Lockheed Martin is introducing a new family of modular technologies intended to make missile systems more flexible and adaptable across different missions. The initiative is centered on Strigo, a suite of next-generation radio-frequency sensors, datalinks and seeker technologies developed around a common architecture.
The shared architecture is designed to allow different technologies to be reconfigured for changing operational requirements. Instead of developing completely separate solutions for every mission, the modular approach can provide a common technological foundation that can be adapted for different applications.
Potential missions for the Strigo family include air defence, missile defence and air-to-surface engagements. These missions can require different sensing, communication and targeting capabilities. A modular architecture can therefore provide greater flexibility by allowing relevant components to be adjusted or combined according to the intended role.
Radio-frequency sensors and seeker technologies are particularly important to modern missile systems because they contribute to the detection, tracking and engagement of targets. Datalinks can also support communication and information exchange, helping systems operate as part of broader networks.
Lockheed Martin’s approach reflects the wider defence industry trend toward modular and software-driven technologies. Modern military operations can change quickly, and armed forces increasingly require systems that can adapt rather than remain tied to a single mission.
By developing Strigo around a common architecture, Lockheed Martin is seeking to make missile technologies more reusable across multiple applications. This could allow future systems to share components, interfaces and underlying technologies while being configured for different operational requirements.
The concept is intended to improve flexibility while supporting a broader family of missile capabilities. Rather than treating each mission as a completely separate development effort, the common architecture provides a foundation that can be modified as requirements evolve. This approach could become increasingly relevant as air and missile defence challenges continue to develop.
