Spectrum Defense Systems

Overview

Problem: Modern EW training and deception missions lack affordable, modular systems that emit realistic RF signals across wide frequency ranges. Existing solutions are costly, inflexible, and hard to operate.

Solution: The Dynamic Radio Emulator System (DRES) is a low-cost, modular RF emitter covering 20 MHz–1 GHz and 20 MHz–6 GHz. Swappable amplifier modules let users tailor power and frequency output to mission needs. The system is remotely controlled via ATAK.

Field Validation & TRL: TRL 7 — Demonstrated in operational environments with 3rd Infantry Division at NTC, JRTC, JMRC, and with the Florida National Guard. Used at VANGUARD 2024 to simulate radar threats.

Strategic Advantage: We are patenting our system architecture, ATAK integration, and custom electronics. Combined with field-proven workflows and strong unit relationships, this creates both technical and relational barriers to entry.

Go-to-Market Access: Our pricing is below key procurement thresholds, enabling units to buy using discretionary funds. This led to a $150k purchase by 3ID and $55k by FLNG, with multiple additional units preparing to procure. This bottom-up traction supports our path toward PEO EW&C.

Dual-Use Potential: Our long-range transceiver (TXVR) enables disaster response, off-grid comms, and remote industrial ops where infrastructure is limited.

Team: Co-Founders Joseph Petersen (CEO, Purdue ECE) and Alina Miles (CFO, ONU MechE) lead system development.

Competitive Landscape: DRES is more affordable, ATAK-integrated, and scalable than any alternative—supporting 20–40+ nodes in a mesh network. No other system offers this combination.

Primary User: CEMA operators from platoon NCOs to brigade-level leaders.

User-Critical Problem: Current systems delay training, require contractors, and limit control. Operators need scalable, fieldable emitters can be managed independently.