'Data-Centric' Army Wants Next-Generation Tactical Net.(development of wireless communication systems for combat units)

From: National Defense | Date: October 1, 2000| Author: Erwin, Sandra I. | Copyright information

A blend of advanced commercial and military wireless communications technologies is at the core of the U.S. Army's effort to give dispersed lower-echelon forces--which are constantly on the move--capabilities to send and receive massive amounts of data, video and voice messages at a faster clip and with greater reliability than is now possible.

Projects currently underway by Army and commercial organizations are pursuing more compact, agile and capable communications sys...

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