Persistent Systems to provide MANET data link for chemical, biological, and radioactive threats detection
ABERDEEN PROVING GROUND, Md. – U.S. Army chemical and nuclear defense experts needed a data link to connect sensors and operators to detect, identify, and mitigate chemical, biological, radiological, and nuclear hazards in the field. They found a solution from Persistent Systems LLC in New York.
Officials of the Joint Program Executive Office for Chemical, Biological, Radiological and Nuclear Defense (JPEO-CBRND) at Aberdeen Proving Ground, Md., have awarded a contract to Persistent Systems a contract for the company's Wave Relay mobile ad-hoc network (MANET) as part of the Dismounted Reconnaissance Sets, Kits and Outfits (DRSKO) program.
The JPEO-CBRND focuses on equipment and medical countermeasures for chemical, biological, radiological, and nuclear (CBRN) defense. The DRSKO seeks to enhance real-time threat detection and data-sharing.
The Persistent Systems Wave Relay MANET gives warfighters instant notifications of chemical, biological, and radioactive threats on the Android Tactical Assault Kit (ATAK). The Persistent Systems MANET eliminates delays from situational reports, and helps Army soldiers respond quickly to hazards.
Networking devices
Persistent Systems will provide the army with the company's MPU5 networking devices and related equipment. MANET technology "ensures seamless integration between CBRN sensors, command posts, and operators for the real-time transfer of critical data beyond just voice,” says Damien Mason, director of Army strategy at Persistent Systems. “This program represents a significant modernization effort for the Army’s CBRNE community, enabling faster and safer threat detection.”
The Wave Relay MANET built into MPU5 networking devices creates a scalable, self-forming, and self-healing network that links Army operators, sensors, and systems via voice, video, text, sensor, and GPS data.
The Wave Relay MANET enables universal data sharing across Wi-Fi, Serial, and Ethernet-enabled sensors to detect and counter weapons of mass destruction.
For more information contact Persistent Systems online at www.persistentsystems.com, or Army JPEO-CBRND at www.jpeocbrnd.osd.mil.
