Naval Electromagnetic Radiation Facilities (NERF) Modernization High Power Radio Frequency (RF) X-Band Source Prototype Project

Project Number:

N00421-22-9-0007

Description:

The NERF provides open-air test and evaluation of vehicles. While the existing testing capabilities can support the current test requirements for Naval Air platforms, it does not have the capability to support the testing of emerging requirements. The purpose of this project is to develop high-power RF sources to transmit representative high power RF waveforms onto installed systems on Naval Air platforms at separation distances sufficient for intersystem electromagnetic compatibility test procedures. This development will help safeguard Naval Air platforms from electromagnetic vulnerability while operating in high power RF environments, such as those encountered when operating on and around Naval ships.

Progress:

08/18/21: Request for White Papers Released
09/22/21: White Papers Due
TBD: Solution Selected
TBD: Request for Proposal Released
TBD: Proposal Submitted
TBD: Awarded