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, vessel propeller 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 Navy non-lethal devices consisting of an ocular interrupter, an acoustic hailing device, and a high intensity white light. 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. 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. Technologies include, but are not limited to: image ntensification devices, thermal imaging systems, and laser systems. Current efforts are focused on the development of a Wide Field Of View (WFOV) Goggle (>40 degrees), M2HB/M2A1 Weapon Sight (M2WS) and Visual Augmentation Module for Portable Imaging and Recording - Expeditionary (VAMPIRE). The WFOV goggle will provide enhanced situational awareness for target detection and dismounted/mounted operations, while maintaining existing visual accuity performance levels. 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. The VAMPIRE 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. Visual Augmentation Systems are necessary to avoid accidental engagement of noncombatants while maintaining the greatest possible distance from threats. (References: COMNECC ltr Ser N43/695 dated 2 Oct 2014 (Visual Augmentation System Capability Requirements and Associated Capability Gaps); endorsed by USFFC ltr Ser N8/N9/014 dated 17 Dec 2014; approved by OPNAV N957 ltr Ser 17U140063 dated 23 May 2017.)
Document Details
- Document Type
- Project
- Publication Date
- Oct 01, 2020
- Source ID
- 3172_0604755N_5_1319_PB_2020
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