Edge compute-as-a-service? The Army is curious

2024-06-04 01:14 PM by Wanda Parisien

PHILADELPHIA — After the Army’s network portfolio has dipped its toe in the water on two as-as-service models, it could be settings its sights next on applying the concept to edge computing, according to a top official. As-a-service models are growing more attractive to the Army given the flexibility they provide. The department last year …

Kratos demonstrates satellite internet tech for U.S. Army

2024-04-04 10:45 AM by Tyler Fields

WASHINGTON — Kratos Defense & Security Solutions announced April 4 it completed a demonstration of satellite-based broadband for the U.S. Army using a virtual ground system — a software-defined alternative to traditional hardware-based ground stations for controlling satellite constellations. The company won a contract in 2022 to conduct the demonstration for the U.S. Army’s Program …