L3Harris Technologies’ Distributed Spectrum Collaboration and Operations (DiSCO) architecture has demonstrated its operational prowess during Talisman Sabre 2025, the largest bilateral military exercise between Australia and the United States. The system enabled Indo-Pacific forces to detect surface radars on marine vessels, showcasing its potential to revolutionise electronic warfare and data-driven decision-making.
During the exercise, L3Harris linked an aircraft with two Seasats Lightfish autonomous vessels equipped with electronic warfare payloads. These assets transmitted real-time data to a secure, cloud-based DiSCO platform, where it was analysed and transformed into actionable intelligence. This seamless integration of sensors, shooters, and computing resources provided exercise commanders with timely threat assessments and operational advantages.
“DiSCO gave the Talisman Sabre forces exercise commander timely threat intelligence and actionable information that helped identify high-priority surface targets and seize the tactical advantage,” said Ed Zoiss, President of Space and Airborne Systems at L3Harris. “This critical technology provided insight into real-world challenges culminating in DiSCO being lauded by numerous U.S. and coalition service leaders.”
Developed with internal investment, DiSCO connects diverse data sources through edge nodes and cloud applications, enabling live mission data analysis and electronic battle management. The system’s ability to fuse and process information from multiple domains highlights its potential to enhance situational awareness and operational effectiveness in complex environments.
The successful deployment of DiSCO during Talisman Sabre 2025 underscores the growing importance of data-centric warfare and collaborative technologies in modern military operations. As nations continue to invest in advanced electronic warfare capabilities, systems like DiSCO will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of defence and security.
This development also signals a broader trend in the defence industry, where cloud-based platforms and autonomous systems are increasingly integrated to provide real-time, actionable intelligence. The success of DiSCO could spur further innovation in data fusion and electronic warfare, driving the sector towards more interconnected and responsive military solutions. As geopolitical tensions rise, the demand for such technologies is likely to grow, positioning companies like L3Harris at the forefront of this evolution.