New Army Network Reaches the Field
Abstract
After two years of Soldier-driven doctrinal development, evaluation and integration, the Army is delivering its new tactical communications network to select Brigade Combat Teams, introducing both critical technology upgrades and a deliberate approach to how units are equipped with the network. Soldiers from the 10th Mountain Division s 3rd BCT at Fort Drum, N.Y., and 4th BCT at Fort Polk, La., were the first to receive Capability Set 13, which began fielding in October 2012. The 4th BCT, 4th Infantry Division at Fort Carson, Colo., will be the next to get the new gear starting early in 2013. Through mobile communications technology that connects all echelons of a brigade combat team down to the dismounted Soldier, the Capability Set 13 network will reduce units reliance on fixed infrastructure, extend the range of communications and improve battlefield awareness at the lowest levels. This capability will allow us to remain mobile and will not tie us to fixed facilities, said COL Walter E. Piatt, deputy commanding general for support of the 10th Mountain Division. This capability changes the equation, and gives us situational awareness where we need to have it and turn it against the enemy.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Jan 01, 2012
- Accession Number
- ADA579470
Entities
People
- Claire Heininger