ENWV Endwave Corp. (MM)

Company Strengthens Partnership With L-3 SafeView SUNNYVALE, Calif., Aug. 1 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Endwave Corporation (NASDAQ:ENWV), a leading provider of high-frequency RF modules for telecommunications networks, defense electronics and homeland security systems, today announced an agreement with L-3 Communications SafeView (L-3 SafeView) to manufacture the complete RF system for their SafeScout(TM) portal scanner used in a variety of security applications. Endwave is fully integrating and testing the active RF subsystems which form the vertical electronic scanning array (or RF mast) for SafeScout. Once assembled into the mechanical housing, each RF mast rotates 180 degrees around a person standing in the portal, providing a full 360 degree scan of the body within a matter of seconds. These masts incorporate a full suite of Endwave switch arrays and transceivers, along with the associated cabling and surrounding framework that holds the scanning antennas onto each side of the portal. Endwave has been supplying the individual transceiver and switch array modules for integration by L-3 SafeView, but this is the first time the company has delivered fully integrated and final tested masts which form the entire millimeter-wave system within SafeView's advanced portal scanner. SafeScout is deployed at security checkpoints in the U.S., Middle East, Asia and Europe for the detection of explosives, weapons and contraband. "SafeView's selection of Endwave as their RF system integrator is an indication of our enhanced capability in providing system-level multi-function assemblies to our customers," said Ed Keible, Chief Executive Officer and President of Endwave Corporation. "Endwave has continually demonstrated proficiency in both millimeter-wave design and in low-cost manufacturing that has been critical to SafeView's progress," said Rick Rowe, President of L-3 SafeView. "As the mast integration, troubleshooting, and final test all require millimeter-wave expertise, Endwave was an obvious choice for this critical outsourcing selection," added Rowe. About Endwave Endwave Corporation designs, manufactures, and markets RF modules that enable the transmission, reception and processing of high-frequency signals in telecommunications networks, defense electronics and homeland security systems. Our RF modules are typically used in high-frequency applications and include integrated transceivers, amplifiers, synthesizers, oscillators, up and down converters, frequency multipliers and microwave switch arrays. Endwave has 39 issued patents covering its core technologies including semiconductor and proprietary circuit designs. Endwave Corporation is headquartered in Sunnyvale, CA, with operations in Diamond Springs, CA; Andover, MA; and Chiang Mai, Thailand. Additional information about the company can be accessed from the company's web site at http://www.endwave.com/ . About L-3 Communications SafeView, Inc. Headquartered in Santa Clara, CA, L-3 SafeView develops and manufactures non-invasive security systems and portals for military and public safety use, including airports. SafeView's patented low power active millimeter wave technology (MMW) unobtrusively detects objects of concern such as weapons, explosives, plastics, ceramics and metals by scanning the body and creating 3- D images of concealed contraband. The company's Scout Personnel Screening System has been deployed around the world and is currently used to secure soldiers and workers in Iraq's Green Zone. SafeView's patented active MMW technology was developed at the U.S. Department of Energy's Pacific Northwest National Lab, with additional research and development support provided by the TSA and the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). About L-3 Communications Headquartered in New York City, L-3 Communications is a leading provider of Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance (ISR) systems, secure communications systems, aircraft modernization, training and government services. The company is a leading merchant supplier of a broad array of high technology products, including guidance and navigation, sensors, scanners, fuzes, data links, propulsion systems, simulators, avionics, electro optics, satellite communications, electrical power equipment, encryption, signal intelligence, antennas and microwave components. L-3 also supports a variety of Homeland Security initiatives with products and services. Its customers include the Department of Defense, Department of Homeland Security, selected U.S. Government intelligence agencies and aerospace prime contractors. "Safe Harbor" Statement under the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995: This press release may contain forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Federal securities laws and is subject to the safe harbor created thereby. Any statements contained in this press release that are not statements of historical fact may be deemed to be forward-looking statements. Words such as "plans," "intends," "expects," "believes" and similar expressions are intended to identify these forward-looking statements. Information contained in forward-looking statements is based on current expectations and is subject to change. Actual results could differ materially from the forward-looking statements due to many factors, including the following: our suppliers' abilities to deliver raw materials to our specifications and on time; our successful implementation of next-generation programs, including inventory transitions; our reliance on third-party manufacturers and semiconductor foundries; component, design or manufacturing defects in our products; and our dependence on key personnel. Forward-looking statements contained in this press release should be considered in light of these factors and those factors discussed from time to time in Endwave's public reports filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission, such as those discussed under "Risk Factors" in Endwave's most recent annual report on Form 10-K. Endwave does not undertake any obligation to update such forward- looking statements. Contact: Mary McGowan of Summit IR Group Inc., +1-408-404-5401, or , for Endwave Corporation. DATASOURCE: Endwave Corporation CONTACT: Mary McGowan of Summit IR Group Inc., +1-408-404-5401, or , for Endwave Corporation Web site: http://www.endwave.com/

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