Aegis BMD 5.x Development
Abstract
Aegis BMD 5.1 builds upon BMD 5.0 CU and will further expand the threat set to include those threats required for EPAA Phase III through the integration of the SM-3 Block IIA, introduction of EoR capability, and improved BMDS interoperability and engagement coordination. In addition to expanding the BMD battlespace, EoR with SM-3 Block IIA frees up radar resources and increases the number and type of threats that can be engaged simultaneously over previous baselines. Aegis BMD Phase 1 capabilities include SM-3 Block IIA missile integration, SM-3 weapons selection algorithm, enhanced tracking, discrimination and mission planner updates to support organic engagements, Launch-on-Remote (LoR) engagements, and Long Range Surveillance & Tracking (LRS&T) missions. Aegis BMD 5.1 Phase 1 integration, testing, and evaluation (IT&E) events include various lab-based and shipboard weapon-system-to-missile integration testing utilizing the Virtual Operational Missile (VOM) and the Inert Operational Missile (IOM), as well as participation in BMDS-wide ground test campaigns. Aegis BMD 5.1 Phase 1 development supports early integration and testing with the SM-3 Block IIA missile testing. The development of partial capability is contiguous across both Phase 1 and Phase 2 and supports delivery for EPAA Phase III. Aegis BMD 5.1 Combat System certification occurs in FY 2018. Post-certification upgrades include incorporating new BMD threats inherent in SM-3 Block IIA Build 8 missile software and improved raid performance through FENSR, which preserves missile inventory and radar resources Recurring Accomplishments: - Continue supporting BMDS ground test events, collect Objective Qualitative Evidence (OQE) to support MDA OCB reviews, and EPAA Phase III TCD Specific and/or unique accomplishments to each FY are as follows:
Document Details
- Document Type
- Accomplishment
- Publication Date
- Oct 01, 2020
- Source ID
- 5fd15a632a5359a20834d052254d2d75
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