Communication Automation
Abstract
The BFTN program, is a continuing program that provides for automation and communications upgrades for fleet tactical users. BFTN on each surface, subsurface, air, or fixed US Navy platform utilizes previously installed/existing LOS/ELOS radios to create a secure gateway that inter-connects all users into a common RF tactical network. This network directly supports the RC2 posture of US-Only and NATO Allied/Coalition users' tactical data information exchanges on each platform between and/or across separately dispersed RF Networks even if SATCOM channels to shore are lost. This system is formally specified by both Fleet Commanders as a threshold capability for global maritime command control and communications in a Distributed Maritime Environment to execute current warfighting plans. FY 2021 BFTN will focus on completing efforts necessary to complete FOT&E test report. BFTN will continue development of RC2 system enhancements that address ELOS radio obsolescence issues and critical upgrades required to meet near-term communication threats. The HF Modernization study (conducted in 2018 by DoN identified RC2 capability gaps needed to support the RC2 posture. BFTN RC2 System Enhancements (BRSE) will provide the RF network for an "always on / always connected" capability and for increased range and data rate capabilities through an agile RF data networking capability. BRSE will provide those improvements through the development of advanced HF waveforms with cognitive radios adjusting to spectrum interference, adaptive null steering, and Multiple Input Multiple Output (MIMO); the replacement of 2-channels current radios with modern radios and modems; and bringing increased performance in a contested and congested environment, including more robust links to/from shore with large gain directional shore sites instead of low gain omni-directional antennas. The BRSE system is formally specified by both Fleet Commanders as a threshold capability for global maritime command, control, and communications in a Distributed Maritime Environment to execute current warfighting plans. FY21 BRSE will develop the RC2 system enhancements that address the need of the RF network for an "always on / always connected" capability, and for increased range and data rate capabilities through an agile RF data networking capability, that are required to meet future communication threats.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Project
- Publication Date
- Oct 01, 2021
- Source ID
- 0725_0604280N_5_1319_PB_2021
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