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Abstract
This project line supports the family of Army Ship to Shore (S2S) connectors that support Dynamic Force Repositioning (DFR) by providing the Combatant, Multi-Domain Operations (MDO) and Joint All Domain Operations (JADO) Commanders with the ability to access multiple entry points via littorals and inland waterways (waterborne corridor) IOT sustain forces within an anti-access/area denial (A2/AD) bubble. The family of S2S connectors include the Maneuver Support Vessel (Light) and the Ship to Shore / Over the Shore Logistics Vessel (SSLV), which are the Army's first digital architecture vessels (with improved draft, speed, and payload) and critical modernization efforts in support of the Army's Watercraft Systems Transformation Strategy (AWSTS). S2S connectors will provide Surge, Precision and Dispersed Logistics to move and maneuver tailored forces, combat ready troops, platforms, equipment, and supply bulk fuel and water across the full spectrum of operations. S2S connectors mitigate A2/AD threats by providing access to shallow coastal waters, rivers, in narrow inland waterways in support of dispersed force elements in austere environments and where mature ports or road networks are unavailable. In general, all Army Watercraft funding supports initiatives to enhance the seaworthiness, safety, and survivability while increasing the lethality, tactical mobility, and operational capability of the Army Mariner to preserve the Combatant Commanders requirement of "freedom of seas" access in all areas of the world particularly the littorals, to support maneuver operations in all Areas of Responsibility. All modification and services efforts are critical enablers for the success Army's Watercraft Systems Transformation Strategy (AWSTS) and continued fulfillment of the AWS Title 10 mission. In addition, funded efforts will address critical gaps in these areas for the legacy fleet, while at the same time researching, developing and testing emergent technologies. To support future acquisitions and future fleet planning, funding efforts will include conducting trade studies, Business Case Analyses to inform the requirement development process, and support Analysis of Alternatives (AoA). The funding enables Army's compliance with the National Defense Authorization Act of 1996 and 502(6) of the Clean Water Act and compliance with Environmental protection Agency (EPA) emission standards. FY 2022 RDTE dollars in the amount of $2.493 million supports modernization of the legacy fleet by investigating technology insertions, including, but not limited to: force protection, prognostics & preventative maintenance, vessel electronics, autonomous operations and other emerging technologies. Funding also supports developing initial prototypes to enable refinement of Operational Requirements and early user feedback to support future sustainment and operational movement operating concepts.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Project
- Publication Date
- Oct 01, 2022
- Source ID
- 526_0603804A_4_2040_PB_2022
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