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November 07, 2014

Boeing demos use of anti-jamming system with existing satellite
El Segundo, Calif. (UPI) Nov 6, 2014
Boeing reports that its anti-jamming communications, using a protected tactical waveform, can be used with existing satellites and ground terminals. The capability was demonstrated recently done in a test conducted under a U.S. Air Force Space and Missile Systems Center contract that was supervised by the U.S. government. The anti-jam technology proved it could shield transmitted communications signals from interference. "We've confirmed this technology can be applied quickly and ... read more

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