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Introducing MARS: Web Application for After-Action Reports

Monday, April 17th, 2023

Clarksville, TN- VK Integrated Systems (VKIS), a leading provider of innovative technology solutions, is excited to announce the creation and launch of MARS (Mapping After-Action Review System). MARS is a revolutionary web application that is designed to work in conjunction with TAK servers; this enables users to access and view historical location and shot date through an interactive timeline.

MARS empowers users to easily play, pause, and rewind mission data based on the date it was collected. Utilizing data stored in a secure database, MARS incorporates the intormation into its playback tool, including shot location and direction when paired with compatble equipment.

This endanced report visual provides the reviewer with a beter undersancine of the on-ground action, improving potential gaps in existing technology, and enabling better planning for the future.

Our scalable and customizable technology solution is tailored to meet the unique needs of any user or organization, offering real-time data analytics and reporting for valuable insights and information. Let VK Integrated Systems handle the back-end data while you complete the mission.

For more information on sensor technolooy and warfighter innovations. visit sat.vkintsys.com.

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The Best Just Got Better: Safariland Announces Reengineered Liberator HP Line

Thursday, April 13th, 2023

Jacksonville, Florida – Safariland®, a brand of The Safariland Group, a leading global provider of safety products designed for the public safety, military, professional and outdoor markets and one of Cadre Holdings, Inc.’s (NYSE: CDRE) (“Cadre”) key brands is pleased to announce that the next generation of electronic hearing protection just got better. Safariland’s enhanced Liberator HP line now features all new improvements, including a sought-after rechargeable model.

“Reliable communication systems and audio protection are essential, and Liberators have served as an exceptional hearing protection and communication choice for security forces, SWAT teams, and everyday range shooters for years,” said James Imhoff, VP & GM of Diversified Products for Safariland. “We’re excited to showcase significant improvements to the Liberator line that enhance audio frequency, expand the system modes, and more. We’ve also added a highly requested rechargeable version of the Liberator HP with a focus on meeting the evolving needs of our customers.”

The engineering behind the Liberator HP-R provides extended usage between charges, supplemented by a quick and effortless recharge. Utilizing a standard USB-C port with the included charging cable, the Liberator HP-R’s powerful battery provides more than enough energy to keep the Liberator HP-R in action all week. The headset offers high protection in all environments and industry-leading sound localization for maximum situational awareness and sound detection. Providing exceptional electronic hearing protection without the need to replace batteries, the Liberator HP-R is the only premium hearing protection to offer this state-of-the-art rechargeable system.

Key features of the Liberator HP-R include:

• 3 Distinct Hearing Protection Modes

• Advanced Auto Shut-off Technology

• Designed, Engineered, and Manufactured in the USA

• First of ts kind multi-mode adjustability providing Active Noise Reduction (ANR) and Active Noise Cancellation simultaneously

• IP-68 Waterproof Design

• Noise Reduction Rating (NRR) of 26dB

• Slim Earcup Design Layered with Sound Barrier Technology

• Up to 80 hours of Operation

The re-engineered Liberator line features improved audio frequency responses to provide the most authentic sound reproduction, enhanced audio volume, and Active Noise Cancelling performance. Military, law enforcement, and shooting enthusiasts can now rely on these headsets for more efficient operation and lead times.

For more information about the improved Liberator line and new Liberator HP-R, visit Safariland.com.

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Hood Tech Joins Persistent Systems Wave Relay Ecosystem

Wednesday, April 5th, 2023

Company will be first camera manufacturer to join industry alliance of Wave Relay® mobile ad hoc network partners

Persistent Systems, LLC (“Persistent”), a leader in mobile ad hoc networking (MANET), announced today that Oregon-based Hood Technology Corporation (“Hood Tech”), which develops gimbaled cameras for small unmanned aircraft systems (UAS), has joined Persistent’s Wave Relay® Ecosystem.

The Ecosystem is an industry alliance of UAS, unmanned ground vehicles (UGV), sensor, and camera manufacturers all utilizing Persistent’s Wave Relay® MANET as their preferred network for command-and-control and communications functions. The Hood Tech Vision division of Hood Tech will be the first camera manufacturer to join the Wave Relay® Ecosystem.

“Warfighters deserve the best possible user experience from their combat systems,” said Jeremy Hickman, Director of Business Development for Persistent Systems. “By collaborating with Hood Tech, we can ensure that the systems work in harmony; delivering full motion video, camera control, and KLV metadata, to the dismounted warfighter.”

In addition, by closely working with Persistent, Hood Tech furthers the company’s Next-Generation ISR concept. This new approach to air-ground video connectivity networks warfighters with aircraft and onboard sensors, greatly speeding up the tempo of combat.

By collaborating with the Hood Tech Aero division, Persistent will leverage their manned ISR aviation division to demonstrate the future of ISR full-motion video, putting the capability and control back in the hands of the dismounted warfighter.

“We chose to be part of the Persistent Systems Ecosystem because Wave Relay® has proven to be such a reliable datalink,” Brian Prange, VP of Hood Tech. “By joining the Ecosystem, we lower barriers between the two companies, allowing us both to improve efficiency, and provide greater value to customers requiring the installation of Persistent’s MPU5 networking radio on aircraft.”

As the next step in their relationship, Hood Tech and Persistent will be pursuing opportunities in defense, traffic, forestry, and firefighting markets, say Persistent company officials.

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Freedom Atlantic – Universal PD Cable

Tuesday, April 4th, 2023

Freedom Atlantic’s Universal PD Cable is designed to connect your EUD to your radio and be compatible with all radio configurations, keeping your radios alive longer.

Features:

• 5, 9 and 12V power to EUD (USB Power Delivery 3.0)

• 100mA to 2A configurable current output

• Adjust charge rates real-time using PD protocol messaging

• Real time power role swapping

• Reconfigurable USB Type C interface: swap between host and
peripheral modes

• *Peripheral connector options for legacy radios: Glenair 6-pin, Fischer, ODU

freedom-atlantic.com

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Kägwerks Integrates DTC Radio With DOCK-Lite

Friday, March 31st, 2023

Utilizing Domo Tactical Communications (DTC) MiMo IP Mesh Radio, Kägwerks has provided the capability of attaching a squad-level radio to their DOCK-Lite mount for End User Devices.

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Silvus Technologies Partners With Al Seer Marine and Broadcast Solutions on World Hub for Intelligent Maritime Solutions

Friday, March 31st, 2023

Abu Dhabi, UAE and Los Angeles, CA (March 29, 2023) – Silvus Technologies, Inc. (“Silvus”), a global leader of advanced wireless networking communications systems, announced its latest strategic collaboration with Al Seer Marine (ADX: ASM) and Broadcast Solutions GmbH to strengthen Al Seer Marine’s Maritime Autonomous Center of Excellence – a leading hub for intelligent maritime solutions.

Located in Al Seer Marine’s state-of-the-art shipyard, featuring the world’s largest robotic arm-based 3D printer, dedicated training institute, and maritime maintenance facility in Abu Dhabi, the Center will provide government, industry, academia and private sector organizations from around the world the opportunity to develop, test, and gain practical experience operating autonomous systems throughout the waters of the region.

Leveraging Silvus’ advanced wireless network communication expertise, Al Seer Marine’s success in autonomous maritime platform development, and Broadcast Solutions’ depth of experience in systems integration, the Maritime Autonomous Center of Excellence will rapidly become a world leading center for maritime solutions.

“Al Seer Marine continues to develop, build and deliver leading autonomous products and services throughout the region. Our organizations share common interests and values in providing the technologies that are needed in today’s world, while shaping those that will form tomorrow. We will continuously help key organizations sustain autonomous systems for the advancement of the UAE and regional partners through the combination of key innovative technologies and working closely with our strategic partners,” said Guy Neivens, CEO of Al Seer Marine.

“We are honored to join with Al Seer Marine and Broadcast Solutions in this collaborative endeavor to accelerate technology innovation and the art of what’s possible. We believe the Center will become an invaluable resource for system developers, industry partners, and end users,” said Allen Johnston, Silvus Senior Director International Sales and Business Development.

“As a long-term Al Seer Marine and Silvus partner, we look forward to contributing our team’s expertise to foster growth and development within the UAE in this exciting sector,” said Peter Jakobsson, Business Development Director at Broadcast Solutions GmbH.

As the Center’s principal communications technology partner, Silvus Technologies will provide wireless broadband network connectivity solutions for organizations accessing the Center. Broadcast Solutions will serve as the Center’s primary systems integration partner, working closely with participating organizations on solutions design, execution, and optimization.

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Curtiss-Wright Awarded Contract to Provide U.S. Marine Corps with Expeditionary Network Communications Technology

Friday, March 24th, 2023

DAVIDSON, N.C. – March 23, 2023 – Curtiss-Wright Corporation, (NYSE: CW) today announced that it has been awarded a follow-on contract by the United States Marine Corps (USMC) to provide small form factor network router and switch modules to support communications modernization with highly portable expeditionary network communications technology. Under the contract, Curtiss-Wright will provide a Modular Open Systems Approach (MOSA) deployed baseband system for the Marine Corps Wideband Satellite-Expeditionary (MCWS-X) program.

“As a leading supplier of tactical battlefield communications solutions, we are very proud to provide the Marine Corps with our proven field-deployable network communications technology to support the MCWS-X program,” said Lynn M. Bamford, Chair and CEO of Curtiss-Wright Corporation. “This contract further strengthens the long and successful relationship we have with the USMC and highlights Curtiss-Wright’s ability to enhance interoperability and improve cost efficiencies with electronics systems that adhere to the DoD’s mandate for solutions based on the Modular Open Systems Approach.”

Curtiss-Wright is performing the work within its Defense Solutions division in the Defense Electronics segment. The products covered by this agreement will be shipped to the USMC from the Curtiss-Wright Defense Solutions facility in Portland, Oregon

For more information on Curtiss-Wright’s Defense Solutions division products, please visit www.curtisswrightds.com.

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Spectra Group Announces Supply of Troposcatter COMET Systems to ARRC for C2 Experimentation

Tuesday, March 14th, 2023

Spectra Group (UK) Ltd, a specialist provider of secure voice, data and satellite communications systems, announces the supply of a number of Troposcatter Compact Over-the horizon Mobile Expeditionary Terminal (COMET) systems to the British Army’s Allied Rapid Reaction Corps (ARRC) 3-star Headquarters (HQ) as part of their Agile Command and Control (C2) experimentation programme. The initial award has a value of £1.2 million, with aspirations to upscale following results analysis and suitable funding being secured. The capability will help support HQ ARRC’s rapid deployment role, enabling the communication of large data in a tactical environment without relying on host nation infrastructure or satellites.

HQ ARRC stands at high readiness to deploy and lead NATO’s Response Force (NRF). The Army’s position as the pre-eminent European Land partner to the US, is achieved through leadership in NATO and reflected in the tenure of the Alliance’s deputy commander post. HQ ARRC provides UK Defence a 3-star HQ, capable of deploying around the world in a variety of configurations to command national or NATO missions. It provides a framework within which international partners can deploy forces and is capable of operating across the spectrum of conflict. As such, HQ ARRC has significant data communication demands that must be met in challenging and austere environments, with minimal infrastructure and when facing both an asymmetric and conventional enemy threat.

Troposcatter is a small, lightweight and high-bandwidth data link that uses the Troposphere to provide its communication network. It is independent of satellites and works in a GPS/GNSS denied environment, so is suitable for use in a Peer-on-Peer conflict and to support multi-domain integration, including pan-government and with allies. It has very low latency and can provide wide bandwidth, enabling analysis and manipulation of large data, which combined with its high mobility makes it suitable for large, deployed HQs (such as ARRC) and for more mobile battlegroups or even down to company headquarters. Unlike geostationary satellites, it is effective in polar regions and because it is directional, uses low power and has complex waveforms it is difficult to detect and is highly suitable for many of the challenges faced by UK Defence and NATO today.

Spectra Group delivered two COMET systems to HQ ARRC in January 2023 which will allow ARRC to train and deploy at speed with the latest Troposcatter technology and facilitate big data manipulation at the very edge of the tactical environment, while enhancing the HQs flexibility and agility to respond quickly in a crisis. The procurement route was equally as agile as the system itself, as reported in March 2022, Troposcatter COMET was added to the NATO Catalogue so any NATO country can purchase directly without going to tender.

Michael Davies, Business Development Executive at Spectra Group said: “The Troposcatter COMET is a lightweight and easily deployable system that is operationally proven and is also in-service with British high-readiness forces such as the Royal Marines. We are delighted that HQ ARRC has also adopted this system to support its communication and data needs.”

www.spectra-group.co.uk

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