Microamp, a leader in high-performance wireless innovation, has released a new white paper detailing its portable 5G mmWave "Tactical Bubble". Developed in partnership with Anduril and Druid, the system is designed to provide secure, resilient communications for front-line troops in contested environments.
Securing the Tactical Edge
Traditional wireless systems, including VHF, UHF, and sub-6 GHz bands, face critical vulnerabilities in modern combat as they are easily detected, jammed, and targeted. The Microamp solution addresses these risks by creating a local, temporary 5G mmWave network that offers both Low Probability of Intercept (LPI) and Low Probability of Detection (LPD). This "5G Bubble" ensures that mission-critical data exchange remains robust against electromagnetic interference and electronic warfare.
Ruggedized Architecture
The solution integrates three primary high-performance components into a compact, low-weight form factor optimized for rapid deployment:
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Microamp 5G mmWave gNB: A 3GPP-compliant base station providing high-capacity radio access in the 24–29 GHz spectrum.
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Anduril VoyagerVM 4.0: A military-grade rugged edge server that hosts the core network and provides necessary computational power at the tactical edge.
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Druid Raemis™ Core Network: A scalable mobile core platform designed for mission-critical Standalone (SA) deployments.
Versatile Operational Use Cases
The system is engineered to support a wide array of advanced battlefield applications, including:
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Unmanned Systems: Real-time, low-latency control and high-throughput data exchange for UAVs and UGVs.
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ISR and Situational Awareness: High-resolution video transmission from ground sensors and body-worn cameras to centralized command centers.
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Expeditionary Operations: Rapid setup of ad-hoc tactical networks in austere or infrastructure-limited environments.
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Maritime Operations: Secure ship-to-shore and ship-to-ship communications utilizing sea-surface reflections to enhance signal stability.
Download the White Paper
For comprehensive data on verified performance metrics, including specific downlink/uplink throughput and latency benchmarks, as well as an in-depth look at the technology’s future roadmap and upcoming hardware evolutions, please download the full white paper here.
About Microamp
Microamp is a leading tech innovator designing and delivering multi-gigabit and ultra-low latency 5G mmWave wireless networks based on purpose-built radios. The company merges deep tech know-how and a broad portfolio of technology partners, empowering industries, system integrators, MNOs, DSPs, governments, and research institutions with new dimensions of wireless connectivity.
Microamp's cutting-edge networks enable the implementation of the most bandwidth-hungry and technologically advanced use cases across verticals such as energy, mining, logistics, production, entertainment, public service and defence.
About Anduril Industries
Anduril Industries is a leading defence technology company with a mission to transform U.S. and allied military capabilities with advanced technology at scale. By bringing the expertise, technology, manufacturing methods, and business model of the 21st century’s most innovative companies to the defence industry, Anduril is changing how military systems are designed, built, and sold.
About Druid Software
Druid Software, founded in 2000 and headquartered in Ireland, is the industry-leader in private cellular network technology. Mature & field-tested Raemis™ provides an ultra-efficient, highly scalable platform for a wide variety of cellular core network functions, supporting both 4G & 5G technologies. Its extensive set of unique features specifically designed for use by mission-critical applications across multiple industries.
