Thales and Rockwell Collins boost performance of FlexNet product line
15 June 2010
Thales and Rockwell Collins have introduced a new 1.5 Mb service class for the FlexNet-Waveform that offers a greater range of services including imaging, video streaming, file transfer, web-based applications and messaging. The new capability also offers greater responsiveness for time-critical data transmissions by reducing latency for situational awareness and real-time services for cooperative engagements and weapon systems.
The VHF PR4G-F@stnet Waveform is now available on FlexNet Software Defined Radio/Software Communications Architecture (SDR/SCA) platforms opening up interoperability between widely deployed PR4G/F@stnet radios and FlexNet platforms running the FlexNet-Waveform. Thales has demonstrated the interoperability of FlexNet-One running the VHF PR4G/F@stnet Waveform with Thales F@stnet radios.
These evolutions strengthen the Thales and Rockwell Collins leadership in Software Defined Radio vehicular communications systems by providing the future proof FlexNet solution, the first SCA-compliant radio tested in the field in Europe. FlexNet, FlexNet-One, and FlexNet-Four, have been ordered in serial production by two major customers. FlexNet platforms have also been selected by the European Secure Software defined Radio (ESSOR) programme to support the new European Coalition Waveform compliant to SCA architecture.
Thales and Rockwell Collins first announced their strategic agreement at Eurosatory 2006, and have since combined their strengths to develop and market the next generation of SCA radios that are optimized to meet new operational requirements.
FlexNet, the first Software Defined Radio available in the international market:
Based on multi-band and multi-channel platforms and designed with an open and secure architecture, FlexNet radios are compliant with the SCA standard and will accommodate future technology insertions or requirement upgrades. Thales and Rockwell Collins now offer a turnkey solution that takes advantage of a true software defined platform by allowing the end user to develop and download their own waveforms into the FlexNet radio.
The FlexNet family includes the following:
* FlexNet-One, a compact multi-band high capacity single-channel radio;
* FlexNet-Four, a versatile multi-band multi-channel radio;
* FlexNet-Waveform, a high data rate ad hoc networking waveform (supported by FlexNet-One and FlexNet-Four).
With these new high data rate and ad hoc networking capabilities, the FlexNet solution dramatically increases the amount of information which can be exchanged between users, introduces new possibilities for cooperative combat engagement between different units and provides the enhanced mobility required by armed forces.
About Thales
Thales is a global technology leader for the Aerospace and Space, Defence, Security and Transportation markets. In 2009, the company generated revenues of 12.9 billion euros with 68,000 employees in 50 countries. With its 25,000 engineers and researchers, Thales has a unique capability to design, develop and deploy equipment, systems and services that meet the most complex security requirements. Thales has an exceptional international footprint, with operations around the world working with customers as local partners. www.thalesgroup.com
About Rockwell Collins
Rockwell Collins (NYSE: COL) is a pioneer in the development and deployment of innovative communication and aviation electronic solutions for both commercial and government applications. Our expertise in flight deck avionics, cabin electronics, mission communications, information management, and simulation and training is delivered by nearly 20,000 employees, and a global service and support network that crosses 27 countries. To find out more, please visit www.rockwellcollins.com
Press contacts:
Thales, C4I Defence and Security Systems
Aude Colas des Francs
Tel. : 01 46 13 20 86
aude.colasdesfrancs@fr.thalesgroup.com
Dave Gosch
319.295.2908
319.651.3042 (mobile)
djgosch@rockwellcollins.com
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