Joint Non-Lethal Weapons

Abstract

Develop non-lethal weapon systems in support of anti-terrorism/force protection missions. Technologies include, but are not limited to: ocular interrupters, propulsion occlusion systems, and acoustic hailing devices. Current efforts are focused on the Long-Range Ocular Interrupter (LROI), Hailing Acoustic Laser and Light Tactical System (HALLTS), and Maritime Vessel Stopper (MVS) technologies. The LROI is intended to provide the U.S. Navy with the capability to deliver a bright light producing a dazzling or glare effect on a closing target to warn and/or suppress potential threats through increasing levels of visual degradation. The planned LROI will generate controlled, high-intensity output, providing warning and suppression effects. The extended range capability of LROI will effectively increase tactical decision-making time in support of escalation of force (EoF) tactics, techniques and procedures (TTP) across a broad range of military operations (ROMO). Further, the LROI will enhance Joint Force operations in determining the intent of a potential threat as early as possible. HALLTS is a single-operator, personnel-portable, hailing and warning system developed to enhance the ability of security forces to effectively execute escalation of force and intent determination procedures. HALLTS integrates three commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) Navy-fielded non-lethal devices consisting of an acoustic hailing device, a high intensity white light and a dazzling LA-9/P green beam laser. HALLTS utilizes a common system controller interface and common mounting options while reducing the manpower requirements for operation of multiple non-lethal devices to more efficiently implement escalation of force procedures. MVS technologies are systems designed to temporarily disable, slow, or stop waterborne vessels of varying degrees of size and different propulsion types in order to effectively execute escalation of force and intent determination procedures. The MVS technologies will provide the US Navy with lightweight, compact, biodegradable materials, which will stop or slow marine platforms by occlusion of any type of marine propeller or propulsor. Develop Visual Augmentation Systems (VAS) in support of expeditionary / anti-terrorism / force protection missions. Technologies include, but are not limited to: image intensification devices, thermal imaging systems, and laser systems. Current efforts are focused on the M2HB/M2A1 Weapon Sight (M2WS), VAS Integration within the Advanced Bomb Suit Helmet, Visual Augmentation Module Portable Imager Recorder (VAMPIR), and AN/PVS-31B (White Phosphor) Wide Field of View Goggle. The purpose of the M2WS program is to provide an advanced day/night crew-served weapon sight capability to surface and expeditionary Navy personnel. The M2WS will provide for increased target detection ranges as well as provide for improved firing accuracy to minimize the number of rounds required to successfully hit the target. Integration of VAS within the bomb suit helmet will allow EOD technicians freedom of movement to operate in low light level conditions with a modular sensor/display and will provide increased capability to clearly detect, locate, and identify explosive ordnance. The VAMPIR is a hand-held multi-spectral imaging system that provides situational awareness, allowing the user to detect and recognize potential threat craft at the maximum possible range so that Navy forces can assess nearby craft and engage appropriately. The VAMPIR contains an integrated recording (video/audio) capability which is used to document the incident. The AN/PVS-31B (White Phosphor) Wide Field of View Goggle (WFOV) provides the user with a lightweight/white phosphor goggle with an increased field of view (FOV) from 40 degrees to 80 degrees. The increase in FOV provides the user with an additional 30% tactical advantage and improved situational awareness. The AN/PVS-31B WFOV enhances the user's capability during Close Quarters Combat (CQC) and Counter-IED threat identification/defeat missions. OCO funding will be used to conduct necessary research and development to satisfy current Visual Augmentation Systems (VAS) capability gap defined for expeditionary warfighters. Expeditionary force must maintain situational awareness by using VAS equipment in operational conditions during low-light and no-light environments to obtain and maintain battlefield dominance during missions to Find, Fix, Track, Target, Engage and Assess (F2T2EA) enemy combatants. References: COMNECC ltr Ser N43/695 dated 2 Oct 14 (Visual Augmentation System Capability Requirements and Associated Capability Gaps); endorsed by USFFC ltr Ser N8/N9/014 dated 17 Dec 14; approved by OPNAV N957 ltr Ser 17U140063 dated 23 May 17.

Document Details

• Document Type: Project
• Publication Date: Oct 01, 2019
• Source ID: 3172_0604755N_5_1319_PB_2019

Tags

Readers

• Canine Service Warrior Training Program for Wounded Warriors in the Veterinary Industry, Supported by Donors.
• Human-Computer Interaction (HCI).
• Unmanned Aerial System (UAS) Autonomous Capabilities and Mission Reconnaissance.

Technology Areas

• Directed Energy