Defence
Solving complex technology challenges for government, defence primes & armed forces
Delivering UK sovereign defence solutions from research to deployable systems
With 35+ years experience in RF, sensing, AI, machine learning and alt-PNT, Plextek works closely with UK government agencies and NATO defence contractors to develop solutions in areas spanning radar, GPS-denied navigation, communications in contested environments, autonomous systems, decision support and EW payloads for uncrewed air systems.Â
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Trust and Confidence
Our heritage as a customer friend and technology partner enables government agencies, defence suppliers and military stakeholders to have trust and confidence in Plextek to deliver leading-edge solutions.
RF and communications specialists at Plextek ensure you receive an impartial view of any technology assessment or development programme placed with them. Plextek understands the customer need for leveraging capabilities in R&D, exploiting existing technology enabling platforms and delivering deployable system solutions to ensure product differentiation and leading disruptive capability.
Delivering expertise through each Technology Readiness Level (TRL)
Applied Research
In the defence sector, Plextek excels at low TRL applied research, to underpin future innovation.
We combine technical expertise with a vision for future-ready defence, offering actionable research that informs the development of cutting-edge capabilities.
- Expert Analysis
Our team provides expert assessments of new technologies, ensuring they’re viable for defence applications.
- Engineered Solutions
We deliver bespoke solutions, drawing on deep technical knowledge and cross-sector engineering experience.
- Strategic Partnerships
Collaborating closely with defence stakeholders, we shape our research to meet specific strategic needs.
As a member of the East of England Regional Defence and Security Cluster, Plextek actively contributes to strengthening the region’s defence innovation ecosystem.Â
Technology Demonstrators
Technology implementation
For mid TRL technology implementation, we focus on creating platforms and demonstrators that bridge the gap between theoretical research and real-world application.
We act as a catalyst in technology demonstration: enabling our partners to experiment with and refine their innovations.Â
Prototyping and Validation
We develop robust prototypes integrating essential functionalities of new technologies, geared for thorough testing and validation. This precise method guarantees superior reliability and performance, ensuring readiness for widescale roll-out.Â
Scalable Solutions
Our approach ensures that every technology demonstrator is scalable, capable of transitioning seamlessly from experimental setups to full-scale deployment.Â
Integration Expertise
With a deep understanding of complex system integrations, Plextek ensures that new technologies can be seamlessly embedded within existing frameworks, enhancing rather than disrupting established operations.Â
Custom-Built Platforms
Every demonstrator is tailored to the specific requirements and strategic objectives of our clients.Â
Design & Supply Partner
As your high TRL Design & Supply Partner, we provide comprehensive outsourcing for engineering, design, and supply:
Complete Engineering Services:
From concept to delivery, we offer end-to-end solutions tailored to your product’s lifecycle.Â
Design Authority:
As your design authority, we ensure your product meets all technical, quality, and regulatory standards.Â
Efficient Supply Chain:
Our agile supply chain strategy guarantees the swift and effective market entry of your product.Â
Collaborative Partnerships:
We engage in deep, collaborative B2B relationships, aligning our innovative approach with your product ambitions.
GPS-Denied Navigation
Plextek has developed a suite of alternative navigation (Alt-Nav) technologies that provide reliable navigation solutions when GNSS is degraded or denied
Radar Technologies
Discover how these innovations in Ubiquitous Radar, Terrain Reference Navigation (TRN), and our configurable mmWave platform can enhance operational safety, efficiency, and security in defence applications
Electromagnetic Warfare
Providing RF expertise and electromagnetic warfare solutions for defence applications in contested environments
Addressing GNSS Spoofing
Plextek’s data fusion technology helps maritime vessels maintain navigation accuracy during increasing GNSS spoofing attacks
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Projects
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Autonomous Radar Networks for Critical Infrastructure Security
Our mmWave radar sensors integrated with AI-driven command and control to deliver autonomous, cost-effective security monitoring for UK nuclear decommissioning sites.
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Integrated Sensing and Communication for FMCW Radar
Award winning frequency-hopping technique that embeds communication data into FMCW radar waveforms, enabling simultaneous sensing and data transmission from a single system.
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Using AI to Detect and Classify RF Signals in a Congested Environment
Developing AI-based RF signal classification systems, from algorithm development through to embedded real-time processing solutions
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Optimising Radar Training with Machine-Assisted Machine Learning
See how Plextek is optimising radar training using automating data labelling & machine-assisted machine learning
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Machine Learning for Rapid Propagation Assessment
Developing a groundbreaking ML model for swift and efficient coverage prediction in complex urban environments, enabling rapid optimisation of transmitter locations on standard computing hardware.
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