The demonstration showed the interoperability of Bittium’s and Nokia’s solutions as a hybrid tactical network where Bittium’s distributed tactical communications network independent from servers is in a key role
Bittium, and Nokia recently combined their solutions into a hybrid tactical communications network. The companies showcased the joint solution in a demonstration for the Finnish Defence Forces. The hybrid network enables the integration of Nokia’s military-grade 4G/5G bubbles as part of the tactical communications network and collaboration with other authorities that are using 4G/5G networks.
During the demonstration, the hybrid network was applied to different use cases, including delivery of voice across the network regardless of the terminal device, use of situational awareness applications, and transmission of video feed over the network.
“Our high-performance and interference-resistant communications system offers an excellent interface also for other communication solutions. The collaborative demonstration with Nokia proved the integrability of Nokia’s 4G/5G network technology with Bittium’s tactical communications system. The 4G/5G solutions complement tactical communications networks and the formed hybrid network expands the network used for operative command,” said Tommi Kangas, Senior Vice President of Bittium’s Defense & Security business segment.
Giuseppe Targia, Head of Space and Defense at Nokia, said: „This milestone in interoperability is a game-changer for mission-critical operations, seamlessly integrating Bittium’s tactical communications solutions with our military-grade 4G/5G technology. By delivering secure and resilient connectivity with high data speeds, we empower real-time data and enhanced operational agility in even the most challenging environments.“
The demonstrated solution consisted of Bittium Tactical Wireless IP Network (TAC WIN) and Bittium Tough SDR vehicle and soldier radios, which were networked with Bittium TAC WIN Waveform and connected the mobile 4G/5G users to the hybrid network. The 4G/5G bubbles were formed using Nokia’s vehicular Banshee Mobile Radio (BMR) and Banshee Tactical Radio (BTR) which was carried in a backpack worn by a soldier. The BMR and BTR provided the network connectivity for smartphones, including Bittium Tough Mobile 2, that used a situational awareness application. Bittium Tough VoIP Service enabled voice across the hybrid network.
