Harris Corporation Introduces New Airborne Encoding Solution for Unmanned Applications


Printer Friendly Version Harris Corporation Introduces New Airborne Encoding Solution for Unmanned Applications *Encoder Solves Challenge of Transmitting High-Bandwidth Data Gathered During ISR Missions* SAN ANTONIO, TX, October 20, 2009 (GEOINT, Booth #601)— Harris Corporation (NYSE:HRS), an international communications and information technology company, today introduced a new airborne-hardened encoder. This advanced technology more efficiently packages and transmits data and full-motion video gathered by unmanned aerial vehicles (UAV) during military missions. The Harris AcuityH264™ is a compact, versatile high-definition/standard-definition (HD/SD) encoding solution, which meets Motion Imagery Standards Board requirements for airborne applications. It efficiently compresses full-motion video and attaches mission data — such as telemetry and time of acquisition — that significantly increases the intelligence value of the imagery. State-of-the-art H.264 compression, combined with data standards, ensures interoperability with current and future exploitation systems. The AcuityH264 offers several features currently not available with most other encoders. These include: Features for image scaling and cropping of HD video to meet the needs of constrained, low-bandwidth channels. A slice design that enables additional channels of encoding to be easily added. Expansion capabilities for on-board storage of 'mezzanine-quality' video — a much higher-fidelity version of the captured video compared to that sent over the channel. Initially designed for use in military missions, the encoder's broadcast-quality, video-encoding capabilities enable potential application to commercial broadcast markets - where video and data must be transmitted from remote locations and mobile broadcast vehicles. "The AcuityH264 delivers enriched content that adds value to, and greatly simplifies, the task of analysts on the ground as they gather information that is critical to decision-making," said Wes Covell, president, Defense Programs, Harris Government Communications Systems. "This new product from Harris is another example of our commitment to providing the most advanced tools for information gathering, processing and exploitation." Harris Defense Programs develops, supplies, and integrates communications and information processing products, systems and networks for a diverse base of aerospace, terrestrial and maritime applications supporting U.S. Department of Defense missions. Harris is committed to delivering leading-edge technologies that support the military's ongoing transformation to network-centric communications. About Harris Corporation Harris is an international communications and information technology company serving government and commercial markets in more than 150 countries. Headquartered in Melbourne, Florida, the company has approximately $5 billion of annual revenue and more than 15,000 employees — including nearly 7,000 engineers and scientists. Harris is dedicated to developing best-in-class assured communications^® products, systems, and services. Additional information about Harris Corporation is available at www.harris.com. # # # Contact Information: Sleighton Meyer Harris Government Communications Systems sleighton.meyer@harris.com 321-727-6514 Marc Raimondi Harris Corporation - Washington, DC marc.raimondi@harris.com 202-729-3732 Jim Burke Harris Corporation jim.burke@harris.com 321-727-9131