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DRFM
DRFM, or Digital Radio Frequency Memory, is a technology used in electronic warfare to digitally record incoming radar or radio signals and then modify and retransmit them. This tricks enemy systems into seeing false targets, losing track of real targets, or receiving confusing information.
TECHNICAL DEFINITION
Digital Radio Frequency Memory (DRFM) is an advanced electronic warfare technique that digitally samples, stores, and manipulates incoming RF signals, primarily radar pulses, to generate deceptive jamming, spoofing, or false target indications, thereby compromising threat detection and tracking systems.
BACKGROUND
BriteCloud is a self-contained expendable digital radio frequency memory (DRFM) jammer developed by Selex ES to help protect military aircraft. The decoy was launched by Selex ES at a conference held at the Churchill War Rooms, London on 6 November 2013.
READ MORE ON WIKIPEDIASYNONYMS & ALIASES
- Digital RF Memory
- DRFM jammer
- Deceptive jammer
- Radar spoofing system
- RF memory device
USAGE NOTE
DRFM systems are a critical component of modern electronic warfare suites for aircraft, ships, and ground platforms to counter sophisticated radar-guided weapons and surveillance systems.
DEVELOPERS
Organizations developing technology related to DRFM.
Develops advanced electronic warfare systems for air, land, and sea platforms, extensively utilizing DRFM technology for sophisticated radar jamming and deception techniques.
A leading provider of electronic warfare systems, including airborne self-protection jammers and integrated EW suites, which rely heavily on DRFM technology for advanced signal manipulation and countermeasures.
Specializes in comprehensive electronic warfare solutions, including radar warning receivers and advanced jammers that incorporate DRFM for sophisticated countermeasure techniques against modern threats.
Offers a range of electronic warfare capabilities, explicitly mentioning DRFM as a core technology for digital radio frequency countermeasure systems and electronic attack applications.
A global high-tech company involved in defense electronics, including advanced electronic warfare systems and radar solutions where DRFM plays a vital role in deception and jamming.
Develops advanced electronic warfare systems, such as their Arexis suite, which leverages DRFM for sophisticated self-protection and intelligence capabilities against radar threats for various platforms.
Provides comprehensive electronic warfare solutions for military platforms across air, land, and sea domains, incorporating DRFM technology for effective radar jamming, deception, and electronic protection.