H6

Abstract

The H6 program, building on technology developed in the Lasers for Universal Microscale Optical Systems (LUMOS) program (budgeted in this PE and Project), is developing the first tactical-grade clock. Tactical-grade clocks are ultra-small, low power, fieldable and can maintain the timing needed for DoD-relevant applications in challenging environments. Precise timing in a tactical package will decouple operations from GPS dependence, overcoming a significant operational vulnerability for the warfighter. Precise tactical-grade clocks from H6 will enable increased signal assurance and pervasive communications security in high-jamming regions. Additionally, H6 will enable real-time, physical monitoring and tracking of warfighters and special forces and will play a critical role in search and rescue through the ability to maintain precise time over a long mission duration without having to re-establish external communications.

Document Details

Document Type
Accomplishment
Publication Date
Oct 01, 2025
Source ID
ea0cfe09cd1a3171b3c25290b62ff763

Tags

Readers

  • Distributed Systems and Data Platform Development
  • Inertial Navigation Systems.
  • Military Science and Technology Research and Modernization.

Technology Areas

  • Directed Energy
  • Space

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