maritime system
extending the range of tactical radio communications Beyond Line of Sight (BLOS) while maintaining Communications on the Move (COTM).
Slingshot Maritime System
SlingShot is a lightweight unit that converts existing tactical radios to TacSat, maintaining real-time BLOS comms in all situations and locations.
Providing low-latency voice and data connectivity to tactical radio networks and utilising L-TAC, Inmarsat’s I-4 L-band network, SlingShot delivers Beyond Line of Sight communications to users of UHF and VHF radios.
Features and benefits
Unlock Enhanced Maritime Communications with Spectra Group’s SlingShot
Revolutionising Maritime Communications
SlingShot, a revolutionary satellite communication solution from Spectra Group, elevates maritime communications to an unprecedented level of efficiency and reliability. Overcoming the challenges of line-of-sight limitations and ensuring seamless connectivity in vast maritime environments, SlingShot empowers maritime forces to operate with unwavering effectiveness.
Bridging Communication Gaps
SlingShot seamlessly bridges communication gaps, extending the reach of existing tactical radios beyond line-of-sight (BLOS), enabling uninterrupted voice and data transmission over vast distances. This breakthrough capability is particularly crucial in maritime operations, where communication can be severely hindered by the challenges of open waters and dispersed assets.
Low-Latency Data Transmission for Real-Time Coordination
SlingShot delivers low-latency voice and data transmission, ensuring seamless coordination and real-time information exchange among maritime units. This responsiveness is critical for rapid decision-making, enabling commanders to react swiftly to changing situations and maintain situational awareness.
Versatility and Adaptability
SlingShot is designed to support in-service radios and seamlessly integrates with existing UHF and VHF military and commercial frequencies. Its omni-directional antennas and ability to utilise Narrow Beams, Customised Beams, and Relocatable Beams provide flexible coverage and tailored connectivity to meet specific maritime and operational requirements.
Data Enabled for Enhanced Situational Awareness
SlingShot is a data-enabled system, enabling maritime forces to gather and analyse real-time data from various sensors, devices, and systems. This data-driven approach provides valuable insights and empowers commanders to make informed decisions, optimise mission performance, and enhance situational awareness.
Cost-Effective and Easy to Deploy
SlingShot’s cost-effectiveness stems from its utilisation of in-service radio equipment, minimising infrastructure and training costs. With its intuitive design and minimal training requirements, SlingShot proves to be an easily deployable and practical solution for maritime operations.
Spectra Group’s SlingShot – The Unwavering Comms Solution for the Maritime Domain
Embrace Spectra Group’s SlingShot and elevate your maritime communications to a new era of efficiency, reliability, and adaptability. With its ability to bridge communication gaps, deliver low-latency data, and leverage data-driven insights, SlingShot empowers maritime forces to operate with effectiveness, making it an invaluable asset in the ever-evolving maritime landscape.
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Slingshot Appliqué
The SlingShot Appliqué is the heart of the system. Weighing only between 489 g (UHF) and 550 g (VHF) it converts RF to commercial satellite frequency, working with the majority of in-service radios. Any Crypto is untouched by the Appliqué and is therefore maintained. The maritime antenna is powered by the vehicle appliqué.
SLINGSHOT MARITIME ANTENNA
The SlingShot Maritime Antenna is omni-directional, so will maintain satellite communication, no matter which way you are heading. It has been tested at speeds up to 40 Knots with high-speed turns (74 kph) without loss of voice or data communications.
SLINGSHOT MARITIME POWER
The SlingShot Maritime and Vehicle systems are powered via the SlingShot UPSU. The UPSU can be run directly from the craft, plugged into a cigarette lighter, or be run from mains. The UPSU powers the Appliqué which, in turn, powers the Antenna, which can be pole-mounted or fixed with a magnetic plate.
WATCH
A quick dramatisation of how SlingShot enables BLOS COTM (beyond line of sight communications on the move) using in-service tactical radios, on all platforms.
Get In Touch
For more information on Spectra Group’s Slingshot products please contact our team:
- Tel: +44(0)845 260 0444
- Fax: +44(0)845 260 0445
- Email: enquiries@spectra-group.co.uk
Alternatively, complete our enquiry form and we will get back to you shortly. You can also download the Slingshot brochure to find out more about the Slingshot product systems and uses.