US Air Force: Utilizing Blockchain for Command and Control: Raytheon BBN Tech
Raytheon BBN Technologies:
Signed a contract with the US Air Force Research Institute (AFRL) for $495,039 (about 52 million yen).
Contract title:
“Characterizing the applicability and relevance of DLT (Distributed Ledger Technology) in Air C2” (CARDIAC),
In other words, “Applicability and relevance of DLT (Distributed Ledger Technology) in Air Force C2” will be evaluated.
DLT:
Utilizing the so-called block chain.
Consider “how to help airspace surveillance and maintain pilot safety and attack capability” for air force commanders.
C2 is an abbreviation for Command and Control, which means “command and control”.
Reduce the vulnerability of current command and control systems.
Lieutenant Colonel Neil Barnas:
Blockchain told CoinDesk that it is an important system for the Air Force C2.
“The current decentralized C2 system will be decentralized, reducing vulnerability to enemy attacks,” Lieutenant Colonel said.
CoinDesk Japan
https://www.coindeskjapan.com/78103/