SOF Soldier Protection and Survival Systems

Abstract

This program element provides for development, testing, and integration of specialized equipment to meet the unique soldier protection and survival requirements of Special Operations Forces (SOF). Specialized equipment will improve survivability and mobility of SOF while conducting varied missions. These missions are generally conducted in harsh environments, for unspecified periods, and in locations requiring small unit autonomy. The National Defense Authorization Act of 2010 directed a separate project be created for ballistic protection efforts within the existing program element. Therefore, Project S385A was established.

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Document Details

Document Type
R2 Budgetary Justification
Publication Date
Oct 01, 2012
Source ID
1160478BB_7_0400_PB_2012
Change Summary Explanation
Funding: FY 2010: Decrease of $0.019 million is due to SBIR transfer and $0.001 million is realigned for higher command priorities. FY 2011: No change. FY 2012: Increase of $2.372 million will support efforts for secure wireless Modular Integrated Communications Helmet development and additional development of new lighter weight material solutions for SPEAR individual equipment. Increase will also include ballistic development and testing for next generation ballistic material solution and research to identify new non-destruction inspection methods. Schedule: None. Technical: None.
Service Agency Name
United States Special Operations Command

Entities

Organizations

  • United States Special Operations Command

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Human Systems

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Armor
  • Armor Plate
  • Body Armor
  • Combat Casualty Care
  • Cost Analysis
  • Green Berets
  • Materials
  • Mobility
  • National Security
  • Special Forces
  • Special Operations Forces
  • Survival
  • Survival Equipment
  • Test And Evaluation
  • United States
  • United States Special Operations Command
  • Warfare

Readers

  • Government and Public Administration Law.
  • Unmanned Aerial System (UAS) Autonomous Capabilities and Mission Reconnaissance.

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