ARTICLE: COMMUNICATION INFRASTRUCTURE
3D Geospatial for Defense Spectrum Management As the world becomes ever more connected, the communication infrastructure is critical. Effective spectrum management and network planning are vital for mission-critical safety communication users. By Pavan Kumar
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communication network is the backbone of any military operation. All military branches — the Air Force, Army, Navy, etc. — are assigned substantial ranges of radio frequency bands or have permanent access to radio frequencies to meet their missions. A solid command and control system depends on control, surveillance, reconnais-
sance and reporting systems. The requirements for these systems can only be met with the use of radio systems. Further, defense agencies rely on electromagnetic radiation for intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR) applications, such as missile early warning and signals intelligence. However, with the explosion of wireless devices, the detection
and classification of signals in both licensed and unlicensed spectrum is a growing concern. The technology is running fast and has brought a wide variety of user services. And not every user is a friend. Potential adversaries have weapon systems, particularly electronic warfare (EW) platforms, designed to challenge a country’s ability to use the spectrum effectively. The increasing demands of wireless systems also impose requirements on the spectrum regulator. This is where the role and value of an efficient spectrum management and monitoring system come in.
Spectrum management and monitoring system
Technical analysis, frequency administration, international and national coordination, and resolving interference issues of the spectrum require a capable, multi-service system. An effective spectrum management and monitoring system should be comprehensive, providing all the capabilities to control the valuable radio spectrum assets of the defense forces. The system supports defense forces at a central level with strategic, long-term spectrum management. It aids in the design and procurement of new techniques and frequency management. The hierarchical frequency management process from the long-term planning at the central level down to the short-term needs at tactical level is one of its many potentials.
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