Comtech Launches Industry-First Multipath Radio Platform
Comtech Telecommunications Corp. (NASDAQ: CMTL) has launched its groundbreaking multipath radio (MPR) platform, the first-ever terrestrial high data rate over-the-horizon integrated radio system. The platform supports line-of-sight, obstructed-line-of-sight, and beyond-line-of-sight scenarios, offering secure communications up to 150 miles without satellite dependency.
The MPR platform features multimode functionality, diverse antenna support, and advanced signal processing, designed for rapid deployment in under 10 minutes. During recent demonstrations, it achieved 14 megabits of continuous data transmission over a 101-mile link and successfully completed a long-range ship-to-shore connection during the U.S. Navy's Silent Swarm 2024 exercise.
Key advantages include low Size Weight and Power (SWAP), compatibility with Comtech's Troposcatter Systems, and Layer 2 interface integration for IP-based networks. The platform addresses multipath disruption through advanced error correction and adaptive coding, with planned enhancements including point-to-multi-point capabilities.
Comtech Telecommunications Corp. (NASDAQ: CMTL) ha lanciato la sua innovativa piattaforma radio multipath (MPR), il primo sistema radio integrato terrestre ad alta velocità di trasmissione dati oltre l'orizzonte. La piattaforma supporta scenari di visibilità diretta, visibilità ostacolata e oltre la linea di vista, offrendo comunicazioni sicure fino a 150 miglia senza dipendenza da satelliti.
La piattaforma MPR presenta funzionalità multimodali, supporto per antenne diverse e un avanzato processamento del segnale, progettata per un rapido dispiegamento in meno di 10 minuti. Durante recenti dimostrazioni, ha raggiunto 14 megabit di trasmissione dati continua su un collegamento di 101 miglia e ha completato con successo una connessione a lungo raggio da nave a costa durante l'esercitazione Silent Swarm 2024 della Marina degli Stati Uniti.
I principali vantaggi includono un basso peso e dimensioni (SWAP), compatibilità con i sistemi Troposcatter di Comtech e integrazione dell'interfaccia Layer 2 per reti basate su IP. La piattaforma affronta la disruption multipath attraverso avanzate correzioni di errore e codifica adattativa, con miglioramenti pianificati che includono capacità punto-a-multipunto.
Comtech Telecommunications Corp. (NASDAQ: CMTL) ha lanzado su innovadora plataforma de radio multipath (MPR), el primer sistema de radio terrestre integrado de alta velocidad de datos más allá del horizonte. La plataforma soporta escenarios de línea de vista, línea de vista obstruida y más allá de la línea de vista, ofreciendo comunicaciones seguras hasta 150 millas sin dependencia de satélites.
La plataforma MPR cuenta con funcionalidad multimodal, soporte para diversas antenas y procesamiento avanzado de señales, diseñada para un despliegue rápido en menos de 10 minutos. Durante demostraciones recientes, logró 14 megabits de transmisión de datos continua a través de un enlace de 101 millas y completó con éxito una conexión a larga distancia de barco a costa durante el ejercicio Silent Swarm 2024 de la Marina de EE. UU.
Las principales ventajas incluyen bajo tamaño, peso y potencia (SWAP), compatibilidad con los sistemas Troposcatter de Comtech e integración de interfaz de Capa 2 para redes basadas en IP. La plataforma aborda la interrupción multipath mediante corrección de errores avanzada y codificación adaptativa, con mejoras planificadas que incluyen capacidades de punto a multipunto.
Comtech Telecommunications Corp. (NASDAQ: CMTL)는 혁신적인 다경로 라디오(MPR) 플랫폼을 출시했습니다. 이는 최초의 지상 고속 데이터 전송을 위한 수평 통합 라디오 시스템입니다. 이 플랫폼은 시야 직선, 시야 방해 및 시야를 초월하는 시나리오를 지원하여 위성 의존 없이 150마일까지 안전한 통신을 제공합니다.
MPR 플랫폼은 다중 모드 기능, 다양한 안테나 지원 및 고급 신호 처리를 특징으로 하며, 10분 이내에 신속하게 배치할 수 있도록 설계되었습니다. 최근 시연 중 101마일 링크에서 지속적인 데이터 전송 속도로 14메가비트를 기록했으며, 미국 해군의 Silent Swarm 2024 훈련 중 선박과 육지 간의 장거리 연결을 성공적으로 완료했습니다.
주요 장점으로는 낮은 크기, 무게 및 전력(SWAP), Comtech의 Troposcatter 시스템과의 호환성, IP 기반 네트워크를 위한 Layer 2 인터페이스 통합이 있습니다. 이 플랫폼은 고급 오류 수정 및 적응형 코딩을 통해 다경로 방해를 해결하며, 포인트-투-멀티포인트 기능을 포함한 향상된 기능이 계획되어 있습니다.
Comtech Telecommunications Corp. (NASDAQ: CMTL) a lancé sa plateforme radio multipath (MPR) révolutionnaire, le premier système radio intégré terrestre à haute vitesse de données au-delà de l'horizon. La plateforme prend en charge des scénarios de ligne de vue, de ligne de vue obstruée et au-delà de la ligne de vue, offrant des communications sécurisées jusqu'à 150 miles sans dépendance aux satellites.
La plateforme MPR présente des fonctionnalités multimodes, un support pour diverses antennes et un traitement avancé des signaux, conçue pour un déploiement rapide en moins de 10 minutes. Lors de démonstrations récentes, elle a atteint 14 mégabits de transmission de données continue sur un lien de 101 miles et a réussi à établir une connexion à longue portée de navire à terre lors de l'exercice Silent Swarm 2024 de la Marine américaine.
Les principaux avantages incluent une taille, un poids et une puissance (SWAP) réduits, la compatibilité avec les systèmes Troposcatter de Comtech et l'intégration de l'interface de couche 2 pour les réseaux basés sur IP. La plateforme aborde la perturbation multipath grâce à une correction d'erreur avancée et un codage adaptatif, avec des améliorations prévues comprenant des capacités point à multipoint.
Comtech Telecommunications Corp. (NASDAQ: CMTL) hat seine bahnbrechende Multipath-Radio (MPR)-Plattform eingeführt, das erste terrestrische Hochgeschwindigkeitsdatenübertragungssystem über den Horizont. Die Plattform unterstützt Szenarien mit Sichtverbindung, obstruierter Sichtverbindung und darüber hinaus, und bietet sichere Kommunikation bis zu 150 Meilen ohne Satellitenabhängigkeit.
Die MPR-Plattform bietet multimodale Funktionalität, Unterstützung für verschiedene Antennen und eine fortschrittliche Signalverarbeitung, die für eine schnelle Bereitstellung in unter 10 Minuten konzipiert ist. Bei jüngsten Demonstrationen erreichte sie 14 Megabit kontinuierlicher Datenübertragung über eine Verbindung von 101 Meilen und stellte erfolgreich eine Langstreckenverbindung von Schiff zu Küste während der Silent Swarm 2024-Übung der US Navy her.
Zu den wichtigsten Vorteilen gehören geringe Größe, Gewicht und Leistung (SWAP), Kompatibilität mit den Troposcatter-Systemen von Comtech und die Integration der Layer-2-Schnittstelle für IP-basierte Netzwerke. Die Plattform behandelt Multipath-Störungen durch fortschrittliche Fehlerkorrektur und adaptive Kodierung, mit geplanten Verbesserungen, die Punkt-zu-Mehrpunkt-Funktionen umfassen.
- First-ever terrestrial high data rate over-the-horizon integrated radio system
- Demonstrated capability of 14 megabits data transmission over 101-mile distance
- Successful implementation in U.S. Navy's Silent Swarm 2024 exercise
- Rapid deployment time of under 10 minutes
- Range capability up to 150 miles without satellite dependency
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The launch of Comtech's MPR platform represents a strategic market disruption in military communications technology, potentially reshaping the
The technology's significance extends beyond its technical specifications. In an era where satellite communications face increasing vulnerabilities and costs, MPR's ability to provide BLOS communications without SATCOM dependency offers substantial operational cost savings and strategic advantages for military customers. The successful demonstrations during Silent Swarm 2024 and Joint Service exercises validate its real-world applicability, particularly in maritime operations where reliable ship-to-shore communications are critical.
The platform's software-defined architecture creates a recurring revenue opportunity through future capability upgrades, including planned point-to-multi-point functionality. This approach aligns with modern military procurement strategies favoring adaptable, future-proof solutions. The rapid deployment capability and low SWAP characteristics address key military requirements for expeditionary operations, potentially accelerating adoption across various defense sectors.
The integration with Comtech's existing Troposcatter systems and compatibility with IP-based MESH and MANET networks positions the company to capture a larger share of military communication budgets. This interoperability advantage, combined with the first-mover status in integrated multipath mitigation, creates significant barriers to entry for competitors.
MPR platform provides industry-first multipath mitigation capabilities in single integrated, antenna agnostic platform
Built on the proven success of Comtech’s next-generation Troposcatter systems, the MPR platform’s multimode functionality, diverse antenna support, and advanced signal processing techniques empower users to establish secure, reliable and resilient communications links in challenging environments where traditional radios struggle. Today, MPR supports line-of-sight (“LOS”), obstructed-line-of-sight (“OLOS”), and beyond-line-of-sight (“BLOS”) scenarios.
“Comtech’s MPR is optimized for on-the-move, at-the-halt, and fixed applications in a flexible, low Size Weight and Power (“SWAP”) terrestrial over-the-horizon communications platform,” said Daniel Gizinski, President of Comtech’s Satellite and Space Communications Segment. “MPR’s functionality and ease of use is a true game-changer for end users, demonstrating the ability to be set up and deployed in less than 10 minutes as well as delivering industry-leading data rates continuously over long distances. The software-defined nature of Comtech’s MPR platform also enables the system to adapt and incorporate new capabilities over time.”
In the past, terrestrial BLOS communications systems were limited due to large size, high-power requirements, and complexity of operation. Leveraging over 40 years of multipath radio technology leadership, Comtech’s MPR is revolutionizing high data rate communications capabilities by providing a rapidly deployable, transportable, low SWAP solution for military and commercial operators.
Comtech’s Multipath Mitigation Technology Advantage:
Today, reliable communications in diverse environments are essential for military and critical infrastructure applications. However, multipath propagation, where radio signals travel along multiple paths before reaching the end user, disrupts signal integrity, causing a drop in communications or total loss of connectivity. Comtech’s MPR solves multipath disruption by a unique combination of diverse techniques, advanced forward error correction, and adaptive coding and modulation, that represent a first for the industry.
Operational Value for End Users:
- BLOS without SATCOM: MPR provides real-time data connectivity over-the-horizon up to 150 miles; this capability can be critical in satellite contested environments or when limited space segment is available.
- Reliable Communications: The MPR ensures clear and consistent communications across echelons, overcoming signal degradation caused by terrain or obstacles.
- Enhanced Situational Awareness: Reliable data exchange facilitates a shared understanding of a variety of scenarios ranging from military operations to disaster response, which is crucial for informed decision-making.
- Improved Interoperability: The MPR is over the air compatible with Comtech’s entire Family of Troposcatter Systems. To enhance network and information interoperability, MPR provides an easy-to-use Layer 2 interface integration package for all IP based MESH and MANET radio networks.
- Common Digital Architecture: MPR is designed to leverage a common digital architecture across the Company’s other product lines, including Comtech’s Digital Common Ground modems.
- Low SWAP: The MPR provides users maximum SWAP flexibility against varied environments. The small footprint and rapid set up provide users with a true expeditionary capability.
- Enhancements: Comtech’s MPR has a series of planned enhancements, including point-to-multi-point, which will allow simultaneous communications to multiple on-the-move platforms and stationary sites, eliminating the need for multiple systems at the hub location.
Recent
During an initial Joint Service demonstration along Florida’s panhandle, Comtech’s MPR delivered 14 megabits of data continuously over a 101-mile BLOS link using no vertical lift.
During the
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About Comtech
Comtech Telecommunications Corp. is a leading provider of satellite and space communications technologies; terrestrial and wireless network solutions; Next Generation 911 (NG911) and emergency services; and cloud native capabilities to commercial and government customers around the world. Through its culture of innovation and employee empowerment, Comtech leverages its global presence and decades of technology leadership and experience to create some of the world’s most innovative solutions for mission-critical communications. For more information, please visit www.comtech.com.
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