The Pentagon attempts to build out an ecosystem for complete interoperability.
The Department of Defense (DoD) announced a $6.5 million contract this week to develop a prototype of an Open Radio Access Network (Open RAN). The contract was awarded to Hughes Network Systems, which will explore ways to increase interoperability between radio waves and technology hardware and software. Ideally, this research will allow components from different manufacturers to be interchangeable for use with the Open RAN system.
“The Open RAN project at Fort Bliss is a valuable opportunity for the DoD to explore the enhanced command and control capabilities that near-real time control of the RAN offers DoD,” said Acting Deputy Chief Information Officer Anthony Smith for Command, Control, & Communications. “The DoD CIO will continue to prioritize the deployment of Open RAN architectures and 5G across the Department, leveraging these information communications technologies for strategic warfighter advantage.”
As the Lord Leads, Pray with Us…
- That Acting Deputy Chief Officer Smith will seek God’s direction as he facilitates the radio technology development.
- For Pentagon officials as they advise the president and defense secretary.
Sources: Department of Defense
