| Tactical Component Network (TCN) |
| Primary Purpose | TCN will network vast numbers of diverse sensor |
| systems, and maximize their ability to contribute |
| to a Single Integrated Air Picture over existing |
| communication systems. |
| Sub-Functions | ID Doctrine. |
| Equipment Requirements | Rave computer system (Sun system, dual |
| processor). |
| Connectivity Requirements | Tactical Communications. |
| Crypto Requirements | N/A. |
| Normal Locations | Not fielded but will be located at different |
| sensor locations. |
| Information Managed | Distributes only the radar data needed by each |
| cooperating unit, thereby reducing the amount of |
| bandwidth used and allowing the use of |
| alternative communication systems. |
| Products Created | Capability to transfer targeting data from |
| different sensors. |
| Lead Service/Contractor | Solipsys. |
| Current Fielding Status | In development. |
| Known Problems | Capability demonstrated no known problems based |
| on demonstration. |
| DIICOE Compliance Rating | Not rated. |
| Point of Contact | Capt. D. A. Gordon, USMC, CEC Project Officer, |
| Marine Corps Systems Command. |
| GordonDA@mcsc.usmc.mil. Comm: (703) 784-0923. |
| Updated by | Capt. J. C. Trepka, USMC, CCSC-01 |
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