MOORESTOWN, N.J., May 17, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- Indra and Lockheed
Martin recently demonstrated the first phase of integration of new
a solid state S-band radar system being developed for the future
Spanish F-110 Frigate. The test was part of the technology
development phase in the joint development of this next generation
radar system.
During the demonstration, which took place at the Lockheed
Martin facility in Moorestown, New
Jersey, Lockheed Martin and Indra successfully completed the
integration of Indra's Digital Transmit-Receive modules into
Lockheed Martin's Solid State phased array antenna. Representatives
from the Spanish Ministry of Defense, the Spanish Navy and the U.S.
Navy watched the engineers demonstrated the mechanical, electrical
and thermal compatibility of the devices. This new solid state
radar will provide proven Aegis air defense capability while
introducing leading edge technologies for future Spanish frigates
and other international platforms.
"The demonstration showed the operational compatibility between
Lockheed Martin's array and Indra's digital modules, which together
will form an integral part of the F-110 combat system," said José
Manuel Pérez Pujazón, executive vice president, Indra.
"We have a strong relationship with Indra, which makes them the
ideal partner for this opportunity, and our systems performed
flawlessly together," said Mary
Keifer, director of International Aegis & Surface Combat
Systems, Lockheed Martin.
The F-110 Frigate is the Spanish Navy's next generation of
multi-mission surface vessel, due to see operation in the next
decade. The Spanish Navy operates five Aegis-equipped Álvaro de
Bazán-class (F-100) frigates, which are equipped with the Lockheed
Martin-developed Aegis Combat System and SPY-1 radar. F-110 will
include the introduction of an evolved Combat Management System and
new solid-state S-band radar with the aim to advance the strong
partnerships between U.S. and Spanish industry established during
the development and fielding of the first four ships of the F-100
program and expanded for F-105.
As part of the collaboration, Indra is supplying the building
block to achieve a fully Digital Antenna, including the Digital
Transmit-Receive modules that contain state-of-the-art Solid State
Gallium Nitride (GaN) high power amplifiers, developed from its
experience in the design of radar and electronic warfare systems,
integrating leading edge technologies in high power amplification
and digitalization.
"Like the Aegis Combat System, our solid state radar system
employs an open architecture design that more easily facilitates
integration with other systems and components," Keifer said. "This
allows us to help support the U.S. Navy and Missile Defense
Agency's interests, while making our systems more compatible with
the needs of our allied partners through collaboration with
companies like Indra, which bring strong multinational capabilities
and leading edge technologies to bear."
Following the success of the demonstration, both companies
signed a contract under which Lockheed Martin will support Indra
during the technology development phase of the project that will
culminate in 2020 with the demonstration of a full Engineering
Development Model of an integrated solid state S-band radar for the
future Spanish frigate.
The demonstration was an important step in a roadmap defined by
both companies in 2010 to develop a next generation radar for F-110
and future international platforms.
For more information, visit:
www.lockheedmartin.com/us/products/aegis.html and
www.indracompany.com/en/defense
About Lockheed Martin
Headquartered in Bethesda,
Maryland, Lockheed Martin is a global security and aerospace
company that employs approximately 125,000 people worldwide and is
principally engaged in the research, design, development,
manufacture, integration and sustainment of advanced technology
systems, products and services.
About Indra
Indra is one of the main global consulting and technology
companies and the technology partner for core business operations
of its clients businesses throughout the world. It offers a
comprehensive range of proprietary solutions and cutting edge
services with a high added value in technology, which adds to a
unique culture that is reliable, flexible and adaptable to its
client's needs. Indra is a world leader in the development of
comprehensive technological solutions in fields such as Defense
& Security, Transport & Traffic, Energy & Industry,
Telecommunications & Media, Financial Services and Public
Administrations & Healthcare. Through its Minsait unit, it
provides a response to the challenges of digital transformation. In
2015 it reported revenues of €2,850m, had a workforce of 37,000
professionals, a local presence in 46 countries, and delivered
projects in more than 140 countries.
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