Non-Traditional Acoustic Communications (NTAC)
Abstract
Submarine Launch Unmanned Aerial System (SLUAS) transferred from RDTEN Program Element (PE) 0604562N beginning in FY25. Non-Traditional Acoustic Communications (NTAC) is a software-based solution that leverages existing hardware components on target platforms, including submarines. The NTAC program is responsible for establishing formal program requirements, supporting installation of NTAC software on various platforms, and upgrading the software to support new hardware to improve NTAC performance. The new software capability is referred to as "NTAC software delivery package." Additional details are available at the classified level. Submarine Launch Unmanned Aerial System (SLUAS) incorporates unmanned aerial vehicles, vehicle encapsulating canisters, vehicle command and control capabilities, and vehicle stowage into submarines. SLUAS extends the sensor range of the submarine, serving as a key enabler of Over-The-Horizon (OTH) weapons employment.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Project
- Publication Date
- Oct 01, 2025
- Source ID
- 1268_0101226N_7_1319_PB_2025
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