I much prefer a STRYKER vehicle myself, but there are many to choose from....

Just thought you might like to know that my 2nd HYBRID and V1 are being "tested".

http://i1173.photobucket.com/albums/r592/kc7zwg/6e4c9055.jpg

No, I am not a soldier, but I work closely with them.

"We" are testing it on a HUMVEE that is used only locally.

HYBRID and V1 only, on a modified adjustable mast mount.

This is not an official government sponsored test, yet.

It is on the vehicle now and I have been listening in closely to all communications.

HYBRID #45 is being used in the 30-50Mhz frequency range, and is deployed in

a Warrior field training event at this very moment.

I wouldn't expect any huge gov't. orders just yet, but it has already sparked some local interest.

Immediate questions are there any MIL spec or ISO certification?

I will get some pictures for you, after they have been deemed unclassified and approved.

For now we are just having a bit of fun with the HYBRID, the troops love it!

I did just sent you an email..

The HYBRID/V1 performed as well as any out there yesterday,

they did struggle with a patch cord for radio to antenna coaxial,

but it installed to the vehicle without any modification, the bottom

of the HYBRID fitting nicely and snug as if it were made for it.

The radio guys were asking a ton of questions, I directed them to your website

(maybe you should include business cards with purchases?)

Though I do not know exactly where my antennas have gone to at this time.

They had the vehicle checked back into the motor pool early yesterday, so this

morning I am attempting to reclaim my prize HYBRID .. lol

Cheers!

Yes,

The HYBRID gets glowing reviews despite not being a perfect fit to the vehicles,

they could easily be redesigned, or vehicles entry points could easily accomodate

the HYBRID, the only issue would be where the coaxial cable SO-239 is mounted

and the SO-239 itself would need to be replaced with the proper proprietary connector.

The NVIS function of the HYBRID and the 31ft wire was the WOW factor for Military use.

The V1, as explained to myself, being a two piece antenna would not be desirable

to use in the field.

One of the radio guys, that is helping me design and fabricate the Universal Manpack,

has indicated that he will be ordering some products from you for his personal HAM use

once everything calms down and he is sent to his PCS.

A Lt. Colonel pointed out that Chameleon Products would be perfect for Domestic Homeland-

Security Ops, such as Border Patrol, and use by Guard/Reserve for "Katrina" type ops, where

Hospitals and Police agencies could easily deploy the product rapidly to facilitate needed comms.

I was told that it could take 7 to 15 years of development and testing to get a new antenna product

into the hands of our warriors, then an additional 3 to 5 years of training before it could replace current

systems in use today..... on the other side of the coin.... Homeland Security, Police and other emergency

agencies could likely easily adopt new systems, and deploy them for field use nearly immediately.The only 

consideration would be the current economical state and budget cuts in nearly every organization.

Summary:

Pros:

HYBRID ease of deployment and NVIS capabilities.

HYBRID sealed containment of non servicable parts.

Chameleon Products Intuitive and Frequency Agile quick-up systems.

Cons:

V1 & MIL multi component not desirable for Military field use.

SO-239 not in Military use.

I did not get the opportunity to show them the one-piece V2, maybe next time?

I did however direct everyone interested to your website.

Carl,

You might want to see what your competition is up to

and the current direction of the US Armed Forces::

http://www.navysbir.com/06_s/95.htm

http://www.pharad.com/

http://www.signal.army.mil/ocos/ac/Edition,%20Winter/Winter%2001/HFIBCT.htm <official Army Signal website.

Cheers!