ATAK Overview
Android Team Awareness Kit
ATAK (Android Team Awareness Kit) is a tactical Command & Control (C2) and Situational Awareness (SA) platform designed for real-time field operations.
It enables teams, commanders, and operators to share a common operational picture across mobile devices, sensors, and command centers — even in challenging or degraded network environments.
What ATAK Does
Real-time Tactical Mapping
Displays friendly forces, vehicles, assets, and points of interest on a shared map.
Blue Force Tracking (BFT)
Tracks team members to improve coordination and reduce operational risk.
Field Data Communication
Exchange locations, messages, images, files, and mission data.
Sensor & Video Integration
Connects to drones, RTSP cameras, and field sensors.
Plugin-Based Architecture
Extend functionality based on mission requirements (UAS, routing, GRG, sensors).
ATAK Is More Than an App
ATAK operates as part of a broader system architecture, typically involving:
TAK Server
On-premise or cloud
Secure Network
Cellular, Wi-Fi, Radio, LoRa, Mesh
Gateways & Relays
Non-IP or degraded networks
Proper network, security, and data-flow design is essential for reliable operation.
Who Uses ATAK
Military and security organizations
Emergency response and disaster management teams
Critical infrastructure operators
Professional field operations requiring real-time coordination
In Short
ATAK provides shared situational awareness by integrating people, maps, and sensors into a single operational view — enabling faster, more informed decisions in the field.
