Link-22 Signal Processing Controller Completes Interoperability Testing

Leonardo DRS’ Link-22 Signal Processing Controller now complies with the NATO Improved Link Eleven Link-22 Block Cycle 9 specifications, demonstrating interoperability with NATO and allied partners By DA Staff / 06 Sep 2021

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Leonardo DRS has successfully completed formal interoperability testing of its Link-22 Signal Processing Controller (SPC) within the NATO Improved Link Eleven (NILE) Link-22 Network. The success illustrates that Leonardo DRS SPCs are compliant with Link-22 Block Cycle 9 specifications for current and emerging mission requirements for users around the world.  

Compliance with this standard allows Leonardo DRS to provide world-class production of the technology and full interoperability with all NATO and allied partners supporting operations and exercises in the INDOPACOM theater.

Link-22 tactical datalinks are used by the U.S. military and other allied military forces to increase joint and coalition communications in the surface, sub-surface, land, and air domains by providing unprecedented situational awareness across the battle space. It is the primary means to exchange data, including radar tracking information Beyond Line Of Sight (BLOS).

“Leonardo DRS is very proud to provide a fully-compliant Link-22 solution to our allies around the world,” said Larry Ezell, Senior Vice President and General Manager of the Leonardo DRS Airborne and Intelligence Systems business.  

“These systems are positioned for current and emerging mission requirements and the signal processor controllers ensure U.S. and allied forces have the best long-haul communications and situational awareness possible.” 

Leonardo DRS’ Link-22 SPC solution is well-positioned for current missions and is primed to accept additional missions due to its spare memory and additional processing power. Utilizing next generation hardware and software architecture, coupled with software-defined radio and software-defined modem technologies, the company is able to offer enhanced capabilities while retaining look, feel, and operational reliability. 

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