Military-grade protocol bridging and multi-platform messaging gateways — connecting ATAK to any command and control network.
The Tactical Messaging C2 Bridge translates between ATAK's CoT (Cursor on Target) format and standard military message protocols, enabling seamless interoperability across coalition and joint force networks. Protocol adapters handle message parsing, validation, and format conversion in real-time.
| Protocol | Standard | Use Case | Direction |
|---|---|---|---|
| VMF | ACP 127 | NATO tactical messaging | Bidirectional |
| JVMF | MIL-STD-6017 | US joint forces | Bidirectional |
| Link 16/22 | STANAG 5516 | Tactical data link | Bidirectional |
| USMTF | MIL-STD-6040 | Formatted messages | Bidirectional |
| CoT | ATAK Native | TAK ecosystem | Native |
During NATO exercises, US forces using JVMF-equipped systems can share positions and orders with allied nations using VMF, while ATAK users see all forces in a unified common operating picture. The C2 Bridge handles protocol translation transparently, preserving critical metadata like force type, speed, and heading.
Bridge ATAK into your organization's existing communication platforms for unified messaging across tactical and enterprise channels. Send alerts, coordinate responses, and maintain situational awareness across all communication systems.
| Platform | Integration Type | Features | Encryption |
|---|---|---|---|
| Microsoft Teams | Bot API | Channel messaging, cards, notifications | Enterprise |
| Slack | Full API | Channels, DMs, attachments, blocks | Enterprise |
| Telegram | Bot API | Groups, channels, inline queries | MTProto |
| Signal | Gateway | Secure messaging gateway | E2E |
| Business API | Business messaging | E2E | |
| XMPP/Jabber | Smack Library | MUC, pub/sub, file transfer | TLS/OTR |
On-device AI capabilities extend to messaging workflows, enabling hands-free operation and cross-language coordination.
A border security operation uses Teams for headquarters coordination, Telegram for field agents, and ATAK for tactical teams. When an alert is generated in ATAK, the gateway automatically posts to the appropriate Teams channel and sends a Telegram notification to field units — all coordinated through a single unified messaging pipeline.
Configure intelligent routing rules to determine which messages go where, with format transformation for cross-platform compatibility.