Radiant: Intelligent Antenna Modeling for the Modern Operator

Radiant is a new software environment built to modernize how antenna analysis and propagation planning are done. Based on the NEC5 electromagnetic modeling engine, Radiant transforms decades of proven research into a clean, cross-platform interface designed for today’s operators and engineers. Instead of requiring specialized scripts or legacy systems, Radiant provides intuitive tools to visualize and predict antenna performance in real time. Users can model field-deployable wire antennas, fixed installations, or mobile configurations with precision—directly from any modern operating system.

Built for Practical Insight

Radiant’s focus is not academic simulation—it’s practical application. Every calculation and visualization is aimed at helping the user make informed, real-world decisions: where to place an antenna, how height and terrain affect propagation, and what configuration provides the best link for a specific goal. The software integrates GPS and terrain data to adapt modeling outputs to real geographic environments, producing results that mirror actual field performance. These insights allow operators to optimize setups before deployment, reducing trial-and-error in critical communication scenarios.

Vector Integration

When connected to the Vector AI system, Radiant becomes more than a modeling tool—it becomes an analytical engine that learns from results. Vector can process Radiant’s data to recommend antenna configurations, predict coverage gaps, and automatically apply parameters to active communication systems such as other Nexus or Manpack units. This collaboration turns modeling into automation: informed decisions executed in real time.

Cross-Platform, Operator-Focused

Radiant is being developed as a standalone, cross-platform application for both desktop and field use. Its interface is designed to simplify the complexity of antenna modeling without sacrificing technical depth. The result is a tool that bridges professional analysis and field practicality—powerful enough for engineers, intuitive enough for operators.

In Development

Radiant is currently under development, with its first release planned as part of the integrated Field Radio Systems ecosystem. The goal is to deliver the most accessible and capable antenna modeling environment available to civilian and tactical users alike. Radiant brings clarity to the unseen—transforming how we visualize, design, and deploy communication systems in the real world.