Network C3I Advanced Technology

The Network C3I Advanced Technology program (PE 0603463A) is a U.S. Army research and development initiative focused on maturing and demonstrating advanced technologies to provide resilient, adaptive, and secure tactical networks and supporting infrastructure. The overarching goal is to ensure robust communications, assured positioning, navigation, and timing (PNT), and integrated cyber and electronic warfare (EW) capabilities in contested, congested, or denied environments. This program supports Army Modernization priorities and aligns with Department of Defense (DoD) research focus areas. Work is performed primarily by the Army's C5ISR Center, Engineer Research and Development Center, and other specialized Army laboratories.

Modular RF Communications Advanced Technology (AM7) aims to develop and mature predictive intelligent networking solutions that leverage artificial intelligence (AI) to autonomously identify, predict, and react to network changes and threats. The objective is to ensure end-to-end network resiliency against adversarial electronic attacks, EW, and cyber threats. The project focuses on creating a transport-agnostic, modular network framework that can dynamically adapt to changing conditions, with integration into Programs of Record and field demonstrations to validate concepts.

Protected SATCOM Advanced Technology (AM9) seeks to increase the resiliency of Wideband Satellite Communications (SATCOM) in contested electromagnetic environments. This includes developing multi-orbit modem technologies and digital management tools to enable Army terminals to operate across multiple satellite constellations and frequency bands. The project supports hybrid SATCOM architectures, obfuscation of RF signatures, and virtualization of waveforms, enhancing communications redundancy and survivability in the face of sophisticated enemy EW capabilities.

Non-Traditional Waveforms Advanced Technology (AN4) is focused on demonstrating resilient communications using non-traditional waveforms, such as millimeter wave and free-space optics, to provide anti-jam, low probability of intercept, and low probability of detection capabilities. Key objectives include developing aerial relay payloads for non-line-of-sight communications, quantum-enhanced wideband receivers, and extremely high bandwidth communications systems. These efforts are designed to maintain connectivity in highly contested spectrum environments and to enable seamless switching between tactical and commercial communications methods.

Every Receiver is a Sensor Advanced Tech (AN8 & AO1) projects are dedicated to optimizing the use of tactical receivers as distributed sensors for real-time radio frequency mapping, situational understanding, and SIGINT operations. These efforts include developing automated exploitation and fusion tools, multi-function RF sensor architectures, and counter-AI algorithms to enhance survivability and detection capabilities against near-peer threats. The projects also support cross-domain sensor orchestration and integration with Army and joint ISR assets.

High Tempo Data Driven Decision Tools Advanced Tech (AQ8) focuses on maturing data-driven decision support tools to improve situational understanding and accelerate decision cycles for commanders. This includes developing unified data reference architectures, next-generation command and control (C2) platforms, and integrated live-virtual-constructive networking tools. The aim is to enable real-time, data-centric operations across multiple domains, supporting rapid planning, coordination, and execution in complex operational environments.

Other notable projects within the program include Network-Enabled GeoSpatial-GEOINT Services (AT8) and Tactical GeoSpatial Information Capabilities (AU1), which develop advanced geospatial analytics, 3D terrain visualization, and automated data fusion tools to support mission planning and situational awareness. Mobile & Survivable Command Post (MASCP) Advanced Tech (CI7) addresses the need for scalable, survivable, and mobile command posts through modular hardware, secure mesh networking, and signature management technologies. Assured PNT Communications Advanced Tech (CJ8) and Modular GPS Independent Sensors Advanced Tech (AW6) provide alternatives to GPS-based navigation and timing, including quantum sensing and non-RF positioning solutions, to ensure operational effectiveness in GPS-denied environments. Congressional interest items under Electronic Warfare Advanced Technologies (BP4) further support research in dynamic spectrum reconnaissance, cryptography, and distributed computing, reflecting evolving operational requirements and legislative priorities.