Assistance Initiative funds and will not be siphoned from existing U.S. stockpiles.

“I’m concerned that the can’s been kicked down the road a lot,” Rep. Jim Langevin, D-R.I., said at a budget hearing in April.

Too many inputs can be disastrous, experts warn.

“When soldiers use unencrypted comms, that makes them targetable,” the Army secretary said. “And I think we are going to have to think about that.”

“Also, when you have a living and breathing threat,” Army Maj. Gen. Robert Collins said, “you need to think about the things such as a contested and congested environment.”

"Global ASNT is a transformational new system that replaces Cold War-era communications equipment with the intent of enhancing the warfighters capability as we transition to the command post of the future."

After some software deficiencies were identified and fixed, the Army's system that will link sensors and shooters on the battlefield is finally in the initial operational test and evaluation phase ahead of a full-rate production decision expected at the end of the year.

The Air Force wants to know how a potential contractor would provide at least two prototype replacements for the AWACS by 2028.

Here's how the Army's Integrated Battle Command System performed at Project Convergence 2021.

The U.K. will build a new communications facility on one of two bases it maintains on the Eastern Mediterranean island nation of Cyprus, a British Defence Ministry spokesman said.

Adversaries of the United States are beginning to pull ahead, and they won’t wait for us to catch up. It remains up to us to synchronize our efforts and achieve success where others have previously failed.

The radios provide critical capabilities allowing forces multiple paths of communication.

A tool developed by Kessel Run, an Air Force software factory, provided planning and situational awareness during the Afghanistan evacuation.

Assault rifles with the Elbit System’s new artificial intelligence data platform transform soldiers' view to resemble a first-person shooter video game.

Other advances at the annual experiment could translate to future battlefield capabilities.

The Defense Department needs industry to build resilient tools that can survive in contested environments.

“I want to focus it more on specific operational return on investment,” Air Force Secretary Frank Kendall told Defense News.

In a joint statement, the nations pledged to upgrade NORAD's sensors and modernize the data infrastructure needed to detect more threats faster.

The service is laser-focused on bringing the Integrated Battle Command System through an initial operational test set to begin next month.

"What we're really talking about ... is buying bodies," the head of DARPA's Strategic Technology Office said.

Future tactical network tools for Stryker brigades will connect soldiers inside vehicles to their dismounted teammates across the battlefield.

Timing is critical as the mineral-rich Arctic becomes a new frontier in national security and economic pursuits.

The investment in Type 45 lethality improvements comes to $692 million), the government says.

If Congress signs off on the proposal, Robins would get a squadron of nine E-11A Battlefield Airborne Communications Node aircraft.