Common Data Link (CDL)
Abstract
Common Data Link (CDL) provides an interoperable joint command, control, and communications capability for manned/unmanned Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR) assets. As the CDL Executive Agent (EA), the Air Force oversees acquisition of developmental data-link terminals and update/maintenance of the CDL specification. CDL Military Intelligence Program (MIP) funds are used to ensure design configuration, commonality, and interoperability, including testing, among the service's ISR platforms. Updates to the CDL specification and developmental systems impact approximately 500 DoD airborne and ground ISR systems with CDL capabilities. The CDL program is also focused on complying with OSD mandates for Internet Protocol Version 6 (IPv6) incorporation, use of cryptographic (COMSEC) equipment; and direction to minimize spectrum usage and occupancy. The CDL design permits existing and future reconnaissance assets to operate worldwide, providing sensor data directly via point-to-point or point-to-multipoint broadcast to ground sites and airborne platforms. It also provides the capability to relay data via air-to-air or satellite links when the asset and ground site are not within line-of-sight. CDL provides bandwidth to accommodate numerous sensors collecting Signals Intelligence (SIGINT) and Imagery Intelligence (IMINT) (including video) data. Concept, technology, and developmental efforts support continuous improvements and implementation of line-of-sight and network Command and Control, Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (C2ISR) capabilities. CDL's modular design provides for future technology insertion and reduces non-recurring engineering and life-cycle costs to the user. Activities also include studies and analysis to support both current program planning and execution and future program planning. This program is categorized as Budget Activity 07 because it provides for development of technologies and capabilities in support of operational system development.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Project
- Publication Date
- Oct 01, 2011
- Source ID
- 674819_0305206F_7_3600_PB_2011
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