Mode S

As air traffic grew in the 1970s, keeping track of the skies became increasingly difficult. To help clear up the picture, Lincoln Laboratory devised a new radar system, called Mode S, that could allow air traffic controllers to pinpoint the position of specific aircraft. Now, practically every passenger jet in the world is equipped with Mode S, ensuring safety and efficiency in our modern age of air travel.
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MIT Lincoln Laboratory, founded in 1951, applies advanced technology to problems of national security. Research and development activities focus on long-term technology development as well as rapid system prototyping and demonstration. The Laboratory works with industry to transition new concepts and technology for system development and deployment.
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