LOCUST
Abstract
The LOCUST demonstration is part of the Department of Defense (DOD) Third Offset Strategy as one element in the Effector Grid category for small autonomous systems. LOCUST leverages the BA-3 Innovative Naval Prototype program developing and demonstrating swarming technology. The BA-3 effort is developing both the air vehicle, UAS swarming behaviors, and miniaturized sensor systems. ONR has demonstrated an autonomous system capable of launching 33 UASs in 40 seconds and flying them in a coordinated swarm. This BA-4 effort is trailing the BA-3 demonstration of technologies by a fiscal quarter and then demonstrating the technology in operationally relevant environments with military mission applications. Due to limitation of funding, FY 2018 accomplishments were limited to just the planned warfighter workshops and program planning. The LOCUST budget and schedule have been adjusted accordingly to reflect this situation.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Project
- Publication Date
- Oct 01, 2020
- Source ID
- 3423_0603382N_4_1319_PB_2020
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