LCAC / LCU 1700

Abstract

Landing Craft Air Cushion (LCAC) Technology Transition: Provides for research and development efforts on LCAC Future Naval Capabilities to transfer technologies to functional uses on current LCACs. Current technology initiatives include sustainability/readiness/performance analyses, LCAC communication improvements, development and qualification of Full Authority Digital Engine Controller (FADEC) for LCAC engines, compliance with Cybersecurity policy regulations, and LCAC fuel efficiency initiatives. LCU 1700 (formerly SC (X)(R)): Replacement program for the current Landing Craft Utility (LCU) 1610 class craft - a class of craft that has significantly exceeded its 20-year planned service life. LCU 1700 will provide similar payload, range, speed, and interoperability. Contract award is planned for 2017.

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Document Details

Document Type
Project
Publication Date
Oct 01, 2018
Source ID
2231_0204413N_7_1319_PB_2018

Tags

Readers

  • Aerospace Engineering
  • Marine Ecological Systems Migration
  • Naval Mine Countermeasure Systems Development.

Technology Areas

  • Cyber

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