[Technology] GaN Solid State for Aerial Threat Countermeasures

South Korea, Anyang - February 8th, 2024 - RFHIC (KOSDAQ:A218410) 

Utilizing RFHIC's GaN Solid State Technology for Aerial Threat Countermeasures

In the contemporary landscape marked by escalating aerial threats, such as drones and missiles, propelled by ongoing global conflicts and heightened political tensions. There is an urgent need for effective countermeasures. The proliferation of drone technology further accentuates this necessity, placing a premium on advanced solutions like high-power microwave (HPM) technology, vital for addressing the challenge of swarm drone and aerial attacks in various military scenarios.

Types of Countermeasure Equipment

Countermeasures against aerial threats can be broadly categorized into three types:

• Physical Destruction: This involves directly destroying aerial threats, including drones and missiles, through various means.
• Threat Neutralization: This strategy focuses on incapacitating the threat without physical destruction, for instance, by disrupting its operational capabilities.
• Control Seizure: This involves taking over the control of aerial threats, such as drones and missiles, to neutralize them without destruction.

Understanding Radio Frequency (RF) Jammers

An RF jammer is a device, available in static, mobile, or handheld forms, designed to emit substantial amounts of radio frequency energy. This energy is directed towards aerial threats like drones or missiles, effectively masking their controlling signals. The application of an RF jammer is pivotal in disabling the communication and operational capabilities of these threats.

What is High-Power Microwave (HPM)?

HPM devices are instrumental in generating electromagnetic pulses (EMPs) potent enough to disrupt or destroy the electronics of aerial threats, including drones and missiles. These devices typically incorporate antennas to focus the EMP, aiming to minimize collateral damage.

HPM devices belong to a broader category of directed energy technologies, which also encompasses laser systems. They function by directing electromagnetic radiation at targets, attacking through various entry points, including antennas or indirect routes like charging ports.

The Advantage of GaN Solid State Technology

The integration of GaN (Gallium Nitride) SiC (Silicon Carbide) power amplifiers, as opposed to traditional LDMOS based amplifiers, marks a significant advantage for high power microwave systems. This shift enables manufacturers to achieve superior performance metrics, resulting in systems that are more compact, efficient, cost-effective, and lighter. Additionally, GaN Solid State Power Amplifiers (SSPA) enhance system efficiency, leading to clearer, more precise, and extended detection ranges. This technological evolution positions RFHIC's GaN Solid State Technology as a frontrunner in the field of advanced aerial threat countermeasures, offering a wide range of cutting-edge GaN solutions for modern defense challenges.

RFHIC’s GaN Product Portfolio for Countermeasure Systems

Showcasing RFHIC's Broad Product Range in GaN Wideband and High-Power Continuous Wave Systems for Countermeasure Applications.
RFHIC stands at the forefront of innovation with its extensive array of GaN (Gallium Nitride) wideband and high-power continuous wave (CW) systems, meticulously engineered for countermeasure applications. Our product lineup is designed to cater to a broad spectrum of defense needs, addressing the evolving challenges in aerial threat countermeasures. The key highlights of our product range include:

1. RFHIC's Wideband Amplifiers:

Unmatched Bandwidth for Countermeasure Applications

RFHIC's GaN wideband amplifiers stand out in the defense technology market for their unparalleled bandwidth range, offering exceptional versatility across various countermeasure scenarios. These amplifiers excel in simultaneously managing multiple threat types, a testament to their wideband features. Ideal for commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) solutions, these amplifiers operate efficiently across a wide frequency spectrum, from 20 MHz to 18 GHz, and boast impressive power capabilities of up to multi-megawatts. This makes them an optimal choice for defense applications requiring robust, multi-faceted countermeasure capabilities.

2. RFHIC's High Power CW Amplifiers and Systems

Robust and Reliable for Extended Operations

RFHIC excels in the field of high-power, continuous wave (CW) GaN solid-state power amplifiers and systems. RFHIC’s high-power amplifier and systems are engineered for prolonged and sustained operations, ensuring consistent and dependable performance. Ideal for extended engagement scenarios, RFHIC's high-power CW amplifiers and systems are particularly effective in neutralizing threats over long durations. Catering to diverse needs, we offer commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) and customizable solutions operable in L-band, S-band, C-band, and X-band with power capabilities scaling up to multi kilowatts.

Customization and Flexibility

RFHIC takes pride in not just offering standard off-the-shelf systems but also in providing tailor-made solutions to meet specific client needs. Our commitment to customization allows us to work closely with our clients, understanding their unique challenges and operational environments, to develop solutions that are not only effective but also seamlessly integrate into their existing frameworks. Whether it’s modifying the power output, frequency range, or integrating unique features, our team of experts is equipped to deliver solutions that are customized to the finest detail. This approach ensures that our clients have access to the most suitable technology that aligns perfectly with their strategic objectives and operational demands. RFHIC's comprehensive range of GaN wideband and high-power CW systems, combined with our ability to offer customized solutions, positions us as a versatile and dependable partner in the realm of advanced defense countermeasures. Our technology is not just about meeting the current standards but setting new benchmarks in aerial threat neutralization.

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About RFHIC:

RFHIC (KOSDAQ: A218410) is a global leader in designing and manufacturing GaN RF & Microwave components and systems for applications in wireless communications, defense and aerospace, and RF Energy (Industrial, Scientific, and Medical) segments. We provide industry-leading solutions for gallium-nitride (GaN) transistors, high-power solid-state power amplifiers, and high-power microwave generator systems, all within our in-house production facility. We enlighten industries with RF and Microwave advancements. To expedite a future enhanced by technological innovation - to create a better connected, safer, and stronger world for generations. Learn more at www.c0006.bizhomepass.kr.

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