Nouvelle Alexandrian Cyber-Electromagnetic Activities Visualization System
The Nouvelle Alexandrian Cyber-Electromagnetic Activities Visualization System (NACAVS), also known as "CyberSpectrumMax", is a state-of-the-art electronic warfare visualization software developed by the Federation of Nouvelle Alexandrie in partnership with Sarbanes-Lopez CyberSecurity, Javelin Industries, and Neridia Defense Industries.
NACAVS is designed to provide troops with a comprehensive overview of real-time electronic-warfare scenarios, including jamming or spoofing, and the means to respond or navigate them. The application suite, typically displayed on a laptop, gathers information from sensors and presents it in an interactive map format for easy comprehension. The goal for the Federal Forces of Nouvelle Alexandrie is for NACAVS to connect to other electronic-warfare platforms and systems, allowing for remote attacks or support.
After one year of secret pre-development and research, the Department of Defense announced the program in 1716 AN. The system is currently in development and will undergo detailed testing before expected deployment in the Federal Forces of Nouvelle Alexandrie by early to mid 1719 AN.
Design and features
NACAVS is designed to enhance the ability of the maneuver commander’s cyber-electromagnetic activities (CEMA) element to plan, coordinate, and synchronize electronic warfare (EW), spectrum management (SM), and cyber operations (CO). The software is delivered through six capability drops (CD) that are aimed at improving the situational awareness, decision-making, and operational effectiveness of military forces in the field.
The NACAVS system is integrated with several key command and control systems, which allows for real-time data collection and analysis, as well as the coordination of defensive electronic attack and cyber situational awareness operations. This interconnection enables military forces to effectively operate in a complex and rapidly changing electronic battlefield.
One of the key features of NACAVS is its advanced data visualization and mapping capabilities, which allow military planners and decision-makers to quickly and easily understand the electronic battlefield. The software provides real-time situation awareness by incorporating data from multiple sources, including electronic support measures, cyber operations, and electronic attack. This information can be displayed on a user-friendly interface that allows users to visualize and understand the electronic environment in real-time.
Another critical aspect of NACAVS is its ability to automate many of the complex and time-consuming processes involved in electronic warfare, including the coordination of multiple EW assets, the synchronization of operations, and the management of electronic attack operations. This reduces the workload on military personnel and enables them to focus on more critical tasks, such as the planning and execution of operations.
Testing and development
NACAVS will undergo an extensive testing process to ensure its functionality and reliability before it is officially deployed for use. The development of NACAVS is a collaborative effort between the National Research and Development Corporation, Sarbanes-Lopez CyberSecurity, Javelin Industries, and Neridia Defense Industries, involving a significant investment of time, resources, and expertise.
The testing process of NACAVS is divided into several stages, each designed to evaluate different aspects of the system. The first stage of the testing process involves laboratory testing, where the system is put through a series of rigorous functional and performance tests to validate its capabilities and performance under controlled conditions. This stage also includes security testing, to ensure the system is secure and immune to hacking, electromagnetic pulses, and other cyber threats.
The second stage of the testing process is field testing, where the system is deployed in realistic scenarios to evaluate its performance under real-world conditions. The field testing stage is particularly important as it provides the opportunity to assess the system's usability and efficiency in real-world situations. The field tests also allow the development team to collect feedback from users and make any necessary modifications to the system.
The final stage of the testing process is the operational testing stage, where the system is integrated into the military's operational environment and put through a series of operational exercises. This stage is designed to evaluate the system's ability to function as part of a larger system, and to assess its overall operational effectiveness.
Timeline
The announced timeline of the project is as follows:
- 1715 AN: Pre-development and research for NACAVS begins. Teams from Javelin Industries, Neridia Defense Industries, and the Federation of Nouvelle Alexandrie work together to assess the current state of the market and determine the requirements for a comprehensive cyber-electromagnetic activities visualization system.
- 1716 AN: Announcement of NACAVS program. Nouvelle Alexandrie officially announces its partnership with Javelin Industries and Neridia Defense Industries to develop a cutting-edge electronic-warfare visualization software.
- Late 1716 AN - Early 1717 AN: Development of NACAVS begins. Teams of engineers, software developers, and military experts work tirelessly to design and build the system, ensuring that it meets the strict requirements and standards set by the Federation of Nouvelle Alexandrie's Department of Defense.
- Mid-1717 AN: Initial testing of NACAVS. The first phase of testing involves the integration of the system into the existing command post computing environment, followed by the testing of its multi-function electronic warfare and defensive electronic attack capabilities. The testing process is conducted in a controlled laboratory environment to ensure that the system functions as intended. Testing of nodal units facilitating interface between NACAVS and the Panopticon Nexus requested by Raspur Pact technologists.
- Late 1717 AN: Field testing of NACAVS. The system is subjected to real-world scenarios and conditions in a field testing environment, providing valuable insights into the system's performance and functionality. This phase of testing also includes the integration of cyber situational awareness capabilities.
- Early 1718 AN: Final testing and evaluation of NACAVS. The system undergoes a final round of rigorous testing and evaluation to ensure that it is ready for deployment. The results of the testing process are analyzed, and any necessary adjustments are made to the system.
- Mid-1718 AN to Early 1719 AN: Deployment of NACAVS. The Nouvelle Alexandrian Cyber-Electromagnetic Activities Visualization System is officially deployed to the Federal Forces of Nouvelle Alexandrie and to the Raspur Pact.
The ambition of the timeline has elicited concerns from legislators in Nouvelle Alexandrie, pointing out that it finds its time and budget forecasts to be "too optimistic".
