Northrop Grumman and the Air Force Research Laboratory are collaborating to integrate the commercial space internet into air platforms and enhance connectivity for warfighters. This partnership aligns with the Department of Defense’s (DoD) vision for a unified command system across all domains, providing secure and real-time data sharing capabilities globally.
Zuverlässige Kommunikation durch erschwingliche Konnektivität in verschiedenen Erdorbits
- The integration of commercial space internet enables secure data transmission and real-time synchronization of operations globally, empowering warfighters to collaborate effectively on a global scale. This technology allows for the secure sharing of data and the exchange of information within milliseconds, enhancing operational efficiency and decision-making capabilities
- The open architecture concept and configurable systems of Northrop Grumman enable a rapid integration of the commercial space internet into both air and ground vehicles. This allows for quick utilization of connectivity benefits without the need for costly and time-consuming modifications
- The utilization of commercial space internet constellations in various Earth orbits presents affordable options for reliable connectivity. These solutions offer cost-effective means of achieving dependable connectivity in low Earth orbit (LEO), medium Earth orbit (MEO), and geostationary Earth orbit (GEO)
Jenna Paukstis, Vice President of Communication Solutions at Northrop Grumman, highlights the importance of decision-making authority across different domains for military commanders. She views the current collaboration as a pivotal moment to establish a diverse network that can be utilized on any platform worldwide.
Dr. Brian Beal, a senior aerospace engineer at the Air Force Research Laboratory, stresses the importance of communication that is available to warfighters in any environment. This program aims to accelerate the deployment of technologies across various joint force platforms, aligning with their combat and operational needs.
The experiment involving defense with commercial space internet will provide the Department of Defense with cost-effective and resilient solutions that can be utilized in low earth orbit, medium earth orbit, and geostationary earth orbit. This experiment aims to enhance the connectivity and communication capabilities of the DoD, ensuring reliable and secure data transmission in different orbital environments.
Northrop Grumman’s open system processors and antenna solutions are being tested as part of this contract award to enhance line-of-sight capabilities for air and ground forces. By leveraging these technologies, the ability to establish reliable and secure communication links between different platforms will be greatly enhanced, allowing for more effective coordination and collaboration in military operations.
Affordable options for reliable connectivity in different Earth orbits
The integration of affordable options for reliable connectivity in different Earth orbits offers a robust and versatile communication solution. This collaboration between Northrop Grumman and the Air Force Research Laboratory will contribute to achieving decision-making authority over various domains for warfighters and enhancing the capabilities of air and ground forces. With the ability to securely share data and synchronize operations in real-time, this partnership will enable more effective global collaboration in military operations.
