L3Harris Technologies (NYSE:LHX) is working collaboratively with technology company Epirus to develop more efficient communication capabilities for the U.S. military, allies and partners.
The collaboration includes working toward integrating L3Harris’ tactical communications systems and Epirus’ electronics technology to develop high-efficiency, tactical radios. The collaboration’s objectives focus on delivering solutions with improved range, battery life and heat management to meet the demands of modern combat operations.
L3Harris is working with Epirus as part of its ongoing strategy to adopt emerging technologies that address customers’ growing requirements for innovative, agile solutions that can be fielded rapidly.
L3Harris delivers resilient, secure and interoperable communication systems and networks to militaries around the world, continually investing in waveform, open-system and security encryption development to keep its customers ahead of adversarial threats.
Epirus’ approach to radio frequency (RF) transmitter operations helps improve device usage time, enabling warfighters to operate at peak efficiency, minimizing the need for frequent charging or replacement.
“We are proud to support the United States, allies and partners with reliable tactical communications required in demanding missions around the world,” said Sam Mehta, President, Communication Systems, L3Harris. “The teamwork with Epirus will help further L3Harris’ status as the Trusted Disruptor in the defense industry.”
“We are pleased to take this important next step in our growing collaboration,” said Andy Lowery, CEO, Epirus. “I have no doubt that fusing our expertise in advanced electronics and intelligent power management with L3Harris’ well-deserved reputation will result in game-changing capabilities for our customers.”