FORTITUDE™ Boosts Satellite and Radar Performance
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BALTIMORE, Oct. 02, 2026 /CourierPR/ -- Northrop Grumman has unveiled a revolutionary new technology called FORTITUDE™, designed to solve one of the most challenging problems in modern electronics: moving massive amounts of information quickly, cleanly, and reliably. The company’s FORTITUDE™ technology processes vast portions of the electromagnetic spectrum on a single, grain-of-rice-sized gallium nitride chip, marking a significant advancement in the field of microelectronics.
Previously known as the Super Lattice Castellated Field Effect Transistor, FORTITUDE™ builds on Northrop Grumman’s extensive research and development in microelectronics, replacing dozens of components and significantly reducing weight and power consumption. This innovative technology delivers three times more power and twenty times better signal quality, enhancing the performance of satellites, radar systems, GPS, electronic warfare, and future 6G systems.
The improved performance of FORTITUDE™ ensures that these systems can maintain clearer and more reliable connections, crucial for maintaining effective communication in today’s increasingly complex and demanding technological environment. By simplifying system architectures and opening up new opportunities for faster, more dependable communications across next-generation platforms, FORTITUDE™ is poised to revolutionize the way these systems operate.
Northrop Grumman’s FORTITUDE™ is built in the United States for both commercial and defense markets, ensuring the technology is available to a wide range of users. The company’s focus on simplifying system architectures and enhancing performance is expected to lead to significant cost savings and increased efficiency for end-users.
FORTITUDE™ represents a significant step forward in the field of microelectronics, and its introduction underscores Northrop Grumman’s ongoing commitment to developing cutting-edge technology solutions that meet the most demanding needs of modern systems. As the company continues to invest in and develop this technology, FORTITUDE™ is expected to play a crucial role in the future of electronics and communications.