AGIS, a pioneer in defense technology innovation, has developed software for a Biometric Smartwatch that assures Commanders know the health of their personnel whether in Training or in Combat.
Jupiter, FL, United States, 19th Mar 2025 – AGIS, a pioneer in defense technology innovation, has developed software for a Biometric Smartwatch that assures Commanders know the health of their personnel whether in Training or in Combat.
The Nature of war has changed, and soldiers need to know UAV locations (Watch) and avoid RF targeting means that only transmitting when essential and leaving low-cost radios to deceive and dispersion of units but then need to know location of wounded.
Smartwatch Enables UAV Location data and the Soldier/Marine to be part of the COP
It is now evident that all personnel in battle need to be aware of the presence of hostile Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs) and the possibility of their being RF targeted when using radios. Therefore, the wearer communications equipment needs to be provided with a form of communication that both addresses the need to know when UAVs are in the area and provides a communications means that significantly reduces the probability of being RF targeted. The high level of artillery, UAV and missile attack is also dictating dispersion of personnel. At the same time, personnel need to know the locations of their dispersed unit members and be able to coordinate their activities.
The weight and limitation of chest-mounted Smartphone Command and Control is a hinderance and requires the user to stop standup and flip down the chest-mounted Smartphone to view the COP. Furthermore, the Smartphones and their associate batteries, headsets and cables both restrict and add weight to an already overburdened Solider/Marine. All this is not required if a Smartwatch is used to display the data. While a Smartphone may be appropriate for the Platoon leader or even the Squad leader, it probably is not appropriate for the Fire Team Leader or the Fire Teams members who need to fight and maneuver. a watch avoids these issues.
To address this issue AGIS has developed software that utilizes a communications-enabled Smartwatch that provides much of the capabilities of the Smartphone. The COP and other data is available by simply looking at your wrist. The AGIS LifeRing enabled Smartwatch can also take Biometric health readings of the wearer and notify the Command if the wearer is injured. The Biometric COP Smartwatch (BCS) receives and transmits MDDL communications and can selectively display the Air, Ground, Sea, Space COP on a map and, most importantly, the locations of friendly and hostile units, UAVs and aircraft near them. Additionally, the BCS supports Voice PTT, Chat and Emergency declarations with others on network and transmits the wearers’ location and biometric data to others when they are injured. The BCS software selectively displays the map, an integrated compass that is visible around the watch’s bezel. The BCS transmits its biometric data to the AGIS Server, which forwards the data to AGIS PCs, Smartphones, and other BCSs.
Commanders can now know the health of their personnel, whether in Training or in Combat, while Smartwatch wearers receive the COP on their wrist.
— Malcolm K. Beyer, Jr.
Real-Time Data Access: The C5ISR software enables military personnel to receive and analyze real-time operational data directly on their Smartwatches. This functionality enhances decision-making capabilities by providing instant access to vital information, including situational awareness, mission updates, and command directives.
Enhanced Communication: The integration supports secure, encrypted communications between soldiers, command centers, and allied forces. This ensures that all parties have access to the most accurate and timely information, fostering improved coordination and mission success.
Advanced Navigation: Equipped with sophisticated GPS and mapping technologies, the Smartwatch offers precise navigation and location tracking. This feature is crucial for coordinating movements and avoiding potential hazards in dynamic combat environments.
Intuitive Interface: Designed with user experience in mind, the Smartwatch interface is streamlined for ease of use under challenging conditions. Its rugged design ensures durability and reliability in extreme environments. The Smartwatch has the additional biometric capabilities of measuring Pulse, Oxygen Level, Diastolic and Systolic Blood Pressure and Body Temperature.
User-Friendly Interface: Designed with a focus on usability, the Smartwatch interface allows soldiers to easily access and understand their health data.
The rugged, durable design ensures reliability and performance even in the most demanding environments.
A Major Leap Forward in Military Technology:
“We are thrilled to introduce our C5ISR software for Smartwatches, a development that represents a significant advancement in military technology,” says Malcolm K. Beyer, Jr., CEO of AGIS. “Our goal is to provide military personnel with a powerful, portable tool that enhances operational efficiency and safety. By leveraging the latest in wearable technology, we are enabling a greater reach for command-and-control systems. This innovative solution not only improves the ability to monitor and respond to health issues in real-time but also enhances overall mission effectiveness by providing critical insights into the Joint COP with data from Link-16, Friendly and Hostile satellite overpass data, and other C5ISR data.”
The AGIS C5ISR software has undergone rigorous testing to ensure that it meets the highest standards of performance and reliability. Smartwatch integration is expected to greatly improve the speed and accuracy with which military operations are conducted, ultimately enhancing mission outcomes and augmenting personnel safety.
A New Era in Soldier Health Awareness and Operational Efficiency
Smartwatches are low cost, low SWAP, battery efficient, and easy to distribute to all personnel in a unit. AGIS’ C2 Smartwatch enables commanders other networked PC and Smartwatch users to view the physical health metrics of Pulse, Oxygen Level, Diastolic and Systolic Blood Pressure and Body Temperature information for the wearer and other networked PC and Smartwatch users to see.
The secure C5ISR Smartwatch can also view those in their immediate vicinity or a larger AGIS CJADC2 C5ISR Common Operational Picture (COP) in MIL STD 2525 format. The Smartwatch displays Friendly and Hostile data link tracks including Ground tracks (received from JVMF), Air tracks (received from Link-16) and Sea tracks (Received from OTH Gold) as well as Friendly and Hostile satellites over passing the area of operations. All data is transmitted and received from AGIS’ Server, which additionally enables the Smartwatch to be interoperable with ATAK.
The C5ISR Smartwatch has the following capabilities that enable it to communicate with others on the network: Incoming / Outgoing Chat, Must Comply Orders from Command where users have to respond with a HAVECO, WILLCO, or CANTCO, Push-to-Talk voice, Emergency Audible Alert Messaging, Biometric Health Monitoring, Integrated Bezel Compass, Digital Map of your area showing locations of friendly and hostile Ground, Air, and Sea tracks, sensor reports including AIS, ADS-B and Satellite, Cellular status, GPS status, and FCM (Firebase Cloud Messaging) for Worldwide Alert Messaging.
The AGIS C2 Smartwatch also can receive notifications from the commander’s PC (i.e., “Hostile attack at…”) even when the AGIS C2 Smartwatch app is not running. And be anywhere in the world and receive the alert.
To view the AGIS enabled C2 Smartwatch in action; go to: https://www.agisinc.com/videos/watch-702-3.mp4
Malcolm K. Beyer. Jr.
Advanced Ground Information Systems, Inc.
+1 561-744-3213
beyerm@agisinc.com
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