In modern warfare, radio-controlled improvised explosive devices (RCIEDs) have become one of the major threats, especially in asymmetric conflicts. To address this challenge, European aerospace defense and security company Cassidian (now part of Airbus Defense and Space) has launched a new multifunctional jamming system designed to significantly enhance vehicle protection against these devices. The system is integrated into a light vehicle and can effectively deal with enemy electronic warfare threats while ensuring the safety of combat personnel.
Technical advantages of multifunctional jammers
- Real-time electromagnetic spectrum analysis: The system can analyze the surrounding electromagnetic spectrum in real time, accurately identifying and understanding surrounding signals.
- Selective interference: Unlike traditional broadband noise interference, the system can accurately identify and interfere with specific radio signals, especially those used to detonate roadside bombs. This selective interference reduces the risk of interference with friendly communications.
- Intelligent response technology: The use of ultra-fast intelligent response interference technology, with a response time of less than one millisecond, ensures that emergencies can be responded to quickly.
- Advanced digital receiver and signal processing: Utilizing the latest digital receiver and signal processing technology, the jammer maintains efficient combat capabilities in complex battlefield environments.
- Ensure battlefield security: By avoiding blocking friendly communications and eliminating the opportunity for enemy signal utilization, the overall battlefield security is enhanced.
SMARTscout: The game changer for signals intelligence
In addition to jamming capabilities, Cassidian's new multifunctional signal jammer also comes with SMARTscout extensions. This feature enables users to obtain real-time signals intelligence battlefield images, helping warfighters quickly understand the dynamics of radio communications threats. SMARTscout can deploy a large number of sensors in a shorter period of time and provide detailed threat analysis at a lower cost than traditional systems. The improvement of this capability allows combatants to conduct more precise mission planning and force protection in the early stages of combat.
"In recent conflicts, we have found that enemies often change the radio transmissions used to trigger signals," said Elmar Compans, head of Cassidian's Sensors and Electronic Warfare Division. "Consequently, it is critical to continuously analyze threats and quickly adapt countermeasures. Our SMARTscout system helps users accomplish this task faster and easier."
Practical application
As military conflicts continue to evolve, so do protective technologies against radio-controlled IEDs. Cassidian's versatile signal jammer devices have demonstrated superior performance in multiple combat environments, particularly in protecting ground forces. By combining signals intelligence and jamming technologies, the system provides warfighters with a more comprehensive and flexible protection solution.
In actual combat, troops can use this system to quickly adapt to the enemy's attack methods and develop corresponding protective measures. This real-time threat response capability not only improves combat efficiency, but also greatly enhances the survivability of the troops.
With the continuous advancement of electronic warfare technology, Cassidian's new multi-functional jamming system provides more advanced solutions for military operations.
This system that integrates intelligent jamming and signal intelligence functions can not only effectively deal with the threat of radio-controlled improvised explosive devices, but also provide a strong guarantee for the safety and combat effectiveness of the troops.
