Joint Robotics EMD
Abstract
This Program Element (PE) was established in response to Congressional guidance to consolidate DoD unmanned ground systems and related robotic technologies in order to increase focus of the Services' robotic programs on operational requirements. Technologies in this PE support the continued development of technologies in Budget Activity 3 and 4 (PEs 0603711D8Z and 0603709D8Z) to fulfill Warfighter requirement capability gaps. By exercising its oversight role through a Technology Advisory Board, O-6 Council and Senior Steering Group (Flag level), the Joint Ground Robotics Enterprise applies this PE to enable coordination between the Services and places emphasis on interoperability and commonality among unmanned ground systems. This PE supports the effort to overcome technology barriers in thrust areas of unmanned ground system technologies to include: Navigation; Perception; Vision/Sensors; Manipulation; Command, Communication & Control; Mission/Platform Specific; Interoperability; and Outreach & Harmonization. The purpose is to further the development and fielding of affordable and effective mobile ground robotic systems, develop and transition technologies necessary to meet evolving user requirements, and serve as a catalyst for insertion of robotic systems and technologies into the force structure. Through application of funds against the thrust areas of unmanned ground system technologies, this PE supports the integration of technologies into representative models or prototype systems in a high fidelity and realistic operating environment and expedites technology transition from the laboratory to operational use. Emphasis is on proving component and subsystem maturity prior to integration in major and complex systems and may involve risk reduction initiatives. Within this PE, funded efforts will continue the delivery of advanced technology needs directed at enhancing the Warfighters' capabilities identified during concept development, operational assessments and theater feedback of current unmanned systems.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Project
- Publication Date
- Oct 01, 2013
- Source ID
- 609_0604709D8Z_5_0400_PB_2013
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