Application Category

Military Communication

Photonics Software for Defense Communications & More

Modern military installations and logistics demand technology that can scale up at short notice while remaining secure and reliable. Whether it’s telecommunications, encryption with quantum key distribution, or laser military applications, designing and testing this technology requires specialized software.

Optiwave software allows militaries to meet those demanding conditions with confidence.

  • Engineers can develop rugged photonics systems for defense through extensive simulation tools with OptiSystem.
  • Design specialized optical components with military-grade properties with OptiFDTD, OptiFiber and OptiGrating.
  • Simulate the precise propagation of light through laser hardware with OptiBPM, or, use it for software-based optical design for satcom.

Key Features

  • Safe and Secure Licenses: Maximize safety and security with offline USB dongles, no need to stay connected to the internet. Devices in harsh environments where military communication is limited will still be able to use Optiwave software.
  • Direct Support: Our team is small, agile, and experienced. We can provide assistance at short notice if needed.
  • Full Integration: Optiwave software is interoperable and flexible. For example, schematic files can be transferred from one tool to another, saving time and reducing errors.
  • Always Reliable: Leading researchers and commercial giants rely on Optiwave’s software for its accuracy and reliability.

Defense Applications

  • Fiber Bragg sensors for stress and strain sensing for premise intrusion detection.
  • Phi-OTDR sensor for vibration sensor.
  • Quantum key distribution and transmission over fiber (single mode, multimode, multicore), free space channel (FSO), or underwater wireless channel.
  • Chaotic laser for secure military communication.
  • Advanced modulation and coding schemes used for secure communication.
  • Metasurfaces (including photonic crystals) for stealth applications and optical sensors.
  • Microcavities for laser military applications (rangefinders, designators, etc.) and creating highly sensitive optical sensors.
  • Nanoantennas and other plasmonics for secure data transmission and enhanced communications.
  • Satcom optical design software for manufacturing couplers, allowing the efficient splitting of optical signals for telecommunications.

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FAQs

How can photonics help with fiber optic communication for defense?

Photonics plays a crucial role in military communication, from providing massive bandwidth for high-speed data flow to allowing for the secure transmission of sensitive data. Fiber optics securely connect distant but important locations and are essential for military logistics.

Do I need to be a military logistics expert to use photonics tools?

No. Students, researchers, and other interested parties can freely use Optiwave software to learn more about the applications of photonics in the military. We provide detailed manuals and webinars to help non-specialists get started.

What is quantum key distribution (QKD)?

QKD relies on the principles of quantum mechanics to provide unprecedented security and encryption for communications. Instead of transmitting sensitive data, QKD involves sending secure keys that allow for the encryption/decryption of data. This method significantly reduces the chances of tampering and eavesdropping in military communications.