Rescue Transponder

Building upon technologies developed in other sensor programs, the Rescue Transponder (RT) program will investigate the use of localization and tracking technology to provide a very low probability of detection (LPD) signalling device. The system is expected to use a wide band radio frequency signal with low power and extremely low duty cycle. The goals of the RT Program are to develop a signalling device that provides a call for help to friendly forces. The RT system will operate over ranges that enable rescue forces or surveillance systems to receive its signals while avoiding hostile fire or detection. It will support accurate localization by rescue forces, and permit transmission of identifying, authenticating, and status information.