HIJENKS
Abstract
The HIgh-power Joint Electromagnetic Non-Kinetic Strike (HIJENKS) INP effort is a non-kinetic High Power Microwave (HPM) payload integrated on an airborne platform will enable the prosecution of multiple targets with area coverage across each target and open targets previously restricted due to collateral damage. HIJENKS increases operational access by disrupting land-based infrastructure facilities tied to adversary systems, decreases cost exchange ratios through non-kinetic engagement, and addresses targets previously restricted due to collateral damage concerns/moral hardening. It expands the competitive space in the electromagnetic spectrum to disrupt, degrade, and destroy critical electronic targets. The Activity identified in Project Unit 3416 specifically addresses Advanced Technology Development in support of the HIJENKS INP effort. INP investments represent game changing technologies with the potential to revolutionize operational concepts. They are disruptive in nature, as they would dramatically change the way naval forces fight. Due to high technical risk, INPs typically have long duration but have no more than three years between decision points. INPs do not develop hardware for service use, rather they prove technological and production feasibility, and show naval utility and acquisition potential. The Office of Naval Research (ONR) demonstrates INPs in relevant environments. Successful experimentation and demonstrations present the Department of the Navy with disruptive capabilities that may lead to the obsolescence of existing capabilities and acquisition programs. The Department of the Navy would have to make significant acquisition decisions to integrate the new technological capabilities into naval warfighting systems. INPs are selected by a process that involves senior leadership in the Department of the Navy. Information security concerns preclude fully detailed descriptions of project efforts, research activities, and technology development plans. Specific information on each project and activity will be provided separately to the Congressional oversight committees.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Project
- Publication Date
- Oct 01, 2021
- Source ID
- 3416_0603801N_3_1319_PB_2021
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