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CARLSBAD, Calif. – Satellite communications company Viasat, Inc. (NASDAQ: VSAT) has partnered with Northrop Grumman Corporation (NYSE: ) provides key technology to the U.S. Air Force Research Laboratory’s Defense Experimental Commercial Space Internet (DEUCS) program, also known as Global Lightning.
The company announced the partnership to provide high-bandwidth satellite internet connectivity to military users using its ViaSat-3 satellite communications network.
The program aims to integrate commercial satellite communications services with military systems to enhance the capabilities of U.S. Air Force (USAF) aircraft and ground vehicles. Viasat’s contribution includes integrating its ViaSat-3 modem with Northrop Grumman’s open systems processor and antenna solutions, which will undergo experiments to demonstrate suitability across multiple platforms.
Victor Farah, Head of Government Systems at Viasat, emphasized the importance of this collaboration, saying:
“Global Lightning is designed to provide flexibility and agility to military users.”
He emphasized the importance of reliable satellite services and open source optimized ViaSat-3 modems designed to provide transformative communications capabilities to ensure mission success.
The ViaSat-3 modem’s compatibility with open communications standards such as OpenAMIP, CMOSS and SOSA aligns with DoD’s priority to rapidly adopt new technologies and keep pace with industry innovation. The modem is designed to reduce size, weight and power consumption, allowing for easy integration with a variety of mission systems.
Viasat recently completed its acquisition of Inmarsat in May 2023, continuing to expand its global communications network. The company’s mission is to connect the world, whether on land, air or sea, and foster a sustainable future in space.
The information in this article is based on press release statements from Viasat, Inc.
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