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Rockwell Collins Launches TruNet For Interoperable Communications

Defense Daily Staff

Monday, March 30th, 2015

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Rockwell Collins Launches TruNet For Interoperable Communications

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Seamless networked communications between air and ground are a long-sought goal for the U.S. military and militaries around the world, and Rockwell Collins [COL] Monday said it’s found a solution with its TruNet solution.TruNet offers a one-stop, integrated ground-air network comprised of three major components: the Rockwell Collins Airborne Radio (AR) and Ground Radio (GR) Series, along with advanced handheld technology from the company’s alliance partner, Thales of France.The system debuts this week at the Army’s Global Force Symposium and Exhibition…

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