Aerospace and Defense products for the RF & Microwave sector have been used by and designed in to various military programs. These products include software-defined radios (SDR), small secure data link (SSDL) systems, power amplifiers, filters, antennas, beamforming IC, low noise monolithic amplifiers, sub-octave switch filter banks, RF circulators, etc. everything RF has compiled a list of Aerospace and Defense products that are new and trending on everything RF in June. Visit the Military Hub on everything RF to keep up to date with the Aerospace & Defense Sector.
Weatherproof Software Defined Radio (SDR) from 10 MHz to 6 GHz
The RN310 from Pixus Technologies is a Weatherproof Software Defined Radio (SDR) that operates from 10 MHz to 6 GHz. It is a ruggedized version of National Instruments’ (Ettus Research brand) N310 SDR, which supports four Rx and four Tx channels with each channel providing up to 100 MHz instantaneous bandwidth. This RF front end of this SDR uses two AD9371 transceivers from Analog Devices. It is available in a hardened, sealed, conduction-cooled unit to meet IP67 specifications with options to further ruggedize the unit to MIL-STD-810 for shock/vibration and MIL-STD-461 for EMI. Read more.
L/S/C-Band Miniaturized Software-Defined Radio for Military Applications
The Nano Multiband Transceiver (nMT) from Cubic is a Miniaturized Software-Defined Radio (SDR) that operates from 1350 – 1390 MHz, 1755 – 1850 MHz (L-Band), 2025 – 2500 MHz (S-Band) and 4400 – 4990 MHz (C-Band). It supports multi-band reception and transmission (L, S, and C bands) which enables operation anywhere in the world and includes the latest AES encryption technology. This SDR has an integrated 2 W power amplifier which simplifies integration and reduces terminal footprint. Read more.
Identification, Friend, or Foe (IFF) System for Avionic and Marine Applications
The M425 from Leonardo is an Identification, Friend, or Foe (IFF) System that is designed for all applications including avionic (fixed or rotary wings) and ships. It has a fully solid-state and modular construction to facilitate maintenance. This system transmits replies on two RF connectors to provide full diversity operation which is supported by a receive section that provides two matched channels. It provides military identification with Mode 4 and Mode 5 which is supported by an embedded crypto module entirely designed by the company and qualified by NATO Authorities (SECAN). Read more.
500 W IFF Transponder for SWaP-C Constrained Military Applications
The AN/DPX-7 from BAE Systems is an Identification Friend or Foe (IFF) Transponder that is designed to identify and track aircraft, ships, and other ground forces. It incorporates an ADS-B passive-receive capability to support situational awareness and sense-and-avoid applications. This transponder provides Mode 5, Mode S, and ADS-B functionality in a reduced-size unit at a lower cost than current military transponders, making it suitable for size, weight, and power (SWaP) constraint applications. It requires a DC supply of 28 V (complies with IAW MIL-STD-704A-F). Read more.
SOSA-Aligned Multi-Channel Transceiver from 1 MHz to 6 GHz for SIGINT/EW Platforms
The Sidekiq™ VPX400 from Epiq Solutions is a Multi-Channel, Phase-Coherent RF Transceiver that operates from 1 MHz to 6 GHz. It supports 4 phase-coherent channels with an instant bandwidth (IBW) of 200 MHz or 2 phase-coherent channels which are independently tunable at 450 MHz. This transceiver aligns with the SOSA™ technical standard for rapid adaptability and supports VITA 67.3 for RF I/O through the backplane. It enables rapid development of converged SIGINT/EW platforms while reducing slot count requirements, power consumption, and engineering-related cost. Read more.
Single-Channel Compact Data Link from 30 to 870 MHz for Mission Critical Communications
The RF300M-DL from L3Harris is Small Secure Data Link (SSDL) System that operates from 30 to 520 MHz, 762 to 870 MHz (Narrowband), and from 225 to 450 MHz (Wideband). This single-channel system is based on AN/PRC-152/152A Falcon III® technology and features multiband and multi-mode capabilities. It delivers mission-critical, ground-to-ground, air-to-ground, and air-to-air communications, with reliable voice, data, and video. The data link supports SATCOM and Line-Of-Sight waveforms as well as IP-based ad-hoc networking through the Soldier Radio Waveform (SRW) and L3Harris’ Adaptive Networking Wideband Waveform (ANW2®C). Read more.
Compact Mesh Data Link with TDMA Capability for Swarm UAV Applications
The TDMA Mesh (Adhoc) from Tualcom is an S-Band Compact Data Link. It is based on the TDMA communication algorithm and can be used in applications where a communication network needs to be established. This data link has a compact size and consumes low power, which allows terminals to be used across many platforms such as mini, midi, and tactical UAVs. It utilizes the TDMA technique to enable the use of both point-to-point and point-to-multipoint communication, thereby allowing multiple users to communicate over a wide bandwidth. Read more.
Portable Spectrum Recording System from 9 kHz to 8/18 GHz
The RFeye® SenS Portable is a Lightweight I/Q Recorder for high-fidelity, long-duration RF recording and signal extraction from 9 kHz to 8/18 GHz. This recorder has a real-time bandwidth of 100 MHz and can store up to 12 hours of spectrum recordings in its internal 25.6 TB SSD. This recorder uses the DeepView software interface from CRFS that allows users to quickly find and extract the required signals. It is ideal for capturing live, real-world signals in their native environment – without sacrificing RF recording quality. Read more.
Rugged 50 W Power Amplifier from 115 to 420 MHz for LOS Radios
The UPA-55 from General Dynamics is an RF Power Amplifier that operates from 115 to 174 MHz (VHF) and 225 to 420 MHz (UHF). It delivers an output power of up to 50 W in AM, FM, FSK, or continuous wave (CW) modulations. This amplifier has spurious emissions of better than -80 dBc, harmonics of -60 dBc, and a noise floor of -140 dBm/Hz. It is designed to operate in extremely challenging LOS environments on land, in the air, and at sea and is able to withstand humidity, fungus, altitude, shock, dropping, and vibration with an average Mean-Time-Between-Failure (MTBF) rate of 10,000 hours. Read more.
Rugged and Immersible Handheld Transceiver from 30 to 88 MHz
The HH1077 from Datron is a Handheld Transceiver that operates in the VHF Band from 30 to 88 MHz. It offers 2,320 channels at 25 kHz spacing with 15 programmable preset channels available via a rotary knob and 100 additional channels available through a keypad. This transceiver supports simplex and half-duplex modes and provides a user-selectable output power of 500 mW, 2 W, and 5 W. It offers VOX for hands-free operation and whisper mode, is easy to operate, and is rugged and immersible by design. Read more.
500 W Rack-Mount Tactical Amplifier from 1.6 to 30 MHz for Military Applications
The RA500D from Datron is an HF Tactical Amplifier that operates from 1.6 to 30 MHz. It delivers an output power of 500 W and has high linearity and continuous duty for all HF voice and high-speed data applications. This self-contained unit integrates RF amplifiers, harmonic filters, protective circuitry, and power supplies in a single chassis. It is fully protected against antenna load mismatch and can tolerate open and short circuit conditions at the antenna port without suffering damage. Read more.
Channelized Receiver from 1 to 18 GHz with 20 Output Channels
The PRX-20-1G18G-850M-SFF-V2 from Planar Monolithics Industries is a Channelized Receiver with RF input from 1 to 18 GHz. It has 20 output channels that allow simultaneous signals of 850 MHz in a 1 to 4.4 GHz IF band to be output for digitization. An internal reference is included to lock the various LO's to down-convert the signal into the required frequency bands. This receiver requires a DC supply of +12/+7/-5 V and consumes less than 5.5 A of current. It is available in an enclosure that measures 10.00 x 8.00 x 3.00 inches and has SMA-female connectors. Read more.
Dual-Polarized 2-Beam, 4-Element Beamformer IC from 17.7 to 21.2 GHz
The ADAR3002 from Analog Devices is a Beamformer IC that operates from 17.7 to 21.2 GHz. This dual-polarized, dual-beam, 4-element dual-polarized beamforming IC is designed for phased array antennas. In each of the 16 RF channels, it provides an adjustable gain of 31 dB (in 0.5 dB steps) and a phase adjustment of 360° (in 5.625° steps) via Variable Amplitude and Phase (VAP) blocks. Each VAP contains a digital stepped attenuator (DSA) and phase shifter. Read more.
Low Noise Monolithic Amplifier from 50 MHz to 10 GHz
The PMA3-14LN+ from Mini Circuits is a Low Noise Monolithic Amplifier that operates from 50 MHz to 10 GHz. It provides more than 20 dB of gain with a low noise figure of 2.1 dB and an input and output return loss of 20 dB. The amplifier requires a single DC supply voltage of 6 V and is matched to 50 ohms. It is based on a pHEMT design that provides enhanced linearity over a board frequency range making it particularly useful in driver amplifiers for complex waveform up-converter paths, drivers in linearized transmit systems, and secondary amplifiers in ultra-high dynamic range receivers. Read more.
1 W GaN Amplifier MMIC from 12.7 to 18 GHz
The CMPA1D1J001S from Wolfspeed is a High-Power Amplifier MMIC that operates from 12.7 to 18 GHz. It delivers a saturated output power of 1 W (up to 31.5 dBm) with a large signal gain of 23 dB and a power-added efficiency of up to 35%. This amplifier utilizes Wolfspeed’s high performance, 0.15µm GaN on the SiC production process, and supports both radar and communication applications within both military and commercial markets. It requires a DC supply of 22 V and consumes 30 mA of current. Read more.
Sub-Octave Switch Filter Bank from 2 MHz to 8 GHz
The ATEK950P6 from ATEK MIDAS is a Sub-Octave Switch Filter Bank that operates from 2 to 8000 MHz. It consists of an SP8T switch followed by 7 fixed frequency bandpass filters which are followed by another SP8T switch. Each SP8T switch is used to send the input/output signals to 2 pins. This allows users to bypass the filter bank off-chip. Alternatively, additional off-chip filters or filter banks can be implemented by using the bypass feature. Read more.
10 W RF Circulator from 17.3 to 22 GHz for Military Applications
The DHC1722 from DiTom Microwave is an RF Circulator that operates from 17.3 to 22 GHz. It can handle an average input power of up to 10 W and a peak input power of 30 W. This isolator provides more than 20 dB of isolation and has an insertion loss of less than 0.5 dB. It is available in a passivated stainless-steel module that measures 0.5 x 0.7 x 0.5 inches with SMA (male/female) connectors and is suitable for high-reliability military applications. The circulator can have customized bandwidths, finishes, and testing requirements to satisfy ground-based, naval, or aerospace end users. Read more.
Surface-Mount Switched Filter Bank MMICs from 6 to 18 GHz
The LW48-797 Series from Linwave Technology are Hybrid Switched Filter Bank MMICs that operate from 6 to 18 GHz. They have integrated LNA, limiter, and GaAs switches with ports fully matched to 50 ohms. These MMICs have a switching speed of less than 100 ns and provide 14 dB of gain (in switched paths) and 50 dB of rejection. They offer a broadband solution and allow users to shrink high Q filter space and take advantage of matched supporting components to ensure optimum performance. Read more.
2-Port Omnidirectional Vehicular Antenna from 20 to 7500 MHz
The WBC2800M from Cojot is a 2-Port Vehicular Antenna that operates from 20-512 MHz (Port 1) and 500-7500 MHz (Port 2). This vertically polarized antenna has an omnidirectional radiation pattern and a VSWR of less than 3.5:1. It can handle an input power of up to 140 W (Port 1) and 200 W (Port 2). This antenna has been designed to effectively cover the VHF, UHF, and SHF bands and offers an extended frequency range. It is an ideal choice for applications where a multiple antenna setup is not possible, or antenna co-location problems may occur. Read more.
GaN + GaAs Front-End Module from 2 to 18 GHz for Aerospace & Defense Applications
The QPF0219 from Qorvo is a Tx/Rx Front-End Module that operates from 2 to 18 GHz. It consists of a T/R switch, a limiter, a low-noise amplifier, and a power amplifier. In Tx mode, it delivers saturated power of 10 W with a gain of 14 dB and a PAE of 20% while in Rx mode, it provides a gain of 14 dB with a noise figure of 4 dB. The power amplifier and Tx/Rx switch in the FEM are based on GaN-on-SiC technology while the limiter and LNA are based on GaAs technology. Read more.
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