An interview with Chuck Stoffer, director of business development and Eric Hughes, design engineer at UHU Technologies. Click here to read more from this cover story.  UHU 1000 seven-element antenna array on a U.S. Army Stryker vehicle. (Photo: UHU Technologies) What is your company’s main differentiator in the market? CS: Our big differentiator is our ability to detect and mitigate GPS spoofing. There are many products that perform jamming mitigation using multi-element antenna arrays, but […]

Jamming and spoofing continue to be the key challenges to military use of GNSS. While the production and adoption of M-Code receivers is delayed, defense contractors are developing several approaches to identify, locate and neutralize these threats — including CRPA antennas, embedded GPS inertial (EGI) navigators, software-defined radios and cryptography.   In this month’s cover story, executives from seven companies present their perspectives on the GNSS/PNT challenges faced by U.S. and allied military forces, their […]

May 24, 2024 If you love to ride your motorcycle, you already truly understand the thrill of cruising your favorite scenic backroad on a breezy, sunny day. But when riding a motorcycle, we know safety is likely a top priority for you and your family. And if it’s not a top priority, let this post serve as a reminder to brush up on motorcycle rider awareness and safety. First, let’s examine some general motorcycle safety […]

  Photo: VXE30 VTOL UAS Edge Autonomy has released significant upgrades to its VXE30 Stalker unmanned aerial system (UAS) through the new “Havoc” configuration, designed to double the system’s flight endurance and payload capacity. With the Havoc upgrades, the VXE30 can now support the complex demands of both small tactical units and larger brigade-level operations without the need for extensive reconfiguration. The upgrades are designed to make the UAS more versatile across various military applications. […]

May 21, 2024 Husband-and-wife divers Eric and Nicole DeHaven were on a dive nearly 2 hours off the coast of a small Belize island when Nicole had a heart attack. Now they’re convinced an inReach® satellite communication device1 and dive case should be an imperative part of all divers’ kits. Nicole DeHaven was 30’ deep into her dive when she was struck by an odd feeling: a pinching in her chest when she inhaled. Not […]

NASA’s Solar Dynamics Observatory captured this image of solar flares on May 11, 2024. The NOAA says there have been measurable effects and impacts from the geomagnetic storm. (Photo: Solar Dynamics Observatory) Earth is experiencing a severe solar storm causing concern for those responsible for power grids, communication systems and satellites. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) has reported measurable effects and impacts from the geomagnetic storm that has been visible as aurora across […]

Photo: MerlinTPS MerlinTPS has partnered with Bluespec to address the need for GNSS augmentation and backup technology as satellites continue to face new challenges, including wartime contested space as well as increased costs to produce and maintain satellites. Under the partnership, MerlinTPS will develop its platform to support the expansion of PNT security capabilities by using existing signals of opportunity on the ground designed to combat jamming and spoofing. “With our verification and validation-centric RISC-V […]

May 17, 2024 Outfit your boat with the Garmin whole boat system for ultimate convenience and control. At Garmin we design innovative marine electronics with the modern boat owner in mind. We know there are a lot of product options to consider, depending on the type of boat you own, from chartplotters to radars to trolling motors. And that’s why we offer an integrated whole boat system to allow boaters and anglers to choose their […]

Photo: Verizon The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) has entered into a three-year Cooperative Research and Development Agreement (CRADA) with Verizon Frontline to refine the use of uncrewed aircraft systems (UAS) for assessing storm damage. This initiative aims to provide rapid and accurate damage assessments following severe weather events such as tornadoes and hurricanes. Verizon Frontline will deploy its UAV technology to capture high-resolution imagery of areas affected by storms, providing crucial data to […]

May 15, 2024 As the seasons change and the outside beckons, now is the perfect time to double-check that your inReach® satellite communicator¹ is set up ahead of your upcoming activities. It doesn’t take much time, and once complete, you’re free to enjoy those superb adventure days. Confirm the Download of Your inReach Device’s Compatible App Each device connects to a Garmin app that you can download from the App Store® or Google Play to your smartphone. […]