Digital Interoperability (DI) / Marine Air Ground Task Force (MAGTF) Agile Networking Gateway Link (MANGL)
Abstract
Digital Interoperability (DI) is the United States Marine Corps' strategy to bridge multiple generations of technology using three matured technologies; gateways, software defined radios, and Commercial Off-The-Shelf (COTS) interfaces. This modular developmental approach enables iterative migration to advanced waveforms and payloads while providing enhanced digital connectivity between forces using dissimilar technologies. DI will enable fleet integration of new capabilities on COTS tablets and Government Off-The-Shelf (GOTS) applications. DI will also enable logistics tracking and reporting (cargo and personnel) with the use of Radio Frequency Identification technology, advanced Electronic Warfare/Cyber capability, and threat data capturing/off-boarding. The architecture establishes the foundation to enable system performance data off-boarding, as well as data fusion and artificial intelligence augmentation capabilities. Development and testing of MANGL components, to include Software Reconfigurable Payload (SRP), gateways and tablets, in Hub and Spoke configurations for MV-22B. Translates messages from one tactical data link to another (i.e. Link 16 to Adaptive Networking Wideband Waveform [ANW2]) with a tactically proven gateway thereby leveraging previous investments. Provides the foundation for Command, Control, Communications, Electromagnetic Spectrum Operations, and Intelligence exploitation of platform/sensor data off-boarding, data fusion, and distributed processing. Enables real-time blue force situational awareness and improved decision-making through the sharing of a Common Operational Picture, including friendly force positions, capabilities, and threat information for both the aircrew and embarked troops. Provides for operations in denied and degraded environments, enables range extension and distributed operations. SRP 2.0 is a single common payload module that is government configuration controlled architecture, and reconfigurable to support simultaneous missions and applications making maximum use of available bandwidth and ensuring interoperability all with a cyber-secure, National Security Agency (NSA) approved, cryptographic solution. There are earlier versions of the SRP (1.0 and 1.5) operationally deployed in other naval platforms. SRP 2.0 provides an imminently upgradable platform for eventual inclusion of Low Probability of Intercept (LPI)/ Low Probability of Detection (LPD) and advanced mesh waveforms for the exchange of tactical data, imagery, and video. Incorporation of new waveforms can be accomplished within 18 months vice the 36 to 48 months required for integration and initial fielding using traditional approaches.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Accomplishment
- Publication Date
- Oct 01, 2021
- Source ID
- 376e7e341882a574fc9f37876a768307
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