The Asymmetric Warfare Group, the “operational arm” of U.S. Army Training and Doctrine Command, is leveraging Network Integration Evaluation 13.2′s multi-echelon training and live-mission sets in which Soldiers from 2nd Brigade Combat Team, 1st Armored Division, are conducting tactical operations.
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Soldiers prepare to face opposing forces in NIE 13.2
Soldiers from 1st Battalion, 35th Armored Regiment, 2nd Brigade Combat Team, 1st Armored Division, are preparing to conduct decisive action operations against an adaptive opposing force during Network Integration Evaluation 13.2, which is scheduled to start this month.
Unit prepares for drawdown mission with ‘game-changer’ network
In preparation for the challenges of the Security Forces Advise and Assist Team mission, including fewer U.S. Soldiers, more mobile and dispersed operations, the Army is equipping SFAAT brigades such as the 4th and 3rd BCTs of the 10th Mountain Division with Capability Set 13, an on-the-move communications network that stays connected over vast distances, providing information throughout the brigade down to the lowest echelons.
New sensors test trailer delivers savings for Army
Testing a complex system such as a sensor for the world’s most lethal helicopter requires a tool that must be adaptable, agile and precise.
Humvee training sets support Army network fielding
The Army is preparing to deploy the first Security Forces Advise and Assist Team to Afghanistan equipped with the latest suite of integrated network communications gear, but first the 4th Brigade Combat Team, 10th Mountain Division (Light Infantry), must train on the new equipment and learn how it will aid in the advise and assist mission.
First unit readies for Afghanistan with new network
When the Soldiers of the 4th Brigade Combat Team, 10th Mountain Division, deploy to Afghanistan this summer to assist in the drawdown of U.S. forces, they will be the first to use an on-the-move communications network that stays connected over vast distances, providing information throughout the brigade down to the lowest echelons.
Raytheon, Staples Recognized for Climate Leadership
(Boston, Mass. – Feb. 28, 2013) – Today, at the Climate Leadership Conference, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA’s) Center for Corporate Climate Leadership, the Association of Climate Change Officers (ACCO), the Center for Climate and Energy Solutions (C2ES), and The Climate Registry (TCR) is recognizing two New England companies with 2013 Climate Leadership Awards. Those New England companies being recognized for their climate leadership are Raytheon of Waltham, Mass
Army upgrades protected communications satellite terminal training suite
The Army recently began schoolhouse computer-based and simulated training upgrades for its advanced Secure Mobile Anti-Jam Reliable Tactical — Terminal to evolve the previous legacy training system to accommodate new system enhancements.
Future Soldiers will have flexible electronics everywhere
More than 10 years ago, Army researchers saw potential in flexible displays. With nothing in the marketplace, the Army decided to change that by partnering with industry and academia to create the Flexible Display Center at Arizona State University.
Army upgrades blue force tracking in Afghanistan to prepare for new network
With boots on the ground in Afghanistan, Project Manager Joint Battle Command-Platform is equipping Soldiers with the next-generation situational awareness tool known as Joint Capabilities Release, an upgrade that is being fielded both prior to and as part of Capability Set 13.
Army advances two airborne radios
Project Manager Airborne Maritime/Fixed Station, assigned to the Army Program Executive Office for Command, Control and Communications-Tactical, is overseeing the development of the two radios known as the Small Airborne Networking Radio and the Small Airborne Link 16 Terminal.
Army issues Sources Sought Notice to support NIE 14.1
The Army announced that it is seeking interested industry and government sources with mature solutions to enhance existing network systems capabilities to participate in the Network Integration Evaluation 14.1 event, scheduled to take place in October/November 2013, at Fort Bliss, Texas, and White Sands Missile Range, N.M.
Army applies NIE lessons to integrating network equipment
The Army is applying integration lessons learned from completed Network Integration Evaluations as it continues production of networked vehicles to support fielding efforts to 10th Mountain Division (LI).
NIE drives technology growth, cost savings
Initial findings from the Army’s latest Network Integration Evaluation show steady progress toward improved, user-friendly tactical communications systems, as well as new efficiencies from the consolidation of test practices.
FinCEN, Federal Reserve seek comments on Bank Secrecy Act definitions
FinCEN, Federal Reserve seek comments on Bank Secrecy Act definitions
NIE 13.1 inserts OPFOR, Soldiers react using NETT Warrior
Soldiers using NETT Warrior during the Network Integration Evaluation 13.1 met with mock opposition forces during a combat training engagement.
New energy solutions get field tryout at NIE
The Army’s Network Integration Evaluation is not just about testing radios, smartphones and satellites. It’s also giving Soldiers the latest generators, solar panels and other operational energy systems for a hands-on assessment of how best to power their new communications gear.
Army to field radio-based combat ID
The Army has completed field testing for radio-based combat identification capabilities, which it expects to field next year as part of Capability Set 14. This concludes three and a half years of work that will save taxpayer dollars by leveraging and updating software embedded in the Single Channel Ground and Airborne Radio System, or SINCGARS.
Army Signal chief visits CERDEC for a look ahead
Army leaders from its research and development, and requirements communities met at Aberdeen Proving Ground, Md., Sept. 25, 2012, to strengthen existing ties and discuss opportunities to leverage one another for future support.
Army successfully demonstrates tactical operations smart grid
The U.S. Army demonstrated a proof of concept for a smart grid that could support tactical operations, this summer at its integrated capabilities testbed at Fort Dix, N.J.
Soldiers push comm. systems integration to next level during VALEX
The day after Labor Day, Soldiers from 2nd Brigade, 1st Armored Division, began their validation exercise that involves the installation, configuration, integration and validation of thousands of pieces of equipment, much of it new technology that is networked into hundreds of vehicles.
Army receives go-ahead to field WIN-T Increment 2
The Army has received approval to continue with limited further production and fielding of a key upgrade to its tactical communications network backbone, Warfighter Information Network-Tactical Increment 2.
Army applies Soldier feedback, NIE results as it readies network upgrade for fielding
Having used legacy communications equipment during tours in Iraq and Afghanistan, Sgt. 1st Class Michael Rayfield is ready to see the Army send its new mobile network to the field.
Networked vehicles readied for delivery to 10th Mountain Division
The Army is ramping up limited production on a new fleet of networked mine resistant, ambush protected vehicles, as part of a sweeping effort to transform its tactical communications network.
Upgrade to first increment of Army’s tactical network to improve interoperability
As the Army prepares to begin fielding the on-the-move capabilities of its tactical communications network, it is executing upgrades to the current network backbone in order to increase the interoperability and commonality of current and future network increments.
General says ARCYBER progresses, prepares for cyberspace future
The Army’s top cyberspace warrior told Congress that the work of the Army Cyber Command adds to national security. Lt. Gen. Rhett Hernandez, commanding general of U.S. Army Cyber Command, 2nd Army, testified before the House Armed Services Committee Subcommittee on Emerging Threats and Capabilities, July 25, 2012.
Next-generation blue force tracking reaches key milestone
The Army’s next-generation friendly force tracking and messaging system crossed a key threshold July 17, 2012, as it proceeds toward the field.
Verification, innovation key to success for NIE 13.2 candidate capabilities
During an industry day at Aberdeen Proving Ground, Md., July 19, 2012, which was meant to keep the industrial base informed about requirements to support the upcoming Network Integration Evaluation 13.2, Army officials said the performance of systems in a controlled and repeatable environment will identify issues with equipment prior to placing it in an operational environment.
Directorate proves critical to Network Integration Evaluation success
The Army’s System of Systems Integration Directorate has lead the Army’s integration efforts during the Network Integration Evaluations and served as a key acquisition team manager supporting the service’s new acquisition model, known as the Agile Process, since its stand up in October 2011.
Network Integration Evaluation speeds fielding of Army encryption capability
The Army’s 75th Ranger Regiment is already reaping the benefits of advanced encryption tools for their Rifleman Radios in Operation Enduring Freedom in Afghanistan, as a direct result of successful participation in the Network Integration Evaluation 12.1.
Warrant officers play critical role in Army network operational test
Network Operations warrant officers played a key role in keeping the network strong as its capabilities were stressed and evaluated during the major operational test of the Army’s second generation tactical communications network backbone — Warfighter Information Network-Tactical Increment 2.
New tactical network set to begin fielding in the fall
New equipment and training, part of the Army’s “Capability Set 13″ begins fielding in October. The 2nd Brigade Combat Team, 1st Armored Division, out of at Fort Bliss, Texas, will be the first recipients of more than 15 new systems included in the set.
Army to deliver new network technologies
Army leaders said plans are underway to deliver eight brigade combat teams of integrated, capability-enhancing networking technologies beginning in October.
Army labs build network for next NIE
The Army has finished the Network Integration Evaluation (NIE) 12.2, where it validated and finalized Capability Set 13, the first integrated set of advanced tactical communications equipment that will be delivered to brigade combat teams starting this fall.
Handhelds connect Soldiers at Army network exercise
Nett Warrior will provide dismounted leaders with the kind of digital information that today is only available inside vehicles or command posts.
Army delivers new blue force tracking system to Korea
The Army’s next-generation friendly force tracking system that equips Soldiers with a faster satellite network, secure data encryption and advanced logistics for improved tactical communications and situational awareness has deployed to installations in Korea.
New Army network gets workout at NIE
Stretched across vast distances and punishing terrain, the Army’s new tactical communications network showed its promise as a combat enabler during the service’s Network Integration Evaluation 12.2, Soldiers and leaders said.
Top acquisition official visits network evaluation, emphasizes science, technology
Army Acquisition Executive Heidi Shyu praised the ongoing Network Integration Evaluation and stressed the importance of blending science and technology into the modernization strategy while meeting with program managers, Soldiers and service leaders May 11, 2012, at White Sands Missile Range, N.M.
Soldiers at core of Network Integration Evaluation
The flashy systems may attract a lot of attention, but it is the Soldiers who get the final say when it comes to evaluating new network technologies.
JTRS advances ‘Cognitive Radio’ concept
The Joint Program Executive Office for Joint Tactical Radio Systems is moving closer to its vision of Cognitive Radio, a concept engineered to allow a family of software-programmable radios to better use portions of the available spectrum, service officials said.
Tablet PC to replace paper for Network Integration Evaluation
The U.S. Army Test and Evaluation Command is beginning to replace paper with digital data collection options in preparation for the next Network Integration Evaluation at White Sands Missile Range this May.
Federal Reserve Board publishes comparative information on average debit card interchange fees
Federal Reserve Board publishes comparative information on average debit card interchange fees
Soldiers execute realistic scenario, face hybrid threat as NIE begins
The Army’s largest ever network field exercise rolled into action today, as more than 4,000 Soldiers began to execute a rigorous scenario designed to measure the performance and operational value of advanced tactical communications equipment under real-world conditions.
Army tactical communication network organization reflects on its rich history
As the parent organization of Project Manager Warfighter Information Network-Tactical celebrates its 25th anniversary this month, PM WIN-T reflects back on its own history, with roots in early satellite development that date back more than 60 years.
Army hosts network modernization Industry Day
Army officials hosted more than 275 industry representatives at new integration facilities at Aberdeen Proving Ground, Md., this week, stressing the service’s commitment to its new “agile” approach to modernizing the tactical communications network.
CIO aims to consolidate, close 185 data centers by FY14
Before more than 500 information technology business representatives, the Army’s chief information officer said Wednesday the service plans to consolidate data centers and close at least 185 by fiscal year 2014.
Vice chief visits Network Integration Evaluation
Vice Chief of Staff of the Army Gen. Peter W. Chiarelli met with Soldiers and key leaders of the 2nd Brigade Combat Team, 1st Armored Division, Nov. 15, 2011, to get an update on the Network Integration Evaluation and first-hand feedback on some of the Army’s newest communication technology.
Army streamlining network management through NIEs
As it makes major upgrades to its tactical communications network, the Army is also revamping the way Soldiers can monitor and manage network performance in real time.
New satellite terminal training, fielding facility ‘smart’ move for Army
As the Army looks for innovative solutions to slim its financial waistline, a new facility for the advanced version of its protected satellite terminal has consolidated centralized production, training and fielding in one location in an effort to save millions of dollars.