Secure 5G military networking with encryption to link warfighters globally introduced by Persistent Systems
NEW YORK – Persistent Systems LLC in New York is introducing the Personal Transport 5 (PT5) accessory for the handheld MPU5 MANET radio networking device to connect teams of warfighters around the world.
The PT5 is a dual-function device that connects to the MPU5, simultaneously delivering 5G cellular and Wi-Fi connectivity. The lightweight PT5 securely connects soldiers to host-nation 5G cellular networks, and facilitate Persistent's over-the-horizon Cloud Relay networking to connect warfighters in a global communication fabric.
Two independent layers of accredited encryption enable data to traverse foreign host-nation cellular networks securely. Cloud Relay automates establishing Internet Protocol Security (IPsec) VPNs and protects data with Media Access Control Security (MACsec).
The PT5 also provides two Wi-Fi 6e access points to create a personal-area network on the soldier, simplifying connectivity of third-party Wi-Fi devices such as computers, sensors, and cameras.
The Wi-Fi access points run simultaneously on two frequency bands providing compatibility with legacy 2.4 GHz devices while delivering maximum performance to modern 5 GHz and 6 GHz Wi-Fi 6e devices.
"Soldiers are operating in a contested and congested spectrum due to electronic warfare attacks employed by near-peer adversaries," says Tom Hanlon, vice president of international sales at Persistent Systems. "They require multiple diverse communication paths such as MANET, cellular, and satellite-ased communications to ensure continuous connectivity.
For more information contact Persistent Systems online at www.persistentsystems.com/pt5.
