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Date: 12 Dec, 2024
 
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Raytheon Secures $590 Million Contract for Next Generation Jammer Mid-Band System

Raytheon Technologies

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Powercast Wireless Power Technology Showcases its Solutions for the Defense Sector

Powercast

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Teledyne e2v HiRel Partners with Flip Electronics to Maintain Semiconductor Wafer Inventory for Critical Applications

Teledyne e2v HiRel Electronics

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L3Harris Awarded $999 Million Contract to Supply Software-Defined Link 16 Radios to the US Navy

L3Harris Technologies

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Canadian Commercial Corporation to Supply Tactical Antennas to US DoD for Land and Maritime Use

Canadian Commercial Corporation

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Verus Research Secures $1.8 Million DARPA Contract to Work on the Waveform Agile RF Directed Energy Project

Verus Research

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BAE Systems Secures U.S. Army Contract to Advance Ground Combat Vehicle Defense

BAE Systems

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Molex Acquires AirBorn, Expanding its Position in the Aerospace and Defense Market

MOLEX

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Honeywell to Develop 25 Antenna Array Panels for the Surface Electronic Warfare Improvement Program

Honeywell

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Anduril Awarded $200 Million Contract to Develop Counter-UAS Engagement System for Marine Air Defense

Anduril

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MACOM Secures $3.4 Million Defense Contract to Drive GaN-on-SiC Semiconductor Innovations

MACOM

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Microwave Products Group to Showcase its Latest Mission-Critical RF Solutions at AOC 2024

Microwave Products Group

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Interview with Mike Lee from dB Control
everything RF recently interviewed Mike Lee who is the Vice President of Marketing and Sales at dB Control. Prior to joining dB Control, Lee was western regional sales manager at Comtech Xicom Technology where he used his expertise to exceed several sales goals. While at IBM from 1989 to 1991, he received a US Patent for his electrical circuit design. Lee earned a Bachelor’s of Engineering in Electrical Engineering from The City College of New York. Click here to read more.
Military White Papers & Articles
Key Technology Considerations for Next-Gen Army Vehicles - Mercury Systems
Optimizing Army Vehicle Interoperability with Open Architecture - Curtiss-Wright Defense Solutions
Ultralight Assemblies for Powered Flight - Bel Fuse
Characterizing Wideband Converters for EW & Satcom - ERZIA
Traveling Wave Tubes Still Best Solution for High RF-Power EW Systems - dB Control
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New Military Products
Software Defined Radio
Multi-channel, Multi-waveform Tactical Radio Systems for Military Applications
Software Defined Radio  from Ultra

The ORION Gen 6 Family from Ultra I&C are Tactical Radio Systems for land, aerial, and naval applications. These multi-channel, multi-waveform radios provide an interoperable family of systems to bridge the upper and lower tactical tiers and reduce the overall cost of ownership. This tactical radio family consists of Orion X650, ORION X630, and Orion X610 variants.
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Data Link
Common Data Link for Airborne, Surface, and Maritime Applications
Data Link  from BAE Systems

The iCDL from BAE Systems is a Common Data Link that operates in the Ku-Band from 14.4 to 15.35 GHz. It provides the warfighter a complete affordable solution to bring wideband wireless data link capability to airborne, surface, and maritime platforms. This data link has a programmable hardware and software radio design architecture to provide a comprehensive solution.
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RADAR System
Long-Range Surveillance Radar System from 1215 to 1400 MHz
RADAR System  from Lockheed Martin

The TPS-77 from Lockheed Martin is a Long-Range Surveillance Radar System that operates from 1215 to 1400 MHz. It has an active electronic elevation scanning array and solid-state transmitters. This radar system has a range of 2 to 463 km and a scan rate of 5 to 10 RPM. It has a height coverage of up to 30.5 km and an elevation coverage of 0° to +40° with electronically adjustable tilt.
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RF Monitoring Receiver
Lightweight RF Sensor for Real-Time Spectrum Monitoring, Geolocation & I/Q Data Collection from 9 kHz to 18 GHz
RF Monitoring Receiver  from CRFS

The RFeye Node 100-18 LW from CRFS is a high-performance RF sensor for real-time spectrum monitoring, geolocation of transmitters, and recording of I/Q data. It operates from 9 kHz to 18 GHz and has a 100 MHz instantaneous bandwidth. This sensor is a lightweight version of the RFeye Node 100-18 NS provides electronic warfare capabilities and RF intelligence in a compact, low Size, Weight, and Power (SWaP) package, making it ideal for deployment on various unmanned platforms.
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Software Defined Radio
UHF/VHF Versatile Software-Defined Transceiver for Military Applications
Software Defined Radio  from General Dynamics Mission Systems

The URC-300® from General Dynamics is a Software-Defined Transceiver that operates in the UHF/VHF bands (with optional 30-90 MHz frequency band extension). It operates from 115 – 150 MHz (AM), 115 – 173.995 MHz (FM) and 225 – 399.9995 MHz (AM and FM). This transceiver offers versatile VHF/UHF AM and FM capability to provide interoperability with a variety of RF systems.
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Software Defined Radio
Software-Defined Radio from 1 MHz to 18 GHz with Al/ML Processing
Software Defined Radio  from Epiq Solutions

The Matchstiq™ X40 from Epiq Solutions is a Multi-Channel Software-Defined Radio (SDR) that operates from 1 MHz to 6 GHz (low-frequency configuration) and 1 MHz to 18 GHz (high-frequency configuration). It combines an RF frontend with multiple digital transceiver channels, a high-performance Nvidia Orin NX 16G GPU/CPU, and an AMD Zynq Ultrascale+ FPGA.
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RF Amplifier
75 W Linear Power Amplifier from 2.2 to 2.5 GHz
RF Amplifier  from NuWaves RF Solutions

The NW-PA-S-75-C01-S01 from NuWaves is a Linear Power Amplifier that operates from 2.2 to 2.5 GHz. It delivers an RF output power of 75 W and a gain of 18 dB (Tx) & 12 dB (Rx). This amplifier has bidirectional operation and switches between transmit and receive through a DC control input. It can also be configured for Autosense where it automatically switches between transmit and receive based on the RF input power detected at the XCVR Port.
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Gain Equalizer
Gain Equalizer from 0.01 to 20 GHz for Aerospace Applications
Gain Equalizer  from ERZIA

The ERZ-EQU-0000-2000-10 from ERZIA is a Gain Equalizer that operates from 0.01 to 20 GHz. It has a positive gain slope over the frequency range and reduces losses for amplifiers and other RF systems. The equalizer has an insertion loss from 2 to 10 dB across the band with a VSWR of 1.5:1. The ERZ-EQU-0000-2000-10 is available in a compact aluminum housing that measures 24 x 18 x 10 mm and has 2.92 mm (female) connectors.
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RF Amplifier
Rugged 1.5 kW GaN Pulsed Power Amplifier from 2.9 to 3.3 GHz
RF Amplifier  from dB Control

The dB-8048 from dB Control is a Pulsed Solid-State Power Amplifier that operates from 2.9 to 3.3 GHz. It delivers a peak output power of 1.5 kW with pulse widths from 0.5 µs to 100 µs and a maximum duty cycle of 10%. This class-B amplifier is based on GaN technology and has an efficiency of better than 20%. It provides a 2nd harmonic rejection of better than -30 dBc, has a propagation delay of less than 100 ns and a maximum droop of 0.8 dB.
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Down Converter
RF Downconverter from 2 to 18 GHz
Down Converter  from Crane Aerospace & Electronics

The Downconverter from Crane Aerospace is a Downconverter that operates from 2 to 18 GHz. It has an IF frequency from 3 to 5 GHz and delivers a noise figure of 11 dB with an attenuation range of 25 dB (0.5 dB step). This down-converter incorporates advanced features such as integrated sub-band filtering, amplification and attenuation within the package.
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RF Switch
10 to 40 GHz, SP4T Switch for Military, Commercial Applications
RF Switch  from Quantic PMI (Planar Monolithics)

PMI Model No. P4T-10G40G-60-T-GPO is a single pole, four throw, absorptive, solid-state switch that operated over the frequency range of 10GHz to 40GHz. This model provides over 60dB of isolation and has an insertion loss of 6dB maximum. The VSWR is better than 2.0:1 into a 50 ohm impedance. This model is designed to handle operating input power levels up to 200mW (+23dBm CW) and has a maximum switching speed of 30nsec typical.
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GNSS Anti-Jamming Solution
Digital GPS Anti-Jam Protection System with 4/7-Element CRPA
GNSS Anti-Jamming Solution  from Raytheon Technologies

The Landshield® from Raytheon Technologies is a Digital GPS Anti-Jamming Protection System. It is available in two variants – one with a 4-element CRPA and the other with a 7-element CRPA. Both Landshield variants work against a full range of hostile jammers – including narrowband, broadband, continuous wave pulse, swept, and spectrally matched – and can protect L1 and L2 GPS frequencies simultaneously for enhanced situational awareness.
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GNSS Anti-Jamming Solution
8-Channel, M-Code GPS Anti-Jamming Processor for Airborne Applications
GNSS Anti-Jamming Solution  from Cobham Aerospace Connectivity

The 7-6008 from Cobham Aerospace Connectivity is an 8-Channel GPS Anti-Jamming Digital Antenna Control Unit (DACU) that operates in the L1 and L2 bands. It has been designed to be used with an active controlled reception pattern array (CRPA) receiver unit. This M-Code-compliant anti-jam processor mitigates narrowband interference using an excision process and broadband interference by creating directed nulls in the antenna pattern, resulting in a significant anti-jam protection, even in highly dynamic, multi-jammer environments.
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RF Up-down Converter
SOSA-Aligned VPX Microwave Transceiver from 0.5 to 18 GHz
RF Up-down Converter  from CAES

The Wideband Microwave Transceiver from CAES operates from 0.5 to 18 GHz and has an IF frequency from 2.5 to 4.5 GHz. This SOSA-aligned transceiver is suitable for electronic warfare, ELINT and electronic support, surveillance, and attack applications. It has a modular design and can be configured to accommodate two up or two down conversion channels with an internal synthesizer in a single, 3U slice.
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RF Digitizer
SOSA-Aligned, Multi-Channel RF Digitizers from 0.1 to 20 GHz
RF Digitizer  from Analog Devices

The ADSY1100 Series from Analog Devices (ADI) are Multi-Channel RF Digitizers that operate from 0.1 to 20 GHz. These digitizers integrate the AD9084, Virtex™ UltraScale+™ FPGA and Zynq™ UltraScale+™ MPSoC, as well as optical transceivers, onboard memory, a power distribution network, clock conditioning and more.
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RF Digitizer
Direct RF 3U VPX Data Converter for High-Speed Connectivity Applications
RF Digitizer  from Mercury Systems

The DRF3182 from Mercury Systems is a Data Converter that is designed to directly digitize RF signals in radar, communications, and electronic warfare systems. It eliminates the need to implement RF-to-IF down conversion prior to digitization. This converter combines excellent data capture capability with powerful processing from Intel’s 14 nm Intel Stratix 10 SoC FPGA, making it suitable for applications with size, weight, and power constraints.
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Limiter
30 to 6000 MHz Limiter for Military & Hi-Rel Applications
Limiter  from Mini Circuits

The RLM-63-2W+ from Mini Circuits is a broadband limiter that operates in a wideband from 30 to 6000 MHz. The limiter is matched to 50 Ohms, can handle up to 2 W CW power and provides low power of 11.5 dBm typical. The limiter has a low insertion loss of 0.3 dB, a VSWR of 1.2:1 and operates under -40 to 85 Degree C. It can be used in military, hi-rel applications while stabilizing generator outputs and reducing amplitude variations.
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RF Transceiver
GaN Transceiver Module from 8.8 to 9.4 GHz for Radar Applications
RF Transceiver  from RFHIC

The RRM8894010-M1D from RFHIC is a Transceiver Module that operates from 8.8 to 9.4 GHz. In Tx mode, it uses GaN technology to provide an output power of 10 W (pulse width 100 µs (max.), duty cycle up to 20%) and has harmonics of -30 dBc. In Rx mode, it provides a gain of more than 31 dB with a noise figure of less than 4 dB and includes a limiter for receiver protection.
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RF Amplifier
Low Noise Amplifier from 0.4 to 3 GHz for Space and Military Applications
RF Amplifier  from Teledyne e2v HiRel Electronics

The TDLNA0430 from Teledyne e2v HiRel Electronics is a Low Noise Amplifier that operates from 0.4 to 3 GHz. It provides a small signal gain of 21.5 dB with a noise figure of 0.35 dB and has a P1dB of 18.5 dBm. This LNA utilizes application-specific biasing and can be biased over an operating voltage of 5 V. It can be used as the first-stage LNA for advanced satellite or military communication receivers or radar systems applications.
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Software Defined Radio
Multi-Channel Networking Radio for Unmanned Aircrafts from 30 to 512 MHz
Software Defined Radio  from L3Harris Technologies

The FALCON III RF-7850A-UA from L3Harris Technologies is a Multi-Channel Networking Radio that operates from 30 to 512 MHz (narrowband) and 225 to 512 MHz (wideband). It is designed for unmanned aircraft deployment and delivers advanced intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR) capabilities for improved situational awareness and decision-making.
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Radar Transponder
C-band Solid-State Transponders from 5.4 to 5.9 GHz
Radar Transponder  from Curtiss-Wright Defense Solutions

The XPDR-520 Series from Curtiss-Wright are C-band Transponders that operate from 5.4 to 5.9 GHz. These solid-state transponders deliver a pulsed RF output power of 20 W and have a sensitive superheterodyne receiver and crystal-controlled frequency stability. They are mismatch-protected from high antenna VSWR and do not require pressurization. These transponders consume 5 W of power and can be controlled via serial COM or RS-485 multi-drop interfaces.
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Radar Transponder
Identification, Friend, or Foe (IFF) System for Avionic and Marine Applications
Radar Transponder  from Leonardo DRS

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.
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GNSS Anti-Jamming Solution
4-Channel, Compact Anti-Jamming System for Airborne Applications
GNSS Anti-Jamming Solution  from Chelton

The DACU4c-7-6150 from Chelton is an Integrated GNSS Anti-Jamming System. It integrates a four-channel CRPA and advanced miniaturized GNSS anti-jam processing electronics into a compact package. This system can perform direction finding, jammer classification, and anti-spoofing functionalities in a single compact box, making it a low-SWaP solution.
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RF Connector
MIL-STD-348B Standard 2.92 mm RF Connectors from DC to 40 GHz
RF Connector  from Hirose Electronic

The 2.92 mm Series RF Connectors from Hirose Electronic operate from DC to 40 GHz. They conform to MIL-STD- 348B standards and provide excellent high-frequency performance with consistent mounting quality. The board receptacles of these connectors are screw-mounted instead of being soldered to the board and can be reused which reduces the mounting complexity. They are compatible with 0.085-inch flexible cables and offer compatibility with various PCB thicknesses.
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RF Connector
110 GHz SMPM Mini-Lock Connectors for Mission-Critical Applications
RF Connector  from Smiths Interconnect

The SMPM Mini-Lock connectors from Smiths Interconnect operate up to 110 GHz. These connectors are specially designed and tested for mission-critical applications, featuring a robust locking mechanism that ensures reliable signal integrity and data transmission. They have a dielectric withstanding voltage (DWV) of 335 V(RMS) and a VSWR of less than 1.65:1.The SMPM Mini-Lock connectors have a beryllium copper body with gold plating and Rexolite 1422 dielectric.
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CUAS (Counter-Unmanned Aerial System)
High-Precision Drone Detection System from 400 MHz to 6 GHz
CUAS (Counter-Unmanned Aerial System)  from Aaronia AG

The AARTOS X9 from Aaronia is a Drone Detection System that operates from 400 MHz to 6 GHz (10 MHz to 8 GHz option available). It can be used on mobile/stationary platforms for drone protocol decoding and RF signal detection over a distance of up to 14 km and 40 km (with the long-range option).
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Data Link
Portable and Rugged Multi-Carrier Waveform Radio from 1350 to 2500 MHz
Data Link  from Collins Aerospace

The Nighthawk from Collins Aerospace is a Multi-Carrier Waveform Radio that operates from 1350 to 1390 MHz (L-band), 1755 to 1850 MHz (L-Band), and 2025 to 2500 MHz (S-band). This scalable and portable solution is developed using Collins Secure CDL ISR (SCISR) radio platform and can be configured as a ground, ground mobile, or airborne terminal.
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