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SOVERON D

Joint radio system of the German Armed Forces

SOVERON D is a member of the SOVERON software defined radio family.

The key components of the German MoD programme SVFuA are a multi-channel next generation software defined radio (SDR), the full communications management system and the scalable security layer up to national and NATO SECRET. SOVERON D manages communication networks from the brigade down to the platoon Ievel, with a special focus on joint and combined missions with multi-level security needs, supporting operations conducted by coalition forces. The system connects the vehicle IT infrastructure with the tactical Control and Command system.

Characteristics and benefits

Network evolution

The SOVERON D radio platform supports legacy and modern waveforms addressing the migration from legacy radio networks towards IP based networks
The SOVERON D system allows migration in small steps with backwards compatibility to legacy radio systems

Modularity

Up to three radio modules in one SOVERON D system provide a high flexibility for the entire frequency range
Each radio channel can load and execute a waveform independently

Security

SOVERON D acts as a central security anchor point for the vehicle network
Approved by the German authority BSI including crosscertifications to multinational applications

Future viable

Certified for SCA 2.2.2, the SOVERON D radio platform is prepared for porting future and legacy waveforms
SOVERON D 'software-defined-crypto' platform allows enhancing encryption methods

Ruggedized

SOVERON D is built to operate under extreme conditions and complies with military standards
SOVERON D consists of various built-in tests enabling easy operations over the whole lifecycle

SOVERON D – Two channel configuration

SOVERON D – system

Apart from the radio, SOVERON D further consists of the following system components:

Network management system (NMS): System for mission planning offline or online (over the air – OTAx)
Security management system (SMS): System for management and distribution for platform software, waveform applications and policies.
Application device (AGS): Distribution of operational key material
Radio control unit (GB): Local management station for one radio device
Service unit (SB): Supports service cycles
CIK: Crypto ignition key – physical key to permit classified operations
Token: Supports import and export of operation data and authentication of users with SOVERON D and SMS