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September 18, 2025

Steerable Beam Antenna (SBA) in Naval Operations

Modern naval operations take place across multiple domains — on land, at and below the surface of the sea, in the air, and increasingly in the cyber and information environment.

Steerable Beam Antenna (SBA) in Naval Operations

Modern naval operations take place across multiple domains — on land, in the air, and increasingly in the cyber and information environment. Success depends not only on the capabilities of naval forces but also on close coordination with the Army, Air Force, and allied partners. Effective execution across these domains requires robust, flexible, and resilient communication systems.

The Steerable Beam Antenna (SBA) is a next-generation antenna that reinforces these demands. Unlike traditional mechanically steered antennas, the SBA employs electronic beam steering with no moving parts. This allows for extremely fast beam steering, adaptive radiation patterns, and seamless 360° connectivity using a single radio. By dynamically optimizing broadcast parameters to match the counter-station, the SBA ensures high-gain communication links while suppressing interference and unwanted signals.


In naval environments, the SBA provides a decisive edge by supporting secure, resilient, and adaptable communications across the fleet.

Key benefits using Steerable Beam Antenna (SBA):

· Better situational awareness.

· More precise surveillance picture.

· Faster throughput for ships and base stations.

· 360° connectivity through a single radio.

· Longer link length.

· Different kind of beam modes (narrow, wide and omni) and TX-power are controlled by radio.

· Better LPI/LPD detect or intercept transmission.

· Better transmissions quality through advanced SDR radios.

· Antenna can detect and/ or jam UAS/UAV or other transmission.

By combining SBA technology with software-defined radios (SDR), navies gain unmatched flexibility and performance. Tactical units at sea can access intelligence from reconnaissance platforms, and airborne radars in real time. Commanders receive a more accurate and timely intelligence picture, which translates into improved operational effectiveness.

The proven SBA family, when integrated into naval communication suites, delivers:

· Seamless interoperability across joint and coalition forces.

· Enhanced information dominance in multi-domain operations.

· Future-proof adaptability through software-based upgrades.

The Steerable Beam Antenna represents a significant advancement in naval communications and electronic warfare. By enabling fast, secure, and adaptive links, Alaris COJOT SBA technology enhances situational awareness, operational coordination, and survivability in the increasingly contested maritime environment.

Our SBA Product range includes:

  1. SBA2456DB
  2. SBA3438B-DP
  3. SBA2456XDB
  4. SBA1327B
  5. SBA4450B
  6. SBA4450B-DP
  7. SBA2456DB-LP
  8. SBA2456DB-S
  9. SBA2456DB-90
  10. SBA2025B
  11. SBA4450XB
  12. SBA1327BS
  13. SBA2025B-DP


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