Future Combat Systems Unmanned Ground Vehicle Systems Combat
Future Combat Systems Unmanned Ground Vehicle Systems Combat Vehicles Conference W. Alan Walls 8 September 2004 DISTRIBUTION STATEMENT D: Distribution authorized to the Department of Defense and U. S. Do. D contractors. This document contains technical data for Administrative or Operational Use. Date of Determination October 29, 2003. Other requests for this document shall be referred to the FCS Security Office at: Program Executive Office, Ground Combat Systems, ATTN: SFAE-GCS-FCS-WS / MS #515, 6501 East 11 Mile Road, Warren, MI 48397 -5000 Approved for Public Release, Distribution Unlimited, TACOM 7 Sept 2004, FCS Case 04 -087 12/20/2021 12: 15: 27 AM 1
Outline • Unmanned Ground Vehicles in the FCS Unit of Action – Purpose and Functions – Organizational Structure • UGV Concepts – Small Unmanned Ground Vehicle (SUGV) – Multi-Function Utility/Logistics/Equipment (MULE) Vehicles – Armed Robotic Vehicles (ARV) – Autonomous Navigation System (ANS) • Development Approach and Status Approved for Public Release, Distribution Unlimited, TACOM 7 Sept 2004, FCS Case 04 -087 12/20/2021 12: 15: 32 AM 2
How the UGV Contribute to the FCS Operational Concept • FCS equipped UAs implement the operational desire to: see first, understand act first, and finish decisively in a new way • The FCS operational concept features: – Seeing more accurately over greater distances using unmanned systems and sensors and integrating Joint assets – Battle Command systems that permit faster better understanding and decisions to act – Fire and maneuver capabilities featuring precision engagement at all ranges to finish decisively • FCS UGV’s support all of these functions: – “Provide the eyes” to support to BLOS and LOS fires and overwatch to enable rapid movement – Enhance survivability and lethality by extending battlespace coverage and situational awareness – Provide the relays needed by the information and decision support network UGVs provide the commander a valuable tool that increases mission performance, Force Protection and Survivability, while reducing logistical support and manning requirements. Approved for Public Release, Distribution Unlimited, TACOM 7 Sept 2004, FCS Case 04 -087 12/20/2021 12: 15: 34 AM 3
FCS UGV Systems MULE Vehicle Family ARV Variants Partner: Lockheed Martin Transport Partner: United Defense ARV- RSTA Countermine Air Assault ARV - Assault Small Unmanned Ground Vehicle Partner: i. Robot Autonomous Navigation System Partner: GD Robotic Systems 12/20/2021 12: 15: 38 AM Approved for Public Release, Distribution Unlimited, TACOM 7 Sept 2004, FCS Case 04 -087 4
Unit of Action Design UA All MGVs include ANS V HHC BIC FCS (Manned): ICV C 2 V R&SV MCS NLOS Mortar FCS Cannon FCS MV-Evac FCS MV-T FRMV FCS (Unmanned): ARV-RSTA ARV A (L) ARV-Assault MULE – Transport/Retrans NLOS LS SUGV MULE w/ GSTAMIDS Trucks/Trailers: HMMWV (C 2) HMMWV (SPT) HEMTT – LHS HEMTT – Fueler HMMWV – CMT HMMWV - AMB HEMTT Wrecker Trailers – PLS FRS (Includes LHS) Tank Racks (POL) Hippos Camels SATS Trailers NLO S FSB UAVs: UAV CL I L/C Units UAV CL I Aerial Vehicles UAV CL II L/C Units UAV CL II Aerial Vehicles UAV CL III L/C Units UAV CL III Aerial Vehicles UAV CL IVa L/C Units UAV CL IVa Aerial Vehicles UAV CL IVb L/C Units Other: RAH-66 Comanche (or alternate) 81 mm Mortar Forklift – 10 K Forklift – 4 K E-Q 36 Radar Q 64 Radar AAFARS HTARS 12/20/2021 12: 15: 42 AM Approved for Public Release, Distribution Unlimited, TACOM 7 Sept 2004, FCS Case 04 -087 5
So. S Functional Allocations Small Unmanned Ground Vehicle • Supports the soldier in dismounted operations – Man-packable - 30 lb, carried in the soldiers MOLLE – Conduct reconnaissance in urban and subterranean areas • Remotely tele-operated by the soldier • Leads the infantry - see before exposing soldiers to danger – Reduces the risk to the soldier – Clearing rooms, caves, tunnels, etc. – Extends the senses of the soldier – Microphone – Speaker – Cameras • Reconfigurable to meet mission needs – – – Fiber optic tether UGS dispenser Manipulator arm CBRN sensors EO/IR and SBB sensors Mine detection Soldier deployed and operated - remote sensing in high risk areas and situations 12/20/2021 12: 15: 44 AM Approved for Public Release, Distribution Unlimited, TACOM 7 Sept 2004, FCS Case 04 -087 6
MULE/ARV-L Family Concepts Mule Transport ARV – Assault (L) Mule Countermine Key Functional Allocations Key Attributes • Support agile, sustainable dismounted operations • Transport infantry squad equipment • Conduct recon, surveillance and targeting • Suppress dismounted forces and destroy MBTs • Support assured mobility – mine location, marking and neutralization • 2. 5 ton class vehicles • C-130 and rotary wing aircraft transportable • Designed for exceptional mobility • Primary control by dismounts The MULE vehicles are built on a common mobility platform and use many common subsystems 12/20/2021 12: 15: 48 AM Approved for Public Release, Distribution Unlimited, TACOM 7 Sept 2004, FCS Case 04 -087 7
ARV Variants Key Attributes ARV - Assault • 6 -8 ton class vehicles • C 130 and rotary wing aircraft transportable • MGV mobility and survivability equivalence (approximate) • Primary control from MGVs Key Functional Allocations • Support FCS forces with local and networked lethality • Provide mobile, unmanned ground ISR capability in all weather conditions • Deploy sensors and designators • Operate with both mounted and dismounted forces ARV - RSTA FCS ARVs Will Reduce Soldier Exposure In High Vulnerability Recon and Assault Missions 12/20/2021 12: 15: 53 AM Approved for Public Release, Distribution Unlimited, TACOM 7 Sept 2004, FCS Case 04 -087 8
So. S Functional Allocation Autonomous Navigation System Key So. S functional requirements • Support remote operation of MGV, UGV platforms • Support single crew member operation of MGV platforms • Semi-autonomous mobility in complex terrain • Leader-follower capability for UGV and MGV platforms – Dismounted infantry – Mounted forces • Provide position/navigation data for MGV, UGV platforms • Obstacle detection and location for COP dissemination • Supports remote engagement and reconnaissance for MGV, UGV platforms • Provide near-field surveillance around MGV, UGV platforms The ANS common subsystem provides substantial leap-ahead capabilities to the FCS UA Approved for Public Release, Distribution Unlimited, TACOM 7 Sept 2004, FCS Case 04 -087 12/20/2021 12: 15: 56 AM 9
ANS Concept – MGV Integration • Video data processing • ANS algorithm processing • So. SCOE on-board communication ANS Computer (in “Attic) GPS Antenna • Provides GPS/INS data for navigation and targeting RH Imaging Perception Module (IPM) Rear LADAR Imaging Perception Module (LIPM) • Primary ANS sensor package • LADAR • Stereo color, IR, and low light cameras Forward LADAR Imaging Perception Module (LIPM) LH Imaging Perception Module (IPM) MMW RADAR • Detecting on-coming traffic • Near-field obstacle detection in obscurants • Enhances driver performance in low visibility conditions • Supports lane change, indirect driving, near field surveillance • Mono color Infantry Combat Vehicle (ICV) Approved for Public Release, Distribution Unlimited, TACOM 7 Sept 2004, FCS Case 04 -087 12/20/2021 12: 15: 56 AM 10
FCS UGV Development Status and Path Forward • Requirements Development Nearing Completion – Preliminary System Level Requirements Reviews Conducted – Refinement Continuing Based on Detailed Mission Analyses – Baseline Requirements to be finalized at System Functional Review (~May ’ 05) • Design Activities – Preliminary Design Reviews planned for March 2006 – Critical Design Reviews planned for Summer 2007 • Risk Mitigation – – Close working relationships with technology programs at DARPA and Army RDECOM Simulation/Emulation in FCS So. S Integration Lab to verify network and S/W functions Early test rigs planned for subsystem integration and verification User experimentation planned to continuously evolve operational concepts and requirements • Prototype Test and Evaluation – Initial prototypes planned for Summer 2008 – Extensive qualification and performance verification testing planned at the system and the FCS System of Systems level Approved for Public Release, Distribution Unlimited, TACOM 7 Sept 2004, FCS Case 04 -087 12/20/2021 12: 16: 02 AM 11
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