Quartz Disk Resonator Gyroscope (QDRG)
Abstract
The QDRG project directly supports increased lethality for dismounted soldiers and the objectives of the National Defense Strategy. Building on FY 2017 accomplishments, QDRG prototyped and demonstrated a next-generation low size, weight, power, and cost (SWaP-C), navigation-grade gyroscope for position, navigation, and timing applications. This micro-electromechanical systems (MEMS) technology enables precision targeting, navigation, and tracking with reduced error in Global Positioning System denied environments. The reduced SWaP-C enables the technology to be incorporated into hand-held and small autonomous systems across the Services. FY 2018 efforts focused on etching optimized quartz disks, design and fabrication of control electronics, and vacuum packaging for laboratory test and validation. Transition partner funding supports package design modifications to enable a final prototype that can be leveraged as a north-finding system or integrated with MEMS accelerometers into an internal navigation system. In FY 2019 QDRG prototype components will transition to the Joint Effects Targeting System, the Lightweight Laser Designator Rangefinder, and the Long Range Advanced Scout Surveillance System programs of record.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Accomplishment
- Publication Date
- Oct 01, 2020
- Source ID
- 00448441d9eae960df52bb45689c177b