SIGNALS – The Rohde & Schwarz Defense Podcast

The future of military power may hinge less on the next fighter jet and more on the network that connects everything. In this episode of Signals, the Rohde & Schwarz Defense Podcast, your hosts sit down with Andreas Domann, Vice President, Multi-Domain Directional Communication System at Rohde & Schwarz, to unpack why communications is becoming the decisive capability in modern operations. As armed forces move toward highly networked, all-domain warfare, the episode reveals why legacy data links are hitting their limits and what replaces them. Mr Domann explains how NEMACS is built to support the next generation of secure, high-capacity,...

In this episode of Signals, the Rohde & Schwarz Defense Podcast, we explore how the rapid evolution of drone technology is transforming modern defence and security operations and why traditional counter-UAS approaches are no longer sufficient. It introduces THORIS, Rohde & Schwarz’ next-generation counter-UAS solution that combines multiple sensors, intelligent data fusion and scalable response capabilities into a single architecture. We discuss why no single technology is enough to counter today's diverse drone threats and how a flexible, future-ready approach enables organisations to detect, identify and respond more effectively in increasingly complex operational environments.

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.