The US Navy has chosen Anello Photonics to create a navigation system for hypersonic vehicles. This system will be reliable even when GPS signals are weak or unavailable.
As part of a Phase I Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) contract, Anello will showcase its Silicon Photonics Optical Gyroscope (SiPhOG) technology over the next six months.
This gyroscope uses advanced integrated photonic technology to offer dependable navigation, crucial for military operations.
Dr. Mario Paniccia, CEO of Anello Photonics, expressed enthusiasm about collaborating with the US Navy. He emphasized that this program allows the Navy to experience the advantages of Anello’s technology in challenging environments.
Anello was selected after successfully completing its initial SBIR Phase I.
The goal of this Phase I is to find solutions that either stand alone or combine different technologies to improve positioning, navigation, and timing (PNT).
The new navigation system needs to be compact, ensuring it is lightweight and power-efficient for compatibility with current and future hypersonic vehicles.
Phase II will involve creating a prototype based on the initial design, with testing to ensure it meets all project goals. Final evaluations will replicate conditions found in hypersonic flight.
During Phase III, the prototype will be integrated into a hypersonic vehicle. This will allow for demonstrations during Advanced Naval Technology Exercises (ANTX).
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