OWEGO, N.Y. - Lockheed Martin (NYSE: NYSE:LMT) has announced a collaboration with Intel Corporation (NASDAQ: NASDAQ:INTC) and its subsidiary Altera to enhance microelectronics capabilities for a Pentagon aerial defense program. The initiative, part of the Stimulating Transition for Advanced Microelectronics Packaging (NYSE:PKG) (STAMP) program, aims to develop sophisticated defense systems for the U.S. Navy's MH-60R multi-mission helicopters.
The partnership focuses on creating a new electronic defense system with low size, weight, and power (SWaP) requirements, in line with the Sensor Open Systems Architecture (SOSA). Utilizing Altera's Multi-Chip Package (MCP2), the technology is expected to detect and identify threats with increased speed and precision while significantly reducing SWaP and costs.
This development is a response to the evolving demands of modern warfare, where controlling the electromagnetic spectrum is crucial for service member safety. The advanced semiconductors built in the U.S. are expected to play a pivotal role in legacy system upgrades and new system developments.
Altera's Agilex™ 9 SoC FPGA Direct RF-Series chiplet technology is set to provide the digital and analog capabilities necessary for the defense system. The integration of this technology is projected to shrink the system's footprint and enhance performance metrics, including bandwidth and latency.
Lockheed Martin will conduct the work at its facility in Owego, New York, with the aim to integrate, test, and complete production through the MH-60R helicopter program over the next 18 months.
The STAMP technology, while initially designed for the Sikorsky MH-60R helicopter, has potential applications across various military domains such as air, land, and sea.
This partnership underscores Lockheed Martin's commitment to driving innovation in global defense technology and supporting all-domain mission solutions to maintain military readiness and superiority.
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