Special Forces: keeping the edge with Exail safe and resilient navigation solutions

For Special Forces, success on the ground depends on rapid, reliable, and furtive navigation, whether on land, at sea, or in the air. In environments where GNSS signals are unavailable or compromised, having a dependable navigation system is crucial. Exail inertial navigation systems provide these forces with the precision and resilience they need to complete their missions successfully, no matter the circumstances.

FOG technology: ensuring resilience against GNSS threats

One of the greatest strengths of Exail’s navigation systems is their ability to provide precise positioning even when GNSS signals are denied, jammed, or spoofed. The Advans Series inertial navigation systems (INS) integrate advanced Fiber Optic Gyroscope (FOG) technology, a key factor in their resilience. This is especially crucial for Special Forces, who often operate in environments where adversaries deploy electronic warfare to disrupt GNSS signals.

FOG technology measures rotation rates using optical waves traveling through a fiber-optic coil, leveraging the principles of light propagation. As solid-state gyroscopes, FOGs surpass the limitations of traditional technologies, offering exceptional durability, reliability, power efficiency, and silent operation. Most importantly, they enable autonomous navigation by continuously updating inertial measurements using internal sensors, ensuring accurate position, velocity, and heading data without relying on GNSS signals.

In the field, Advans Series systems achieve a horizontal position accuracy of up to 0.1% DT (Distance Traveled) and maintain an azimuth accuracy of up to 0.5 mil without GNSS. This level of precision is critical for forces operating in hostile or electronically contested environments, where traditional navigation methods may fail.

Lightweight, compact, and rugged design

Special Forces require lightweight, compact equipment that won’t hinder mobility. Weighing only between 3.8 kg and 5 kg, Advans Series systems integrate seamlessly into operators' gear while maintaining high performance. Engineered to withstand extreme conditions, from freezing temperatures to high humidity and intense shock, these rugged units ensure reliable operation in the harshest environments. Additionally, their low power consumption enables extended mission durations without concerns about battery life, providing Special Forces with the endurance they need in the field.

Covert and reliable performance across all platforms

Exail navigation solutions deliver exceptional performance across diverse platforms, ensuring precision and reliability in any environment. Whether mounted on a quad, buggy, snowmobile, 4x4, or armored vehicle, the Advans Series enhances land-based operations without compromising stealth. Engineered for discretion, these systems emit minimal electromagnetic signals, preserving the covert nature of Special Forces missions.

The Advans Series also excels in amphibious operations, delivering precise navigation for fast boats even in GNSS-denied environments. This is essential for units such as commandos and naval special forces, allowing them to reach their targets undetected with exceptional accuracy.

High-performance waterborne operations

For Special Forces operating on water, such as marine commandos, combat swimmers, or divers, accurate navigation is crucial for mission success. The Phins Compact Series INS, Exail’s range of highly compact systems for maritime operations, ensures continuous, precise navigation even on fast-moving boats or during submerged operations. With real-time, low-latency updates, it allows operators to make rapid decisions, navigate effectively in challenging conditions, and counter electronic warfare threats.

The Phins Compact is also optimized for use with UUVs (Uncrewed Underwater Vehicles) and unmanned surface vessels (USVs), providing reliable performance in GNSS-denied environments. Its resistance to GNSS interference is particularly valuable in contested waters, where adversaries may attempt to disrupt satellite signals. Its compact design makes it ideal for divers, swimmers, and smaller unmanned platforms, while still delivering dependable navigation for waterborne Special Forces operations.

Conclusion: precision, reliability, and resilience for every mission

Exail’s navigation systems, including the Advans Series and Phins Compact Series, provide Special Forces with the precise, high-performance tools necessary for operating in all environments. The combination of lightweight design, low power consumption, robust durability, and cutting-edge technology makes Exail the ideal partner for forces operating in the most demanding conditions. With the Advans Series on land and the Phins Compact Series on water, Exail ensures that Special Forces maintain the tactical advantage in any operation.