Analysis of the functionality of Manet tactical radio systems

This article presents the results of a comprehensive study on the functionality, technical specifications, and operational limitations of the Silvus StreamCaster SC4400 tactical radio, particularly concerning its application within dynamic electromagnetic environments. The impact of the system's architectural features (4x4 MIMO configuration) on its functional parameters, including throughput, energy efficiency, and resilience against electronic warfare (EW), is analyzed. A comparative analysis of the Silvus SC4400 with analogous systems (Persistent MPU5 and TrellisWare TSM) was performed using a representative methodological framework that integrates empirical testing results and mathematical modeling.Employing a multi-criteria approach to evaluate tactical communication system effectiveness, key advantages of the SC4400 were identified, including: a wide frequency range (300 MHz – 6 GHz), high throughput (up to 100+ Mbps), and low hop latency (7 ms), ensuring optimal performance characteristics for real-time multimedia transmission. Concurrently, functional limitations of the system were identified, including the absence of an integrated computing platform, insufficient resilience against intensive electronic warfare (EW), and significant antenna system limitations concerning energy potential and directivity pattern adaptability. Optimal application scenarios for the systems under study are scientifically substantiated based on their technical and operational characteristics and the specifics of the operational environment. Prospective directions for enhancing the Silvus SC4400 are proposed, considering the identified limitations and current trends in tactical communication technology development.