Communications

SEA 1442

Innovative distributed approach for the Australian Navy

We have delivered a radio communications control solution to the Royal Australian Navy (RAN) for their ANZAC Class‐Frigates. Our software introduced a new state‐of‐the‐art paradigm for the control and management of the RAN’s ANZAC‐class shipboard radio communications systems, delivering dramatic improvements in mission flexibility and capability. The contract was awarded to us in support of a communications modernization contract by Leonardo MW Ltd., a UK based Prime Contractor.

Under this contract, we have provided communications control software to be installed in the main communications control computer integrating with a technologically advanced Radio Frequency Distribution System (RFD) to provide the capability to adjust the multi‐band, multi‐mode radio communications configuration in real‐time in support of military, humanitarian and other Government and Defense related missions. The features of the solution provide the Australian Navy with a higher performing communications capability which is required to meet expanding operational needs. The solution provides improved and intuitive communication management between ships, aircraft, troops, first responders, emergency personnel, other agencies and allied nations to coordinate the information and resources necessary in any situation. The control software operates in coordination with an RF Distribution System to deliver a command and control dashboard to the Royal Australian Navy. “This solution leverages the latest designs to provide communications operators the control to immediately adapt system capability for any mix of emerging needs,” said Emil Kaunitz, President of SSI. “ The control software also allows RAN to quickly and affordably upgrade their communications systems to address future mission needs and assure continued interoperability through the life‐cycle. While designed specifically for these frigates to increase and improve radio operations, our software is modular and easily modified so that the same capability can be utilized across an entire Navy fleet with different ship classes and different radio system configurations.” Mr. Kaunitz said.