High Gain UAS MANET Antennas
ID: AF254-D0801Type: Phase II
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Topic

High Gain UAS MANET Antennas

Agency

Agency: DODBranch: USAF

Program

Type: SBIRPhase: Phase II

Topic Link

https://www.dodsbirsttr.mil/topics-app/

Additional Information

https://www.dodsbirsttr.mil/topics-app/
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    Description

    The Department of Defense, specifically the United States Air Force, is seeking proposals for the development of high-gain antennas for mobile ad hoc networks (MANET) that operate in the S-band, aimed at enhancing communication capabilities for unmanned aerial systems (UAS). The objective is to create a system that can extend the operational range of these systems to up to 50 miles while maintaining a data transmission rate of at least 1mb/s, addressing current limitations that restrict UAS operations to less than five miles. This initiative is crucial for improving surveillance and communication capabilities in various military operations, with potential applications in commercial sectors such as crop surveying and disaster response. Proposals are due by June 25, 2025, with the opportunity being part of a Direct to Phase 2 (D2P2) SBIR topic, and interested parties can find more information at the official solicitation website.

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