Multi-Function communications and tactical data links

By integrating temporal and spatial signal processing, the multifunction communications requirements can be generally met with moderate bandwidths. By proper design, fully adaptive transceivers with a single spectrum signalling structure can be derived with multimission capabilities. Such transceivers at moderate bandwidths were realizable by incorporating the new solid state, programmable, signal processing device technologies and microcomputer technology. The multimission capability led to large transceiver production buys and standardized the form, fit and function (F3) parameters. Moderate bandwidths with solid state implementation minimized these F3 parameters. A single spread spectrum signalling structure led to duplicity of circuits, increasing the use of mass production processes. All of these factors combined not only lead to low cost transceivers but also to lower overall vehicle costs.