UK explores WWII tech for PNT alternative
Source: Army Technology
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The UK will allocate £6m to QinetiQ-led Team Elaris for the development of an eLoran system - an alternative navigation system to GNSS.
Classification
Region
Europe
Analytical Domain
Strategic
Primary Category
Political-Military
SALUTE Report
Size
Not applicable
Activity
The UK is developing an eLoran system as an alternative navigation system to GNSS.
Location
United Kingdom
Unit
QinetiQ-led Team Elaris
Time
Current
Equipment
eLoran system
Summary
The UK is allocating £6 million to QinetiQ-led Team Elaris for the development of an eLoran system, which will serve as an alternative navigation system to GNSS. This initiative reflects the UK's efforts to enhance its navigation capabilities in the context of defense technology.
Key Facts
- The UK will allocate £6m for the development of an eLoran system.
- QinetiQ is leading the development team.
- The eLoran system is intended as an alternative to GNSS.