Tri-Service C-Band Roadmap Study (TSCRS) Findings and Way Ahead

Abstract

The purpose of the Tri-Service C-Band Roadmap Study (TSCRS) is to identify technology gaps and shortfalls associated with aeronautical mobile telemetry operations utilizing the 4400 to 5150MHz frequency band (C-Band). The goal of this study is to provide the information needed by the military services to generate an investment strategy to develop C-Band telemetry capabilities. This paper discusses TSCRS findings. Specifically, C-Band telemetry "gaps" related to operations on ground stations and in test articles are covered. The paper addresses key C-Band telemetry challenges across mission domains and provides a quick look at the DoD investment strategy for maturing technologies relative to these challenges.