AN/SQQ-89A(V)15 Surface Ship ASW Advanced Capability Build (ACB) Development
Abstract
Develop enhancements to the AN/SQQ-89A(V)15 Open System Architecture (OSA) via the integration of transformational technologies through the four step ACB spiral development process, enhanced by the TANG initiative. These items will be integrated and delivered to the CG47 and DDG51 class AN/SQQ-89A(V)15 backfit production programs via ACB updates. The ACB four step process: Step 1 - algorithm/technology assessment by peer review panels of Subject Matter Experts (SME) to down-select technologies and assist developers with technical guidance. Step 2 - algorithm/technology testing with open and closed data sets to further down-select and refine capabilities prior to integration and testing. Step 3 - land based system-level testing in a realistic tactical environment. Step 4 - at-sea testing on an operational surface combatant. Step 4 is conducted only if an appropriate platform is available. ACB requirements are generated through discussions with the Fleet, then vetted and provided as direction by CNO, N96. Beginning in FY 2017, Steps 1 and 2 will be conducted in a pipeline style parallel to system integration and production. This makes Steps 1 and 2 independent of any particular Build (e.g ACB-15) and allows for development of longer lead technologies. The content of a specific ACB build (every two years on the odd year) will then be determined through a series of discussions with the Fleet aimed at selecting the most relevant and mature technologies available in the ACB pipeline. Integration at the String and System level will then be performed followed by Steps 3 and 4, as applicable, and transitioned to production. Additionally, import advanced development capabilities from the submarine APB and ARCI projects. Export advanced capabilities to submarine and surveillance combat system programs. Resolve/troubleshoot issues/deficiencies that arise from the AN/SQQ-89(V) Surface Ship ASW Test & Evaluation program. Rapidly address and correct problems/deficiencies in processing, capability or operations within the following areas within the AN/SQQ-89(V) USW combat system architecture; sensor processing, acoustics, fire control, contact management, performance prediction, operator productivity and on-board training, Multi-Function Towed Array (MFTA), Digital Fire Control Interface (DFCI), MFA processing, TDCL, Torpedo Defense and adaptive beamforming.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Accomplishment
- Publication Date
- Oct 01, 2019
- Source ID
- 42cc172997ad8532c8e9010bb714244d