Urban Leader Tactical Response, Awareness and Visualization (ULTRA-Vis)
Abstract
The Urban Leader Tactical Response, Awareness and Visualization (ULTRA-Vis) program is developing an integrated, soldier-worn situational awareness system that allows the small unit leader to display iconic representations of blue force locations, tactically relevant targets, and coordinated actions and effects The icons are geo-registered on the battlefield and viewed from each warfighter's perspective using a see-through, head-mounted display. The system will enable the small unit leader to conduct non-line-of-sight combat operations using hands-free, iconic command and control while on the move. Information management protocols will support the dissemination of tactical information to allow the squad leader to direct weapons platforms for real-time collaboration without overload. ULTRA-Vis technologies will allow small unit leaders and members to selectively receive and visualize critical combat information using existing, low-bandwidth soldier voice and data radios. ULTRA-Vis empowers the small unit leader with a clear tactical advantage through inter/intra-squad collaboration, heightened situational awareness and the ability to take decisive action while on-the-move. The ULTRA-Vis prototype units are planned for transition to the U.S. Army, Air Force Special Operations Command (AFSOC), and U.S. Marine Corps.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Accomplishment
- Publication Date
- Oct 01, 2012
- Source ID
- 312c4bfadc44aa10632aba7742623669