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Power Amplifier Solutions For Counter UAS

Empower RF offers a full line of basic function and smart function module level building blocks for customers who integrate power amplifiers into their C-UAS systems.

Commercial drones represent a rapidly growing, low-cost, high-reward surveillance and attack threat to military and civilian personnel and infrastructure. 

Countering UAS (C-UAS) consists of three subsystems: detecting, identifying, and defeating the drone threat.

Defeating the drone(s) requires either a kinetic response, directed energy response or an electromagnetic response.

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Empower RF Systems amplifiers are used in the defeat role of drone threats using electromagnetic response.

→ Jamming the communications links between operator and the aircraft
→ Jamming its GPS link
→ Spoofing/take over solution

Empower supplies RF and microwave amplifiers for many deployed C-UAS and C-sUAS systems:

→ Dismounted/Handheld Systems
→ Fixed/Semi-Fixed Systems
→ Mounted/Mobile Systems

Empower RF is highly experienced in the design and development of high power amplifier modules and systems for C-UAS and more broadly, EW.

SKU 1124

counter uas 1124
  • 20-1000 MHz
  • 30 Watt
  • 44 dB
  • 28 VDC
  • 6.4 x 3.4 x 1.1”
  • SKU 1100

    counter uas 1100
    • 20-1000 MHz
    • 80 Watt
    • 49 dB
    • 28 VDC
    • 6.4 x 3.4 x 1.1”

    SKU 1189

    counter uas 1189
    • 500-2500 MHz
    • 100 Watt
    • 50 dB
    • 28 VDC
    • 7.4 x 3.6 x 1.06”

    SKU 1211

    counter uas 1211
    • 500-2500 MHz
    • 100 Watt
    • 57 dB
    • 48 VDC
    • 7.0 x 4.0 x 1.1”

    SKU 1197

    counter uas 1197
    • 2000-6000 MHz
    • 50 Watt
    • 61 dB
    • 48 VDC
    • 7.0 x 4.0 x 1.1”

    SKU 1212

    counter uas 1212
    • 500-2500 MHz
    • 100 Watt
    • 50 dB
    • 28 VDC
    • 7.4 x 3.6 x 1.06”

    Why Choose Empower?

    → Demonstrated Reliability
    → Tactically Proven, Fielded Products
    → High Volume Capabilities
    → Very Large COTS Selection
    → Customization Available

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    About Empower

    Founded in 1999, Empower RF Systems is a global leader in power amplifier solutions that are critical to defense, commercial, and industrial market applications.

    With origins in the design of broadband and band-specific solid state power amplifiers, Empower continues to advance the science of RF power amplification to produce rugged, power efficient, and cost-effective solutions. It is Empower’s priority to design and deliver high quality, innovative products which address customer systems and business requirements.

    Operating globally and continuing to expand technology resources, Empower RF has been awarded patents on amplifier design techniques and assembly methods. Their customer base includes market leading OEMs, government agencies, and academic institutions with an array of demanding performance requirements.

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    Isaac was born and raised in Plano, TX. After graduating cum laude from Texas A&M University with a Bachelors in Industrial Distribution, Isaac is now conveniently located in the VMA Plano office. Isaac is known for having an extensive work history, a positive attitude, and proactive work ethic. He is driven by curiosity, competition, and the thrill of seeing everyone succeed. Outside of the office, Isaac enjoys quality time with his family, going to the gym, playing with his 2 dogs, nerding out over tv shows, and playing/watching competitive sports – mostly Basketball.

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    Taylor is a Texas native, and grew up in the small town of Boerne, Texas.  He attended Texas A&M University, where earned his bachelor’s degree in Engineering.  After college he was recruited by a Manufacturer’s Rep Firm, where he spent the first 7 years of his career. Initially hired on as an inside salesperson, Taylor quickly accelerated within the organization and expanded into various other roles such as Distribution Manager, and Field Sales Engineer.  Taylor then spent the following 7 years working for an electronic component distributor named Electro Enterprises that almost exclusively supported the mil/aero market.

    Taylor worked as a Field Sales Engineer supporting the Texas, Utah and New Mexico territory, Product Manager, as well as Director or Business Development where he managed a team of 10 Field Sales Professionals across the entire United States.  Gathering from his previous experiences, Taylor has now taken on the role of Field Sales Engineer with Vic Myers supporting the Texas, Oklahoma, Louisiana, and Arkansas territory.  Outside of the office you will usually find Taylor either spending time with his wife and two young children, or out on the lake bass fishing.

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    Richard has a deep passion for building relationships with his clients and principals, and supporting them to problem solve and develop innovative solutions. Outside of the office, Richard can be found volunteering as a mentor and coach of high school students at his church, running and hiking the extensive trails of Arizona, and spending time with his wife, 2 boys, 2 girls, and 2 grandkids. Richard is located in our Arizona office.

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    Sales Administration
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    Tarin was born and raised in Wisconsin, graduated from the University of Wisconsin-Stout and received a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration. Prior to Vic Myers she worked in the hospitality industry 20+ years as a Sales Analyst/Administrator.

    In her spare time, Tarin enjoys spending time with her family, traveling to historical sites throughout the United States, reading, going to movies and concerts. On the weekends you will find Tarin at her nephews’ band concerts and baseball games. In addition, music and dance have been a part of her life with musical contrasting influences ranging from Prince to Olivia Newton-John.  Tarin is located in our Arizona office.