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Army Completes Satellite as a Managed Service Research ProjectTBMG-5213312/01/2024
Intelsat McLean, VA melissa.longo@intelsat.com
Fighter Jet ArmamentsTBMG-3986809/01/2021
MBDA Les Plesis Robinson, France +33 1 71 54 10 00
Light Tactical VehicleTBMG-3853402/01/2021
Polaris Inc. Medina, MN (866) 468-7783
Aircraft Protection SystemsTBMG-3789410/01/2020
Northrop Grumman Corporation Falls Church, VA 1-703-280-2900
Experimental Design of a UCAV-Based High-Energy Laser WeaponTBMG-3761309/01/2020
The deployment of an airborne platform armed with a High Energy Laser (HEL) weapon has been a major challenge for several decades. Attempts in the past included mounting a HEL weapon in large aircraft like a Boeing 747, mainly for strategic missions like defense against tactical ballistic missiles. Despite being very promising in their initial phases, these trial configurations presented various technical and economic issues that resulted in their cancellation.
sUAS-Based Payload Development and Testing for Quantifying Optical TurbulenceTBMG-3736608/01/2020
Within the highly dynamic and hostile modern-day battlespace, the Department of Defense (DoD) is constantly facing threats from multiple domains. Unmanned aerial vehicles (UAV), swarms of fast attack craft, anti-ship missiles and manned aircraft are quickly developing asymmetric options. These threats need to be tracked, engaged and destroyed in quick succession. However, not all threats can necessarily be paired with the same weapons system.
sUAS-Based Payload Development and Testing for Quantifying Optical Turbulence20AERP08_1108/01/2020
Understanding how atmospheric effects can impact operational conditions is important to the development of High Energy Laser (HEL) weapon systems. Naval Postgraduate School, Monterey, California Within the highly dynamic and hostile modern-day battlespace, the Department of Defense (DoD) is constantly facing threats from multiple domains. Unmanned aerial vehicles (UAV), swarms of fast attack craft, anti-ship missiles and manned aircraft are quickly developing asymmetric options. These threats need to be tracked, engaged and destroyed in quick succession. However, not all threats can necessarily be paired with the same weapons system. The use of directed electro-optical energy has a long history in warfare dating back to the days of the Romans. According to legend, Archimedes used an array of mirrors to direct beams of sunlight on enemy ships to burn them down before they could invade Syracuse. In more recent times, the Navy began experimenting with the use of chemical lasers in the
Facility Focus: Johns Hopkins Applied Physics LaboratoryTBMG-3744608/01/2020
Founded on March 10, 1942, the Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) at Johns Hopkins University is the nation’s largest university-affiliated research center. It was created as part of a federal government effort to mobilize scientific resources to address wartime challenges. APL rapidly became a major contributor to advances in guided missiles and submarine technologies.
Loitering Precision Strike MissileTBMG-3737108/01/2020
AeroVironment, Inc. Simi Valley, CA 805-520-8350
Electro-Optical Missile SystemTBMG-3737908/01/2020
Rafael Advanced Defense Systems Ltd. Haifa, Israel 972-73-3324710
High-Speed Data Cables for Fighter AircraftTBMG-3710906/01/2020
Harbour Industries LLC Shelburne, VT 1-802-985-3311
Battle Command SystemTBMG-3710106/01/2020
Northrop Grumman Corp. Falls Church, VA 703-280-2900
Robotic Combat Vehicles20AERP05_0405/01/2020
Putting the Brains Behind the Brawn A new era of Robotic Combat Vehicles (RCV) is about to begin. The U.S. Army is getting ready to evaluate competing candidates to meet requirements for light and medium versions of a new class of modular unmanned ground vehicle (UGV). Designed to be controlled in the field via remote control, and in the future, autonomously, these new robot tanks have the potential to revolutionize ground warfare. We witnessed the debut of this emerging class of “robo-tank” when the Ripsaw M5 was unveiled by the team of Textron Systems, Howe & Howe, and FLIR Systems at the Association of the U.S. Army (AUSA) Conference, in October 2019. A couple months later, in January, the Army announced contracts to buy eight experimental RCVs for use in wargame tests next year. QinetiQ North America, along with its partner Pratt & Miller, was selected to provide four of their EMAV robots (Expeditionary Modular Autonomous Vehicles). Textron was tapped to provide four of the Ripsaw
Robotic Combat Vehicles: Putting the Brains Behind the BrawnTBMG-3682205/01/2020
Aerospace - Passive Side Stick Unit General Requirements for Fly-by Wire Transport and BusinessARP6001B (Current)04/23/2020
This SAE Aerospace Recommended Practice (ARP) provides recommendations for design and test requirements for a generic “passive” side stick that could be used for fly-by wire transport and business aircraft. It addresses the following: The functions to be implemented The geometric and mechanical characteristics The mechanical and electrical interfaces The safety and certification requirements
A-6A3 Flight Control and Vehicle Management Systems Cmt
Aerospace - Passive Side Stick Unit General Requirements for Fly-by Wire Transport and BusinessARP6001B-TEST-REC (Historical)04/23/2020
This SAE Aerospace Recommended Practice (ARP) provides recommendations for design and test requirements for a generic “passive” side stick that could be used for fly-by wire transport and business aircraft. It addresses the following: The functions to be implemented The geometric and mechanical characteristics The mechanical and electrical interfaces The safety and certification requirements
A-6A3 Flight Control and Vehicle Management Systems Cmt
Battle Tank Protection Systems Outfit Four Brigades of Army TanksTBMG-3660804/01/2020
RAFAEL Advanced Defense Systems Ltd. Haifa, Israel +972 73 335 4444
High Altitude Platform System Airship for Telecommunication and Border Monitoring Design and Physical Model2020-01-004403/10/2020
This paper presents an accurate analysis of an innovative high altitude platform with an unconventional ellipsoidal shape during the most critical operation. The airship is designed accordingly to the specifications, which have been analyzed in terms of the required CONOPS (Concepts of Operations) which are associated with the proposed High Altitude Pseudo-Satellite (HAPS) technology and special operations and to analyze the operational scenarios. An innovative cruiser feeder system is defined and studied. The CONOPS includes communications relays, support of intelligence, surveillance, target acquisition monitor “mobile targets”, and reconnaissance, including long-range ISTAR missions performed by the feeder, combining satellite vision and HAPS vision for a forest fire, disasters, naval accidents, maritime and ground borders. The paper realizes a multidisciplinary analysis that allows creating the design of the HAPS, referring to both cruiser and feeder in different operative
Trancossi, Michele
Researchers Generate Terahertz Laser with Laughing GasTBMG-3614703/01/2020
Terahertz waves have frequencies higher than microwaves and lower than infrared and visible light. Where optical light is blocked by most materials, terahertz waves can pass straight through, similar to microwaves. If they were fashioned into lasers, terahertz waves might enable “T-ray vision,” with the ability to see through clothing, book covers, and other thin materials. Such technology could produce crisp, higher-resolution images than microwaves, and be far safer than X-rays.
Long-Distance LADAR System and MethodTBMG-3598002/01/2020
A laser detection and ranging (LADAR) system was developed to provide unambiguous range and velocity measurements of long-distance targets such as sea-skimming anti-ship missiles. By using the LADAR's range and velocity data, false alarms and clutter objects will be distinguished from incoming missiles at longer ranges (up to 10 km). Because the developed LADAR uses an array receiver, it can also provide three-dimensional (3D) imagery of potential threats at closer ranges (2-3 km) in support of the force protection/situational awareness mission.
Electronic Warfare WeaponTBMG-3606802/01/2020
MBDA Hertfordshire, UK +44 (0)1438 752000
Tank Destroyer VehicleTBMG-3567812/01/2019
MBDA Missile Systems Hertfordshire, UK +44 (0)1438 752000
Autonomous Multi-Sensor Maritime Awareness SystemTBMG-3536410/01/2019
BIRD Aerosystems Herzliya, Israel
Rugged Network File ServersTBMG-3511709/01/2019
Ampex Data Systems Hayward, CA 650-367-2011
Hands-on Cybersecurity Studies: Multi-Perspective Analysis of the WannaCry RansomwareTBMG-3486408/01/2019
Ransomware is malware that obstructs a user from accessing digital assets through various mechanisms. These assets are held hostage and inaccessible until the user pays a ransom. In most cases, this is accomplished using encryption where, once the malicious program executes, it will target and encrypt certain files and will release the decryption key at the time of payment. Some ransomware instances target only certain common user-generated files such as media and documents. In this case, system files and others required for the operating system to function correctly (user authentication, process execution, etc.) are unaffected. Others encrypt much more and seek to lock out entire systems.
Real-Time Heuristics and Metaheuristics for Static and Dynamic Weapon Target AssignmentsTBMG-3487208/01/2019
Projectile weapons have been a consistent threat of hostilities throughout history. Military advantage has always been aided by the capacity to inflict damage from a distance. In the 20th century, missile technology advanced to the point that an adversary had the potential to attack a protected asset from great distances. To neutralize this stand-off threat, the concept of air defense evolved. However, as the ability to reduce a missile threat increased, so, too, did the quantity and quality of missiles available, and research into the effective allocation of air defense resources emerged.
Hands-on Cybersecurity Studies: Multi-Perspective Analysis of the WannaCry Ransomware19AERP08_1008/01/2019
In-depth analysis of malware provides strategy to defend against future attacks. Army Research Laboratory, White Sands Missile Range, New Mexico Ransomware is malware that obstructs a user from accessing digital assets through various mechanisms. These assets are held hostage and inaccessible until the user pays a ransom. In most cases, this is accomplished using encryption where, once the malicious program executes, it will target and encrypt certain files and will release the decryption key at the time of payment. Some ransomware instances target only certain common user-generated files such as media and documents. In this case, system files and others required for the operating system to function correctly (user authentication, process execution, etc.) are unaffected. Others encrypt much more and seek to lock out entire systems. The spread of ransomware is accomplished through various channels including business applications, USB drives, websites, and especially email. From 2016
Land Combat MissileTBMG-3486008/01/2019
MBDA Incorporated Arlington, VA 703-387-7139
Active Protection SystemTBMG-3453306/01/2019
RADA Electronic Industries Ltd. Netanya, Israel +972-9-892-1111
Autonomous “Wingman” Vehicles19AERP05_0105/01/2019
The Future of Military Unmanned Vehicle Technology The US Army's Futures Command is the most important administrative reorganization of the modern Army. Responding to the world's changing priorities-especially the “near peer” threat of ascendant Russia and China-the Army is no longer modernizing, but re-inventing its ground vehicle fleet against new realities. Just like the U.S. Air Force stopped inventing better jets and pilot aids and moved to unmanned aerial vehicles (UAV) for “dull, dirty and dangerous” missions, the Army envisions multiple autonomous vehicle concepts. Instead of a heavier Abrams main battle tank, or a replacement to the aging M113 APC, autonomous “wingman” vehicles may replace some of the human-heavy tasks on the future battlefield. The questions are many: What is to be the deployment doctrine and the sensors capabilities? Are these new vehicles armed or merely for C4ISR? And indeed, are they actually “autonomous” or controlled, like USAF UAVs, by remote operators
Autonomous “Wingman” VehiclesTBMG-3434405/01/2019
The US Army’s Futures Command is the most important administrative reorganization of the modern Army. Responding to the world’s changing priorities— especially the “near peer” threat of ascendant Russia and China—the Army is no longer modernizing, but re-inventing its ground vehicle fleet against new realities. Just like the U.S. Air Force stopped inventing better jets and pilot aids and moved to unmanned aerial vehicles (UAV) for “dull, dirty and dangerous” missions, the Army envisions multiple autonomous vehicle concepts. Instead of a heavier Abrams main battle tank, or a replacement to the aging M113 APC, autonomous “wingman” vehicles may replace some of the human-heavy tasks on the future battlefield.
Vehicle Active Protection SystemTBMG-3433305/01/2019
Northrop Grumman Corporation Falls Church, VA 703-280-2900
Surface to Surface MissileTBMG-3433205/01/2019
MBDA Le Plessis-Robinson, France +33 1 71 54 10 00
Developing Knowledge and Understanding for Autonomous Systems for Analysis and Assessment Events and Campaigns19AERP05_0805/01/2019
An effort to overcome the challenges involved in developing complete performance ontologies and test methodologies for evaluating the performance of autonomous systems. Army Combat Capabilities Development Command Data & Analysis Center, White Sands Missile Range, New Mexico There are many challenges in developing complete performance ontologies and test methodologies to define and evaluate the performance of autonomous systems. Chief among them is the dynamic environment in which the autonomous system is expected to operate. Change in the autonomous system's environment is expected to affect system performance. Test methodologies have to include all aspects of this dynamic environment. Automation and autonomy offer significant military value in reducing danger to warfighters, in increasing the speed and accuracy of time-critical operations, and in reducing the supervisory burden of warfighters and control systems.
Vehicle Protection SystemTBMG-3413004/01/2019
Leonardo DRS, Inc. Arlington, VA 703-416-8000
Evaluation of Aeronautical Design Standard – 33 Using a UH-60A Black HawkTBMG-3376402/01/2019
In 1982, the U.S. Army Aeroflightdynamics Directorate (AFDD), then assigned under the U.S. Army Aviation Systems Command (AVSCOM), began development of a new handling qualities specification for military rotorcraft. This effort resulted in the U.S. Army's initial Aeronautical Design Standard–33 (ADS-33A), “Handling Qualities Requirements for Military Rotorcraft,” published in May 1987. It was initially applied to the RAH-66 Comanche Helicopter program, meaning the handling qualities requirements generally related more to scout and attack classes of rotorcraft. As more data became available and lessons learned emerged from using ADS-33A, refinements were implemented into ADS-33B and ADS-33C).
Evaluation of Aeronautical Design Standard - 33 Using a UH-60A Black Hawk19AERP02_0902/01/2019
Flight tests determine whether performance standards developed for scout and attack class rotorcraft can be applied to utility helicopters. Army Research, Development, and Engineering Command, Redstone Arsenal, Alabama In 1982, the U.S. Army Aeroflightdynamics Directorate (AFDD), then assigned under the U.S. Army Aviation Systems Command (AVSCOM), began development of a new handling qualities specification for military rotorcraft. This effort resulted in the U.S. Army's initial Aeronautical Design Standard-33 (ADS-33A), “Handling Qualities Requirements for Military Rotorcraft,” published in May 1987. It was initially applied to the RAH-66 Comanche Helicopter program, meaning the handling qualities requirements generally related more to scout and attack classes of rotorcraft. As more data became available and lessons learned emerged from using ADS-33A, refinements were implemented into ADS-33B and ADS-33C). In 1990, ADS-33C was assessed using an AH-64A Apache by the U.S. Army's
Multirole Utility HelicoptersTBMG-3377502/01/2019
Airbus Helicopters Marignane Cedex, France +33 (0)4 42 85 60 51
Products of Tomorrow: January 2019TBMG-3359401/01/2019
This column presents technologies that have applications in commercial areas, possibly creating the products of tomorrow. To learn more about each technology, see the contact information provided for that innovation.
EDITORIAL: The future of motorsports is…quiet19AUTP08_0901/01/2019
Perched up on jackstands, its fat Michelin-shod wheels removed, the Audi e-tron FE05 looks like a multicolored shark out of water. Mechanics are swirling around this battery-electric race car, preparing it for a practice session during the Brooklyn E-Prix-the final race of the 2019 FIA Formula E championship season in New York. Standing just outside the garage perimeter on a hot July morning, I watch clouds of steam swirl around the rear of the car, one of two FE05s campaigned by the Audi Sport ABT Schaeffler team. While charging, the 52 kW-h lithium-ion battery is being force-fed cold air through its radiator side pods to keep it thermally happy. The dry-ice clouds are a familiar pit scene in Formula E racing, a signature of the “JuicePump” charging system from Italian renewable-energy giant Enel that is used by each of the 11 teams in this 13-race global series.
Brooke, Lindsay
Missile Defense Battle ManagerTBMG-3335912/01/2018
Northrop Grumman Corporation Falls Church, VA 703-280-2900
Facility Focus: Lawrence Livermore National LaboratoryTBMG-3323711/01/2018
Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL, Liver-more, CA) was established in 1952 at the height of the Cold War to meet urgent national security needs by advancing nuclear weapons science and technology. One of the Department of Energy's (DOE's) laboratories, LLNL made its first major breakthrough with the design of a thermonuclear warhead for missiles that could be launched from highly survivable submarines. The lab went on to develop the first high-yield warheads compact enough that several could be carried on each ballistic missile. Programs in fusion energy and advanced computations also were part of the lab's initial research portfolio. In the 1950s, LLNL acquired one of the first UNIVAC computers as well as “first editions” of the increasingly more powerful and faster computers that followed.
NASA at 60: 1958-2018 Decades of DiscoveryTBMG-3309910/01/2018
For six decades, NASA has led the peaceful exploration of space, making discoveries about our planet, our solar system, and our universe. At home, NASA research has made great advances in aviation, helped to develop a commercial space industry, enrich our economy, create jobs, and strengthen national security. Here is just some of what NASA has achieved in its first 60 years.
Optical Seeker for Munitions SystemsTBMG-3273708/01/2018
BAE Systems Nashua, NH 603-885-4321
Armament Test SetTBMG-2908906/01/2018
Marvin Test Solutions, Inc. Irvine, CA 888-837-8297
Laser Detecting SystemsTBMG-2877804/01/2018
Whether engaged in an asymmetric fight with an insurgent or a conventional battle with a “near-peer” adversary, today's battlefield presents combatants with significant challenges. Rapidly advancing technology and increased lethality of weapon systems have forced the military to develop and deliver more effective technologies to protect our air and vehicle crews. One such critical technology – laser detecting systems – is designed to detect and alert crews to laser-aided threats.
Unmanned Aerial VehiclesTBMG-2839802/01/2018
AeroVironment, Inc. Monrovia, CA 626-357-9983
Turret Aiming and Stabilization SystemTBMG-2839402/01/2018
Curtiss-Wright Defense Solutions Division Ashburn, VA +1-703-779-7800
Facility Focus: Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) Lincoln LaboratoryTBMG-2814401/01/2018
The explosion of the first Soviet atomic bomb in August 1949, followed by the Soviet development of bombers that could traverse the Arctic Circle, created a significant new security threat to the United States. In response to this threat, the Department of Defense commissioned the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) to take a leadership role in addressing this problem. The result was the establishment of MIT Lincoln Laboratory in 1951 to design and develop the first air defense system for the United States. This system, designated the Semi-Automatic Ground Environment (SAGE), was pioneering in its complexity and required numerous inventions — including digital computers, magnetic-core memory, large-scale computer programs, modems, and interactive graphical user interfaces — in order to come into being.
Penalties IN Performance of Three-Phase, Four-Wire, 400-Cycle Motors Caused by the Opening of One PhaseAIR34B (Current)11/30/2017
The scope of this SAE Aerospace Information Report (AIR) is to present a guide for the determination of probable power output and the effect on the aircraft system that will be experienced when operating three-phase motors with one phase open. Unfortunately, the above subject cannot be resolved by specific rules. Modern aircraft or missile electrical systems are composed of a wide variety of electrical and electronic components. These components react differently under identical impetus due to the latitude of their design. This latitude of design must be allowed wherever possible to the accessory designer due to the various specification requirements. Therefore, it cannot be over-emphasized that the effect on the airplane or missile system, as well as motor operation, of three-phase motors on two-phase power must be thoroughly investigated.
AE-7A Generators and Controls Motors and Magnetic Devices
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