Innovative US Tech Alters Battlefield Navigation
The United States is working on developing alternative technologies to the Global Positioning System (GPS) to ensure that forces can continue to determine their location and timing in the event of GPS signal loss or jamming. One of these technologies is the "ROcK N" program, which is developing ultra-precise optical clocks capable of maintaining accurate time for up to two weeks to six months without relying on satellites. These clocks help improve positioning accuracy, coordination among aircraft, vehicles, and sensors, and enhance military communication capabilities in environments where dependence on GPS is limited or impossible. The aim is to build a multi-modal system that includes clocks, sensors, and algorithms based on diverse technologies to ensure that military operations can function independently of satellite signals.
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