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Aegis Combat System Successfully Intercepts Target During Flight Test

”Open architecture and rigorous system engineering enable consistent evolution and innovation.”

During a recent flight test, USS Daniel Inouye (DDG 118) successfully intercepted a Medium Range Ballistic Missile (MRBM) target using upgraded Aegis software. This marks the first Aegis Baseline 9.C2.0 (BMD 5.1) intercept of an MRBM target using the Standard Missile–6 Dual II with a software upgrade, bringing improved performance against evolving threats.

The United States Navy, Missile Defense Agency, Lockheed Martin (NYSE: LMT), and other partners supported FTM-31 E1a deployed a real-world scenario to test the Aegis Weapon System, which was able to better target, identify and

INVISIO Intercom Excels in the Maritime Environment

The ultimate maritime security and special forces RHIB, the Zodiac Hurricane, is built for situations where mission failure is not an option. The ability to communicate loud and clear at top speed while exposed to extreme wind and climate conditions is paramount to mission success.

The INVISIO Intercom enables clear communication with the boat crew and central command and operates seamlessly with connected devices onboard. It is submersible until 2 meters, MILSPEC compliant, and can withstand harsh operating environments.

Team members can access all boat communication directly from their INVISIO personal system (control unit and headset). This allows for safe and seamless inter-group communication and connection to onboard devices.

The INVISIO Intercom System delivered the best speech clarity and intelligibility results ever heard on a maritime vessel going 63-64 knots, 118 KPH, or 74 MPH into a direct headwind!

The INVISIO Intercom

The INVISIO Intercom System bridges the gap between the mounted and dismounted team members, making it possible for multiple users and radios to connect simultaneously us- intercept the threat due to the software update.

“The shield and spear of the fleet, Aegis has evolved to counter air, ballistic missiles and evolving threats across multiple domains from all regions, ranges and during all phases of flight,” said Joe DePietro, vice president and general manager of Naval Combat and Missile Defense Systems at Lockheed Martin. “We realize it is critical to developing capabilities that allow the United States, its partners, and allies to adapt to constantly-changing mission needs quickly.”

New Missions, Increased Worldwide Security

Lockheed Martin has a long history of suc- ing their existing dismounted personal communication system.

The user can access all vehicle communications directly from their INVISIO control unit, so cessfully applying its combat system expertise worldwide to deliver complex weapon and sensor capability through the Common Source Library, a permanent library for all Aegis system computer programs that allow customers to access software required to meet mission requirements. Aegis can rapidly deliver new capabilities, including solutions integrating SPY-1 and solid-state radars and the growing SPY-7 family of radars. Due to its open architecture, Aegis provides capability today and is flexible to grow with the demands of an ever-changing environment. there is no need to disconnect or connect other equipment when entering or exiting a vehicle. This allows for a safe and seamless connection to the vehicle intercom system.