Lockheed Martin Unveils Cutting-Edge AN/TPQ-53 System for Enhanced Border Protection
Lockheed Martin has effectively merged its AN/TPQ-53 multi-role radar (MMR) with the Joint Task Force – Southern Border (JTF-SB) command and control systems in an active operational setting, bolstering U.S. Northern Command’s (USNORTHCOM) southern border initiatives.
The AN/TPQ-53 MMR’s open architecture framework facilitates effortless integration with a multitude of sensors and systems, delivering a cohesive operational overview. This adaptability empowers the system to rapidly incorporate new features and advanced software, guaranteeing that service personnel possess the essential tools to tackle emerging threats before they evolve.
“The successful integration of the AN/TPQ-53 MMR into the southern border deployment illustrates the strength of collaboration between the private sector, government entities such as the Department of Defense’s Chief Digital and Artificial Intelligence Office, and end-users in addressing intricate challenges,” stated Rick Cordaro, Lockheed Martin’s vice president and general manager of Radar Sensors and Systems. “The AN/TPQ-53 MMR’s established performance and dependability have earned it a status as a reliable asset, and its open architecture design guarantees it will remain an integral part of USNORTHCOM’s efforts to closely collaborate with Customs and Border Protection to safeguard the southern border.”
The USNORTHCOM southern border initiative necessitates the capability to identify and monitor diverse threats, ranging from aerial to terrestrial dangers. The AN/TPQ-53 MMR is engineered to meet this requirement, featuring quick and accurate 360-degree scanning that can be activated in under five minutes. The system detects imminent threats, such as unmanned aerial vehicles, enabling service members to rapidly recognize and respond with agility.
This integration with the JTF-SB follows recent demonstrations, Northern Strike and Desert Guardian 1.0, which underscore the AN/TPQ-53’s capacity to swiftly implement software enhancements and address urgent national security demands.
