Compact High Power Radio Frequency Directed Energy (HPRF-DE) Source (Navy/USMC)

Abstract

This project tests state-of-the-art HPRF magnetron microwave tubes and solid state power modulators, and evaluates the non-lethal effects offered by this technology. This approach provides the warfighter a capability between “shouting and shooting” by delivering electromagnetic energy that will disrupt, disable, or potentially destroy critical vehicle/vessel electronic circuitry. Completed Phase I Open Air Effects Testing and initiated Phase II Radio Frequency Output Characterization Test Planning in FY 2017. Although this project did not meet the one million dollar threshold, it was included in this section because of a large investment in FY 2016.

Document Details

Document Type
Accomplishment
Publication Date
Oct 01, 2019
Source ID
105b6ee4fad9d84f5a748b34fcd70fc2

Tags

Fields of Study

  • Physics

Readers

  • Aerospace Test and Evaluation
  • Electronics Engineering
  • Unmanned Aerial System (UAS) Autonomous Capabilities and Mission Reconnaissance.

Technology Areas

  • Directed Energy
  • Microelectronics

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