The Wave Relay® MANET from Persistent Systems, LLC has been selected as the data link to connect U.S. Army CBRNE sensors to operators as part of the Dismounted Reconnaissance Sets, Kits, and Outfits (DRSKO) program.
The system was chosen by the Joint Program Executive Office for Chemical, Biological, Radiological and Nuclear Defense (JPEO-CBRND), with the contract including delivery of MPU5 networking devices and associated equipment.
The Wave Relay MANET, built into MPU5 networking devices, forms a highly scalable, self-forming, and self-healing network that connects operators, sensors, and platforms on a common, peer-to-peer infrastructure. This enables seamless sharing of voice, video, text, sensor, and GPS data. The MANET supports universal data exchange across Wi-Fi, Serial, and Ethernet-enabled sensors to detect and counter weapons of mass destruction.
This initiative aligns with the Army’s strategy to enhance real-time threat detection and data-sharing capabilities. By leveraging the Wave Relay MANET, warfighters receive instant notifications of CBRNE threats, with critical information accessible on the Android Tactical Assault Kit (ATAK). The MANET eliminates delays traditionally associated with situational reports (SITREPs), enabling teams to respond rapidly and decisively to hazardous conditions.
Damien Mason, Director of Army Strategy at Persistent Systems, stated, “Providing JPEO-CBRND with advanced networking capabilities ensures seamless integration between CBRNE sensors and command posts, and operators for the real-time transfer of critical data beyond just voice. This program represents a significant modernization effort for the Army’s CBRNE community, enabling faster and safer threat detection.
“Instead of waiting for a call or SITREP, our MANET delivers sensor data directly to decision-makers, enabling real-time responses and ensuring team safety even in extreme environments, such as tunnels and confined spaces.
“This selection underscores Persistent’s position as the network of choice for defense modernization, homeland security, and force protection initiatives.”
