NASC OTA #N00421-25-9-0006

Award for High Power RF X-Band Source Prototype for Naval Air Platforms

This award supports the modernization of electromagnetic testing for Naval Air platforms: - Government Buyer: - Naval Air Warfare Center Aircraft Division (NAWCAD) - OEM Highlight: - MACOM Technology Solutions, Inc. selected as the primary contractor and OEM - Products/Services Requested: - Development and delivery of a prototype high power RF X-Band source - Utilizes advanced solid-state technology, specifically Gallium Nitride transistors - Focused on replacing legacy magnetron and traveling wave tube technologies - Prototype will enable transmission of high power RF waveforms for EMC and EMI testing on Naval Air platforms - No specific part numbers or quantities provided; effort centers on a functional test prototype - Unique Requirements: - Emphasis on modern solid-state RF technology for improved reliability and performance - Prototype must support representative high power waveform transmission at separation distances for intersystem EMC/EMI procedures - Estimated contract value: $9,211,673.43

Description

This project involves developing a prototype high power Radio Frequency (RF) source to transmit representative high power RF waveforms for electromagnetic compatibility and interference testing on Naval Air platforms. The goal is to protect Naval Air platforms from electromagnetic susceptibilities in high power RF environments, such as those near Navy ships. The effort focuses on modernizing test capabilities using advanced solid-state technologies like Gallium Nitride transmitters, moving away from older magnetron and traveling wave tube technologies. The project includes phases for white paper submission, solution selection, proposal release, and award.

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