SIGNALS – The Rohde & Schwarz Defense Podcast

In this episode of Signals, the Rohde & Schwarz Defense Podcast, we explore one of the most critical dimensions of today’s battlespace: the electromagnetic spectrum. As drones evolve from simple reconnaissance tools into agile, low-cost, and highly disruptive weapons, they are exposing major gaps in conventional defense. Host Dennis-P. Merklinghaus is joined by RF counter-UAS and electromagnetic warfare expert Colonel (Res.) Yaniv Haran, Market Development and Global Business Development for Technology Systems, Rohde & Schwarz, to discuss how armed forecs and industry can close this capability gap through smarter detection, classification, alerting, and effect strategies in modern RF counter-drone measures....

The episode dives into the world of submarine communications, exploring the unique challenges faced in this isolated environment. The hosts and guest Dougie Bates, a former submariner, discuss the contrast between modern life’s constant connectivity and the isolation of submarine life, highlighting the mental and operational challenges faced by crew members. The conversation covers the importance of communications systems, the role of technology in reducing crew noise, and the potential future impact of AI in submarine operations. Dougie shares communications experience, emphasizing the importance of morale and camaraderie among the crew.

Rohde & Schwarz is a leading partner in the development and implementation of the Second Generation Anti-jam Tactical UHF Radio for NATO (SATURN) standard, a secure jamming-resistant waveform for military communications in the UHF band.

Join Thomas Bögl, THE expert at Rohde & Schwarz and the hosts of SIGNALS as they discuss how SATURN is becoming the new standard for military radio communications, replacing the legacy HAVEQUICK (HQ) waveform, and is already designated as a NATO Minimum Military Requirement (MMR) for maritime and air operations interoperability.

Join Maxime Zanini, Project Management FCAS at Rohde & Schwarz and the hosts of SIGNALS discussing the ambitious Future Combat Air System (FCAS) – Europe's next-generation air combat system. The episode dives into the core challenge facing the program, e.g. successfully integrating diverse crewed and uncrewed platforms into a cohesive, networked system. This episode explores the complexities of building not just advanced aircraft, but a fully connected ecosystem where individual components work together seamlessly to achieve overarching strategic goals. While there's a lot of political and industrial debate about the future of the FCAS program, Rohde & Schwarz, as an...