Low Size Weight and Power (SWaP) wideband Digital Receiver Exciters (DREX) technologies for Radar and Communication Systems Navy SBIR FY2013.1 Sol No.: Navy SBIR FY2013.1 Topic No.: N131-009 Topic Title: Low Size Weight and Power (SWaP) wideband Digital Receiver Exciters (DREX) technologies for Radar and Communication Systems Proposal No.: N131-009-0093 Firm: FIRST RF CORPORATION 5340 Airport Blvd. Boulder, Colorado 80301 Contact: Ian Rumsey Phone: (303) 449-5211 Web Site: firstrf.com Abstract: FIRST RF will develop a low SWaP DREX system approach that will include a wideband, multichannel frequency conversion capability. Requirements and design viability for a flexible multi-mission system that can support advanced radar modes or high-bandwidth communications will be investigated. FIRST RF will also pursue an innovative DREX integration approach with the rest of a sophisticated phased array system. This integration approach seeks to minimize system SWaP by eliminating redundant enclosures, cabling, and thermal management systems. The resulting system will be low-profile, air cooled, and contain all necessary structural, RF, environmental enclosure, and DREX subsystems required for a next generation sensor. The successful completion of this program will allow naval airborne assets to have unprecedented capabilities for operating in a variety of ISR and force protection roles. Benefits: The proposed system will enable low SWaP multi-mode sensors which will find use in a variety of airborne applications. Reduction in system size, weight, and power while expanding capability will allow smaller, more affordable platforms to take on expanded mission roles. Traditional ISR platforms will also benefit by having either reduced payload requirements for greater time on station, or the ability to carry additional payloads thanks to overall system SWaP savings. Affordable solutions to the Sense and Avoid Radar will lead to commercialization of the technology for domestic UAV applications. Return