The NASA Orion Audio System, developed by L3Harris, is a cutting-edge communications solution designed to support human spaceflight during NASA's Artemis missions. This advanced audio system ensures seamless communication among astronauts, mission control, and the world, playing a crucial role in the Artemis II mission, which will be the first crewed flight test of the Space Launch System (SLS) and the Orion spacecraft around the Moon. Featuring an audio control unit with five voice channels, low power consumption, and 13 alarms for real-time situational awareness, the system is meticulously engineered to meet NASA’s stringent requirements. Its robust design allows for integration into future human spaceflight missions, ensuring that astronauts have the reliable communication capabilities necessary for mission success as they venture toward Mars and beyond.
The Navigation Technology Satellite-3 (NTS-3) is a cutting-edge satellite designed to enhance the resilience of Positioning, Navigation, and Timing (PNT) capabilities for national security. Set to launch in 2023, NTS-3 will conduct over 100 on-orbit experiments to test critical technologies aimed at countering threats posed by contested, degraded, and denied PNT environments. Developed by L3Harris Technologies in collaboration with the U.S. Air Force Research Laboratory, this revolutionary satellite will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of space-based military navigation systems, ensuring that U.S. forces maintain operational superiority in increasingly complex and challenging scenarios.
Nuclear propulsion represents a groundbreaking advancement in space exploration, particularly for human missions to Mars. Utilizing both nuclear thermal propulsion (NTP) and nuclear electric propulsion (NEP), this technology offers significant benefits over traditional chemical propulsion systems, including increased efficiency—NTP is more than twice as efficient, while NEP can be 5-10 times more efficient. This efficiency allows for the design of lighter transfer vehicles capable of carrying all necessary propellant for round-trip missions, thereby enhancing mission safety and flexibility in emergency scenarios. With the potential to reduce crew radiation exposure by up to 40% and accommodate challenging interplanetary trajectories, nuclear propulsion enables shorter and safer missions. L3Harris, in collaboration with NASA and industry partners, is at the forefront of developing these technologies, focusing on integrating them with existing liquid rocket systems and advancing low-enriched uranium solutions to streamline regulatory challenges.
The Orion spacecraft is a cutting-edge vehicle designed for deep space exploration, equipped with advanced technologies to ensure crew safety and mission success. With a mission capability of up to 1,000 days, Orion offers maximum radiation protection, an advanced life support system, and a robust heat shield to withstand the extreme temperatures of re-entry into Earth's atmosphere. It features full redundancy for all major avionics and crew systems, ensuring reliability during critical phases of flight. The spacecraft is outfitted with a rocket-powered escape system for safe emergency aborts and incorporates a powerful main engine refurbished by L3Harris, along with auxiliary engines for trajectory maintenance. Additionally, Orion's Reaction Control System enables precise maneuvering during atmospheric re-entry, while its self-righting flotation system ensures crew safety post-splashdown. Designed to support NASA's Artemis missions, Orion is poised to play a pivotal role in humanity's return to the Moon and future Mars exploration.
The Protected Global Positioning System (PGPS) is engineered for high-dynamic environments, particularly in launch vehicles, missiles, and hypersonic applications, operating effectively within space-radiation conditions. This advanced system features an embedded M-Code GPS receiver optimized for rapid updates and compliance with RCC-324 standards, providing true 10 Hz tracking and navigation capabilities. Designed with low size, weight, and power requirements in mind, the PGPS supports multiple use cases simultaneously and is compatible with autonomous flight safety systems. With a robust history of reliability in spaceflight applications, every PGPS unit is backed by extensive engineering expertise, ensuring exceptional performance for critical missions.
Very Small Aperture Terminals (VSAT) SATCOM provide resilient beyond-line-of-sight (BLOS) communications essential for rear-base logistic support, on-the-move operations, and covert missions. With L3Harris Auto-Acquire MODEM modularity, these systems enable fast and straightforward communication setup, granting access to multiple satellite constellations worldwide. VSAT technology includes advanced features that automatically identify and mitigate both intentional and unintentional interference, ensuring reliable connectivity. Recognized as the world's most fielded man-portable, multiband VSAT, these terminals are produced in a state-of-the-art ISO-9001 certified facility, showcasing superior production and delivery capabilities. Key models include the Hawkeye™ 4 Lite, DarkWing™ Ka-Band Flat Panel, Panther™ II, and Shadow™ Ku-Band Flat Panel VSATs, each designed to meet diverse operational needs.
L3Harris Weather and Flight Services offer a comprehensive suite of aviation weather data solutions designed to help pilots and air traffic controllers manage the unpredictable nature of weather. With access to a wide range of data sources, including satellite imagery, radar information, and Notice to Airmen messages, these services enhance flight safety and efficiency through automated flight planning tools. Additionally, L3Harris systems play a crucial role in supporting search-and-rescue operations, ensuring that critical information is readily available for effective decision-making in the skies.
Weather and Radar Processing (WARP) is a cutting-edge system deployed in the U.S. that enhances weather data analysis and radar processing for the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). Under the WARP Maintenance and Sustainment Services (WMSS) III contract, it offers comprehensive hardware and software maintenance, a dedicated 15/7 user help desk, and engineering services to ensure alignment with future weather initiatives. Recently upgraded with robust hardware and new service-oriented architecture (SOA) capabilities, WARP is designed to support the FAA in optimizing flight routes around adverse weather conditions. With the upcoming NextGen Network Enabled Weather (NNEW) initiative, WARP's advanced features promise to deliver efficient and cost-effective solutions for achieving NextGen weather objectives.
Weather Sustainment is a comprehensive solution offered by L3Harris that addresses a wide range of complex mission requirements, including facilities maintenance and the reverse-engineering of legacy systems. This service encompasses system engineering, sustainment, logistics and supply, depot maintenance, as well as software and hardware engineering and configuration management. Specifically designed for range instrumentation, Weather Sustainment supports critical functions such as tracking, telemetry, optical systems, communications, and command-and-control networks. With its robust capabilities, L3Harris ensures operational readiness and efficiency for diverse weather-related applications.
The Wideband Programmable Modem (WPM-1000) is a versatile communication solution designed to enhance existing SATCOM terminals by providing high bandwidth and advanced processing capabilities. This modem can be easily configured via software to accommodate high-rate data transfers or secure communication bandwidth, making it ideal for various applications. Certified by ARSTRAT (OM-89), the WPM-1000 meets rigorous airborne environmental standards, ensuring reliability in demanding conditions. With standard L-Band and Ethernet interfaces, it seamlessly integrates into most SATCOM terminal architectures, offering flexibility and efficiency for modern communication needs.
The WSC-6 SATCOM Terminal by L3Harris is a cutting-edge maritime communication solution designed to provide reliable, worldwide wideband connectivity for Navy combatants. With a proven track record of 99 percent uptime over the last decade, this terminal is built on the legacy of L3Harris maritime systems, ensuring robust performance and availability. The current variants are Commercial Off-The-Shelf (COTS) and Non-Developmental Item (NDI) systems that have consistently delivered dependable communications to the U.S. Navy fleet. Ideal for a variety of traffic, the WSC-6 SATCOM Terminal is essential for maintaining operational readiness and enhancing mission effectiveness in maritime environments.
The Advanced Electro-Optical System R&D and Sustainment for Space Domain Awareness by L3Harris is a cutting-edge initiative designed to enhance the United States' capabilities in monitoring and securing the space domain. Since 2002, L3Harris has been instrumental in maintaining and modernizing critical optical sensors and systems under the U.S. Air Force’s SENSOR contract, ensuring their reliability and relevance in a complex warfighting environment. The program focuses on delivering cost-efficient sustainment solutions while expanding services to include new ground-based sensors and advanced battle management capabilities. With a commitment to innovation, L3Harris has developed technologies that improve object detection and tracking, as well as advanced laser communication systems, all aimed at providing superior situational awareness in space. This comprehensive approach not only supports existing military operations but also prepares for future challenges in space security.
Advanced Radar Solutions for Space Domain Awareness provide essential capabilities for protecting national space assets and ensuring operational success in multidomain operations. Leveraging decades of experience in radar system integration and design, L3Harris combines cutting-edge technology with a commitment to quality and continuous improvement. The solutions focus on detecting, tracking, and maintaining custody of objects in deep-space orbit, addressing the increasing challenges of space situational awareness. With proven expertise in large-aperture antenna systems and a rigorous systems engineering process, L3Harris accelerates the development of cost-effective radar capabilities for the U.S. Air Force and Space Force, ensuring mission readiness and enhancing national security.
The L3Harris Tactical SATCOM Radios are cutting-edge communication solutions designed for a wide range of military and tactical missions. These multiband SATCOM terminals ensure reliable access to various satellite constellations, including DSCS and WGS, while also supporting handheld options like the RO®-X Tactical Radio for rapid global communication. With advanced features such as the RF-7800B BGAN Terminal System for voice and wideband communications, the RO®-Mobile Awareness Platform for situational awareness, and the DTCS Mission Module for seamless tactical communications extension, these radios enhance operational effectiveness in remote locations. Additionally, accessories like the SATCOM X-Wing Antenna and Low Profile Vehicular SATCOM Antenna further optimize performance for on-the-move applications, making L3Harris Tactical SATCOM Radios an essential asset for modern military operations.
The Ruggedized MPM-1000 IP Modem by L3Harris is a cutting-edge solution designed to meet the growing demands for Network Centric Satellite IP communications. This advanced modem features the Network Centric Waveform (NCW), which serves as the standard wideband SATCOM waveform for both tactical military and commercial applications. With its fully automated network capabilities, the RMPM-1000 ensures seamless connectivity without the need for operator intervention, even in fluctuating data link conditions. It leverages the full potential of the Wideband Global SATCOM (WGS) multi-beam, multi-band satellite infrastructure, making it an essential tool for reliable and efficient communication in diverse operational environments.
