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DESCRIPTION

LANTERN is a rugged, tethered unmanned aerial system that provides elevated electro-optical, infrared, and communication relay capabilities. It deploys from a vehicle or stationary platform to extend line-of-sight and enhance situational awareness in complex or GPS-denied environments. Powered through its tether, LANTERN supports persistent, autonomous operation without the need for battery changes or dedicated UAV pilots.

SPECIFICATIONS

Max Altitude

200 ft

System Weight

700 lbs

Durability

MIL-STD-810H

Capabilities

DPI systems provide persistent beyond line-of-sight surveillance extending situational awareness beyond natural and man-made obstructions.

DPI systems provide persistent beyond line-of-sight surveillance extending situational awareness beyond natural and man-made obstructions.

DPI systems provide persistent beyond line-of-sight surveillance extending situational awareness beyond natural and man-made obstructions.

DPI systems provide persistent beyond line-of-sight surveillance extending situational awareness beyond natural and man-made obstructions.

Extend comms BLOS to dismounts

LANTERN extends beyond-line-of-sight (BLOS) communications to dismounted troops operating in complex or obstructed terrain. By elevating a tactical radio or MANET node up to 200 feet, LANTERN establishes a persistent aerial relay that overcomes line-of-sight barriers such as hills, vegetation, or urban structures. This enables continuous voice, data, and situational awareness links between dismounts and higher echelons, even in GPS- or SATCOM-denied environments.