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Optimizing Military Radio Communications Through Real-Time Ionospheric Analysis and Automated Propagation Prediction: The Hf Predictor Romania Application Cover

Optimizing Military Radio Communications Through Real-Time Ionospheric Analysis and Automated Propagation Prediction: The Hf Predictor Romania Application

Open Access
|Jun 2026

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Figure no. 1:

System Operational Architecture: Integrated data fusion and decision logic flow for HF Predictor Romania (Source: Authors, AI-generated)

Figure no. 2:

The tactical configuration interface of HF Predictor Romania, illustrating the integration of live ionospheric data, solar indices, and tactical environment settings (Source: Authors, original application GUI)

Figure no. 3:

Geographical configuration of the analysed HF link. The 176.3 km great-circle propagation path is visualized on a topographic map to assess potential terrain-induced obstructions (In-app view of the integrated geographical context module) (Source: Authors, image generated using the Folium Python library. Map tiles by © OpenStreetMap contributors, OpenTopoMap, and Esri World Imagery)

Figure no. 4:

The results matrix of VOACAP simulation for the Dărmănești – Sângeorz-Băi HF radio link, providing an hour-by-hour assessment of propagation reliability and signal quality(Source: Authors, results of simulation by VOACAP engine)

Key Findings and Tactical Advantages of the HF Predictor Simulation-Example

MetricStandard Static VOACAPHF Predictor RomaniaOperational Significance
Data BasisHistorical Monthly MediansLive GIRO + NOAA FusionEliminates risk of planning on outdated atmospheric models.
Daytime Frequency Selection7.0 MHz5.3 MHz (Adjusted for foF2 drop)Prevents link failure due to skip-zone penetration or ionospheric penetration.
Power Output StrategyFixed 100 W (Default)Optimized to 15 W (LPI Module)~60% power-scale reduction; minimizes signature against enemy DF.
Operator Setup Time~5-10 Minutes (Manual data input)< 10 Seconds (Automated execution)Fast decision support in high-stakes tactical scenarios.
DOI: https://doi.org/10.2478/bsaft-2026-0009 | Journal eISSN: 3100-5098 | Journal ISSN: 3100-508X
Language: English
Page range: 126 - 134
Submitted on: Apr 15, 2026
Accepted on: May 19, 2026
Published on: Jun 24, 2026
In partnership with: Paradigm Publishing Services
Publication frequency: 2 issues per year

© 2026 Raul VĂDUVA, Simona MICLĂUŞ, published by Nicolae Balcescu Land Forces Academy
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