September 2016 * Volume 39, Issue 9 www.crows.org The Journal of Electronic Defense The Journal of Electronic Defense | September 2016 4 News The Monitor 15 US Air Force Pursues Next-Generation EW Receiver. Technology Survey: Manpack COMINT and DF Systems 43 Ollie Holt World Report 28 UK to Procure Pulse Analyzer Unit for Maritime Radar Analysis. Manpack communications intelligence (COMINT) and direction finding (DF) systems are essential capabilities for ground operations. This month, we take a look at what is available from 14 companies. Features Departments Nothing to See (Or Hear) Here - Concealing Tactical Communications 34 John Haystead Datalinks are key elements of any networked fighting force. They are also a prime target for jamming by an adversary. US forces are looking at new ways to conceal tactical communications and prevent them from being detected in the first place. Cover photo courtesy DOD. 6 8 10 12 48 52 54 57 58 The View From Here Conferences Calendar Courses Calendar From the President The Heat is On EW 101 AOC News Index of Advertisers JED Quick Lookhttp://www.crows.org