Sagem (Safran) is showing a wide range of innovative solutions at the DSEI 2013 defense and security exhibition, designed to meet the most demanding requirements of air, land and naval forces in terms of intelligence, surveillance, protection, engagement, precision strikes, and asymmetrical combat.
Sagem's stand focuses on several different areas: navigation, optronic systems for armored vehicles and warships, integrated warfighter systems, portable optronics, tactical drone systems, missile seekers.
Several Sagem products will be making their debut at DSEI 2013:
JIM LR II and JIM UC multifunction infrared binoculars. Based on the same modular architecture, the JIM LR II (Long Range, second generation) and JIM UC (Uncooled) infrared binoculars feature day/night sensors, rangefinder, laser pointer, compass, GPS and data transmission. Drawing on the latest innovations, Sagem has added new functions to the JIM family: day/night image fusion, integrated image/video recording and improved image processing, and a new long-range laser pointer.
For support units, JIM LR II and JIM UC can be connected to a DHY-307 LW laser illuminator (Cilas), a Sterna star seeker (Vectronix AG), a new Instro Ltd. operating terminal, and the AFS sniper system (Apexo). JIM LR II binoculars are combat-proven, and have been chosen by several NATO countries (Denmark, USA, France, United Kingdom, Poland,…). More than 5,000 JIM LR units are in service or on order.
Warfighter system. Sagem is offering a modernized warfighter system that calls on its experience with the FELIN soldier modernization program, including operating feedback and improved technologies. The highly integrated C4I system features a latest-generation IP MANET radio and a smaller and more intuitive C2 system. Its open architecture facilitates the incorporation of new equipment, such as binoculars or weapon-mounted scopes, and new C2 applications.
Sagem is submitting a system proposal for the Smart Vest program (Benelux countries) and the ISSP program in Canada. Through its Swiss subsidiary Vectronix AG, Sagem is participating in the British infantry modernization program, FIST.
Patroller – long-endurance intelligence and surveillance drone. Based on the EASA-certified 1-ton class Stemme S15 airframe, Sagem's Patroller is an off-the-shelf drone system offering endurance of more than 20 hours. Flight tests in France and desert environments in 2013 showed the drone's ability to operate a multi-sensor payload (up to 250 kg), including the Sagem Euroflir optronic system coupled to a pod-mounted Comint electronic warfare sensor and an AIS receiver to monitor maritime traffic. The Patroller is operated from a tactical ground segment in compliance with NATO interoperability standards concerning shared intelligence.
Missile seekers and guidance. Involved in various joint French-British programs, Sagem is showcasing the infrared seeker for the upcoming MBDA FASGW (H)/ANL naval missile. Sagem also develops the bimode seeker (infrared and daytime channel) for the future land-based MMT missile being developed by MBDA as prime contractor. This new generation of seekers is based on an uncooled infrared array, allowing a simpler, more reliable architecture. Reflecting its dynamic emphasis on innovation, Sagem is also developing a new inertial navigation solution for tomorrow's tactical missiles, based on high-performance vibrating gyros.