JMA Wireless and telecommunications equipment supplier RIVA Networks are adding private 5G capabilities to the legacy cellular networks at the U.S. Air Force Research Lab (AFRL), Rome Research Site (RRS) — which is dedicated to command, control and communications research and development — as part of the Department of Defense’s (DoD) ongoing modernization efforts.
“Across the entire military, the DoD is aggressively engaging in programs to propel American 5G leadership,” the companies said. “This mission-critical technology is compatible with any standard smartphone and paves the way for an increased use of mobile devices for federal agencies. The DoD intends to utilize the enhanced security protocols built into 5G to protect critical data, planning, and infrastructure. “
