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Latest Military News & Products - April 2023

27 April, 2023 Newsletter - everything RF

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Military Update
Date: 27 April, 2023
 
Sponsored by Quantic PMI
 
 
Latest Military News
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AFRL Conducts Flight Experiments to Prove the Viability of Communications above 300 GHz

Northrop Grumman
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Lockheed Martin Demonstrates Portable Maintenance Capabilities on 5G Networks to Improve Military Readiness

Lockheed Martin
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Conti Federal Wins $70 Million Contract to Construct an RF Facility for the B-21 Stealth Bomber

Conti Federal Services
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Quantic X-Microwave Wins Contract to Deliver 3U OpenVPX Card Assemblies for Airborne EW Applications

X-Microwave
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Mission-Ready Integrated Solution for Stand Alone Spectrum Surveillance and Mobile Monitoring Operations

CRFS
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Quantic Evans Awarded Gold Medal by BAE Systems for Outstanding Supplier Performance

BAE Systems
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The 26th Annual Components for Military & Space Electronics Conference to be Held in Los Angeles

CMSE
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Intel and Qorvo Deliver State-of-the-Art Heterogeneous Integrated Packaging Prototypes to BAE Systems

Qorvo
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Raytheon Awarded $237 Million Contract to Protect the US Army Against Enemy Drones

Raytheon Technologies
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Elma Electronic Develops MORA-Ready VPX Platform for Developing RF Applications

Elma Electronic
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Northrop Grumman F-16 Electronic Warfare Suite Counters Modern RF Threats During Air Force Testing

Northrop Grumman
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Exxelia Expands its Dielectric Resonator Material and Ferrite Portfolio for High Frequency Applications

Exxelia
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Tomahawk Robotics Awarded $55 Million Contract to Develop Flexible Cyber-Secure Radio for the US Navy

Tomahawk Robotics
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Cubic Receives US Air Force Contract for a Halo-Enabled Resilient Mesh (HERMes) System

Cubic Nuvotronics, Inc.
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Quantic PMI
High-Rel RF/Microwave Components and Subsystems from DC to 70 GHz
Quantic PMI (Planar Monolithics) was founded in 1989 and soon established its reputation as a leading supplier of custom, high-reliability radio frequency and microwave components and subsystems. Delivering industry-standard performance for mission-critical applications in the military, communications, commercial and consumer industries. Click here to learn more.
Interesting White Papers
The Basics of Military EMC Testing - AR RF/Microwave Instrumentation
SOSA and VITA Working Together for Next-Gen Defense Systems - Mercury Systems
Short Range Air Defence (SHORAD) - Blighter Surveillance Systems
Speed Up Radio System Development for Defense Applications - Spirent Communications
Software Defined Radios (SDR's) for Defense Markets - Per Vices
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New Military Products
Data Link
Compact Link 16 Tactical Radio with Range of 370 Km for Military Applications
Data Link  from Collins Aerospace

The TacNet™ TACR-16DL from Collins Aerospace is a Link 16 Tactical Radio. This radio supports dual or single antenna transmit and receive, has three power modes (1 W, 50 W and 90 W) and a range of more than 200 nautical miles (370 Km). It is tested and qualified to NATO and Department of Defense requirements and ensures interoperability with MIDS and JTIDS (Link 16).
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Software Defined Radio
3-Channel VHF/UHF/L-Band Software-Defined Radio for Airborne Applications
Software Defined Radio  from Elbit Systems

The E-LynX™ AR from Elbit Systems is a Multi-Channel Software-Defined Radio (SDR) that operates in VHF/UHF bands from 30 to 512 MHz and the L-Band from 960 to 1240 MHz. It has 3 independent RX/TX channels with a channel bandwidth of up to 4 MHz (narrowband and wideband) and delivers an output power of up to 50 W (per channel).
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Data Link
IP Data Links from 4.4 to 5 GHz for Hypersonic Airborne Applications
Data Link  from BERTEN

The P4700 Series from BERTEN are Airborne-Qualified IP Data Links that operate in the NATO Band IV from 4400 to 5000 MHz. They have been designed to provide a compact, robust, and affordable solution for tactical communications in electronic warfare (EW) environments. These transceivers implement unique frequency offset compensation algorithms that keep communication performance at hypersonic speeds of up to Mach 5 (more than 6000 km/h).
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GPS/GNSS Antenna
Four-Element Active CRPA Antenna for GPS L1/L2 (P and M-Code) Bands
GPS/GNSS Antenna  from Chelton

The 20-7009 from Chelton is an Active CRPA Antenna that operates from 1215.6 to 1587.42 MHz covering the GPS L1 & L2 (P and M-Code) bands. This CPRA (Controlled Reception Pattern Antenna) consists of four light-weight, temperature-stable radiating elements with hemispherical coverage. The antenna has RHCP polarization and is available in a variety of options, including passive and active configurations.
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GNSS Anti-Jamming Solution
5-Channel GPS Anti-Jam System for Ground and Marine Applications
GNSS Anti-Jamming Solution  from Mayflower Communications

The NavGuard 501® SAGE from Mayflower Communications is a GPS Anti-Jam System. It has a 5-channel design and provides simultaneous dual frequency (L1 and L2) GPS protection. This system utilizes a 3.5-inch diameter FRPA footprint and offers an affordable SWaP-C alternative over larger and more expensive existing anti-jam systems.
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RF Amplifier
1700 Watt GaN-on-SiC Power Amplifier from 960 to 1215 MHz
RF Amplifier  from Qorvo

The QPD1034 from Qorvo is a High-Power Amplifier that operates from 960 to 1215 MHz. It delivers an output power of 1734 W (P3dB) with a linear gain of 19.4 dB and has an efficiency of 61.6%. This amplifier is manufactured using GaN-on-SiC HEMT technology that ensures optimal performance and high reliability. It can be used for both CW and Pulse applications.
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RF Amplifier
Low Noise Cryogenic Amplifier from 6 to 8.5 GHz
RF Amplifier  from AmpliTech

The APTC3-06000850-2K00-D2-V from AmpliTech is a Low Noise Cryogenic Amplifier that operates from 6.0 to 8.5 GHz. It has been designed for cryogenic applications down to 4K, with an industry-low Noise Figure of 25K at +296K and 2K at 4K case temperatures across the band. It provides a more than 40 dB of gain with a noise figure of less than 0.029 dB (at 4 K) and has a P1dB of -6 dBm.
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RF Amplifier
10 W GaN Bi-Directional Amplifier from 5 to 6 GHz for Military/Commercial Applications
RF Amplifier  from Triad RF Systems

The TTRM4302 from Triad RF Systems is a Bi-Directional Amplifier that operates from 5000 to 6000 MHz. In Tx mode, it delivers a saturated output power of 10 W (40 dBm) with a gain of 25 dB while in Rx mode, it provides a gain of 15 dB and has a noise figure of 2.5 dB. This class AB amplifier supports manual or automatic Tx/Rx switching and has a switching time of less than 2 µs.
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RF Amplifier
4-Port Full-Duplex Bi-Directional GaN Amplifier from 0.5 to 6 GHz
RF Amplifier  from NuWaves RF Solutions

The Xtender™ ULSC-20-C01-S01 from NuWaves is a 4-Port Full-Duplex Bi-Directional Amplifier that operates from 0.5 to 6 GHz. In Tx mode, this amplifier delivers a saturated output power of 20 W with a gain of 38 dB while in Rx mode, it provides a gain of 20 dB and has a noise of 5 dB. It is based on gallium nitride (GaN) technology and includes over-voltage and reverse voltage protection features.
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RF Cable
6 GHz Flame-Retardant Flexible Low-Loss RF Cable
RF Cable  from HUBER+SUHNER

The SPUMA_400-RS-FR from HUBER+SUHNER is a Flexible RF Cable that operates up to 6 GHz. It has been developed using rotary swaging technology and provides easy handling and installation due to its flexibility. This cable is an alternative to LMR coaxial cables (from Times Microwave Systems) and uses halogen-free materials with low loss and VSWR optimization.
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Tunable Filter
Tunable Filter with Adjustable Centre Frequency from 2.7 to 3.3 GHz
Tunable Filter  from Nanowave Technologies

The NWETF2733-0 from Nanowave Technologies is an Electronically Tunable Filter with an adjustable center frequency from 2.7 to 3.3 GHz. It has an adjustable 3 dB bandwidth from 40 to 100 MHz with an adjustment time of less than 150 µs. This filter can handle an input power of up to 0 dBm and has spurious levels of less than -50 dBc.
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Band Stop Filter
Bandstop Filter with Stopband from 27.5 to 31 GHz for Naval Applications
Band Stop Filter  from DETI Microwave

The BSF-IP-27500-31000-40-KF-KF from Deti Microwave is a Bandstop Filter with a stopband from 27.5 to 31 GHz. It has an insertion loss of less than 2.5 dB outside of the stopband (from 18 to 27.5 GHz / 31 to 40 GHz) and provides more than 40 dB of rejection in the stopband. This filter can handle an input power of 20 dBm and has a VSWR of less than 2:1.
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Diplexer
Diplexer with Passbands from 14.4-14.93 GHz / 15.15-15.35 GHz for Military Applications
Diplexer  from MtronPTI

The UFDX9999-010 from MtronPTI is a Ku-Band Diplexer with a lower passband from 14.400-14.930 GHz and an upper passband from 15.150-15.350 GHz. It can handle a CW input power of 30 W and provides a channel-to-channel isolation of more than 70 dBc. This diplexer has a phase linearity of ±2° which enables it to support higher data transfer rates with low latency.
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RF Monitoring Receiver
Man-Portable Interference Hunting and RF Monitoring Receiver from 9 kHz to 18 GHz
RF Monitoring Receiver  from CRFS

The RFeye StormCase from CRFS is a man-portable integrated system designed for easy mobile spectrum monitoring from a fully autonomous and ruggedized stand-alone unit that operates from 9 kHz to 18 GHz. It incorporates an RFeye Node 100-8 or 100-18, internal and external antenna ports, high-performance hot-swappable rechargeable MIL-SPEC battery and integrated 512 GB SSD memory for high-volume data collection during mobile field operations.
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Limiter
RF Limiter from 1 to 18 GHz with Flat Leakage of 26.75 dBm
Limiter  from Quantic PMI (Planar Monolithics)

The LM-1G18G-2W-SFF-BIAS from Quantic PMI is an RF Limiter that operates from 1.0 to 18.0 GHz. It can handle a CW input power of 2 W and a peak input power of up to 1000 W (~60 dBm, 0.1% duty cycle). This limiter has an insertion loss of less than 2 dB and a flat leakage of 26.75 dBm. It requires a DC supply from 0 V to -10 V and consumes less than 1 mA of current.
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RF Switch
Radiation Tolerant 20 GHz SPDT Absorptive Switch for Space Applications
RF Switch  from Teledyne e2v HiRel Electronics

The TDSW020A2T from Teledyne e2v HiRel Electronics is an Absorptive SPDT Switch that operates from DC to 20 GHz. It had been developed for use in demanding high reliability, space and defense applications and is now available with qualified material off-the-shelf. The switch has an insertion loss of less than 3 dB and provides isolation of more than 40 dB.
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RF Transistor
2.5 kW, L-Band GaN Transistor for Directed Energy Applications
RF Transistor  from Integra Technologies, Inc.

The IGN1012S2500 from Integra Technologies is an RF Transistor that operates in the L-band. It delivers an output power of 2.5 kW and requires a DC supply of 100 V. This transistor utilizes Integra’s 3rd generation RF GaN technology that is optimized to deliver high power and efficiency in a single package while maintaining reliable operating junction temperatures.
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RF Amplifier
1 W GaN Amplifier MMIC from 12.7 to 18 GHz
RF Amplifier  from Wolfspeed

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 SiC production process, and supports both radar and communication applications within both military and commercial markets.
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TCXO
TCXO from 50 to 100 MHz for Shock Sensitive Applications
TCXO  from Greenray Industries

The T1241 from GreenRay Industries is a TCXO that operates from 50 to 100 MHz. It provides a square-wave CMOS output with a phase noise of -160 dBc/Hz (at 100 kHz offset). This oscillator has frequency stability of ±5 ppm and g-sensitivity of 0.07 ppb/g for reliable phase noise performance in high vibration and shock sensitive applications.
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