- The Banshee Flex Radio delivers 5G throughput with 100MHz carriers for resilient and secure battlefield communications.
- Integrated with multiple networking technologies, the Banshee Flex Radio offers flexibility, decentralised MANET backhaul, and SATCOM compatibility.
What happened: Nokia introduces Banshee Flex Radio for battlefield communication
Nokia has launched the 5G Banshee Flex Radio, a groundbreaking mobile broadband edge network aimed at enhancing secure communications on the battlefield. Designed for modern military needs, the Banshee Flex Radio integrates multiple networking technologies and provides warfighters with secure, high-speed, and resilient communication capabilities. The Banshee Flex Radio can deliver 5G throughput with 100MHz carriers, allowing it to operate over a private dual 5G/LTE band network, ensuring multiple secure communication channels. It also features a self-forming, decentralised Mobile Ad-hoc Network (MANET) backhaul, which can integrate with existing military systems, including SATCOM for traffic backhaul.
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Why it is important
The introduction of the 5G Banshee Flex Radio marks a major advancement in tactical communication systems, offering military personnel the same connectivity and performance as a public cellular network, but optimised for demanding, high-risk environments. The system’s decentralised and secure nature makes it a vital tool for operations that require resilient communication infrastructure in any setting, even in remote or conflict zones.
By integrating cutting-edge commercial technologies, Nokia is setting a new standard for battlefield communications, which will play a critical role in modern defence strategies. The ability to maintain reliable, high-speed connectivity in the most challenging conditions is essential for military teams to respond quickly and effectively.
